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Groom, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Groom is a small town in Texas with a population of 462. Residents earn $73,750 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
462 Population 624/sq mi density
$73,750 Median Income $49,054 per capita
$97,700 Home Value $128,344 Zillow
$1,011 Median Rent 19.6% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$73,750 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$97,700 home value, $1,011/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,750
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $97,700
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.3%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,011
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.8%
77% lower than US avg

How Groom Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population462
Median Age49.3 yrs
Density624/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans4.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$73,750
Per Capita$49,054
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty2.8%
County GDP$1,440M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$97,700
Rent$1,011
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$128,344
Housing Units245
Rent Burden19.6%

Health

Obesity34.7%
Uninsured12.2%
Smoking15.5%
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain21.1 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation3,252 ft (991 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.3%
High School+88.9%
Graduate+2.8%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 90% / D 9%
Commute34 min
Broadband89.1%
Libraries4

Is Groom a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Groom receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Groom stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Groom is $73,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. Only 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Groom is $97,700, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,011 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Groom enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.1 inches, including 13.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Groom has a population of 462 with a density of 624 people per square mile. The median age is 49.3 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.8%).

Population

462
Total Population
624
People / sq mi
49.3yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Groom vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Groom vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Groom is $73,750, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Groom vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,750
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,054
Avg Weekly Wage$1,903
IRS Avg AGI$81,790

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.8%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)190
County GDP$1,440M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare4
Retail25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,971
42% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.7 min
Drive Alone92.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Groom is $97,700, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,011 (13% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $128,344.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$97,700
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$128,344
Median List Price$59,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$59,900
$/Sq Ft$143
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,011
13% below US avg
Rent Burden19.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.0%
Housing Units245
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,971
42% above US avg
Effective Rate5.09%
In Groom, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.2% of residents lack health insurance. 15.5% are current smokers. 26.4% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Groom vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.7%
8% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep38.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.4%
Uninsured12.2%
42% above US avg
Dentists1:5,784
Mental Health1:1,959
Checkup Rate71.8%
Dental Visits56.4%
Premature Death12,962/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access60.5%
Healthcare Facilities4
Groom has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.1 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average58.0°F
7% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.1 inches
45% below US avg
Snowfall13.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,252 ft (991 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density624/sq mi
Coordinates35.2077°N, 101.1055°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48065
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 81.2-point margin. 89.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 90.4%
D 9.1%

Winner: Republican by 81.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.3%
49% below US avg
High School+88.9%
Graduate Degree+2.8%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density624/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.1%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants10
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.7 min
Drive Alone92.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

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