Median Income
$35,313
53% lower than US avg
Home Value
$59,000
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
27.7%
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
50.0%
56% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.7%
22% lower than US avg
How Grayson Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population150
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density133/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 4%
Veterans98.0%
Economy
B+
Median Income$35,313
Per Capita$20,520
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty9.7%
County GDP$1,163M
Commute50 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$59,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity50.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease6.9%
Climate
Avg Temp60°F
AQI45 (Good)
Elevation662 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+27.7%
High School+97.0%
School Score5.08
Community
2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute50 min
Broadband47.0%
Libraries2
Is Grayson a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Grayson receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Grayson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Grayson is $35,313, 53% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 9.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 50 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Grayson is $59,000, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
27.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Grayson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Grayson has a population of 150 with a density of 133 people per square mile. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (73.3%), with 4% White, 18.7% Hispanic.
Population
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Grayson is $35,313, which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 50 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $35,313 |
| 53% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $20,520 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $918 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $53,017 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.6% |
| 56% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.7% |
| 22% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 824 |
| County GDP | $1,163M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 54 |
| Healthcare | 110 |
| Retail | 116 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,314 |
| 34% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.92% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 50.4 min |
| Work from Home | 4.3% |
The median home value in Grayson is $59,000, 79% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $59,000 |
| 79% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $744 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $995 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,501 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,314 |
| 34% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.92% |
In Grayson, 50.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.0% report depression. 38.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Grayson vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 50.0% |
| 56% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 16.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 45.8% |
| Asthma | 13.5% |
| COPD | 7.7% |
| Stroke | 4.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 12.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 38.9% |
| Depression | 22.0% |
| Mental Distress | 20.2% |
| Physical Distress | 15.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 89.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.9% |
| Premature Death | 15,058/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 58.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 110 |
Crime Rates: Grayson vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Grayson has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.
Temperature
37°F Jan (3°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 60.0°F |
| 11% above US avg |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 45.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 662 ft (202 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 133/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.5054°N, 95.8716°W |
| County FIPS | 40111 |