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Groom, TX

Texas · Carson County · Amarillo Metro

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.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
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
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good 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+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $73,750
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $97,700
65% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% 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 0.0%
100% 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%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,440M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$97,700
Rent$1,011
Ownership90.0%
Zillow$128,344
Housing Units245
Rent Burden19.6%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property858/100K

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 Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 90% / D 9%
Commute34 min
Broadband89.1%
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Groom a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Groom receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Groom offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

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 0.0% 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.

Safety & Crime

Groom is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 858 per 100,000, 56% below the national average.

Education

17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

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, spread across 0.7 square miles. The median age is 49.3 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 48.5% male. The city is predominantly White (96.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.6% of residents. 4.3% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 7.7% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 86.4% have health insurance coverage.

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 Only 98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish 1.4%
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. Per capita income is $49,054 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,903, 33% higher than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 190 business establishments, including 10 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 3.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

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
Gini Index0.393 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% 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 median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $128,344, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 0% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,011 (13% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. 90.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 245 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1963. The average annual property tax is $4,971 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 19.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.3x, well within the affordable range.

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

Homeownership90.0%
Owner-Occupied90.0%
Renter-Occupied10.0%
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 national rate of 32.1%. 9.7% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.4% of residents. 31.2% have high blood pressure. 15.5% are current smokers. 20.3% report binge drinking. 24.4% are physically inactive. 26.4% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.9% experience frequent mental distress. 12.2% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The dentist ratio is 1:5,784. 60.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.1 out of 10.

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 a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 858 per 100,000, 56% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 5 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Groom receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: Groom vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property857.6/100K
56% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
Traffic Accidents13
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Groom enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 326 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 21.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 13.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 3,252 feet.

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

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
CountyCarson County County
Nearest AirportRick Husband Amarillo International (AMA)
34 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.1"
45% below US avg
Snowfall 13.6"
Wettest Month (Jun) 3.78"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.47"

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score25.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability11.4 / 100
Community Resilience71.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane No Rating
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Very Low
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Very Low
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively High
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

50 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M2.6 on May 21, 2025.

Apr 14, 2021 34 km NNE of Skellytown, Texas M4.3 72 km
Aug 17, 2000 18 km N of Amarillo, Texas M3.9 67 km
Dec 16, 2000 19 km N of Amarillo, Texas M3.9 67 km
Mar 25, 1996 25 km WSW of Channing, Texas M3.5 143 km
Feb 18, 2006 17 km WNW of Fritch, Texas M3.5 81 km
Aug 9, 2021 4 km N of Wheeler, Texas M3.5 82 km
Aug 14, 2023 15 km NE of Amarillo, Texas M3.4 55 km
Feb 4, 2010 23 km N of Adrian, Texas M3.3 141 km
Aug 7, 2000 Texas Panhandle region M3.3 67 km
Aug 12, 2012 13 km NNE of Bishop Hills, Texas M3.3 75 km
Sep 24, 2003 10 km NE of Amarillo, Texas M3.3 58 km
Apr 27, 1998 14 km SW of Boys Ranch, Texas M3.2 119 km
May 10, 2021 13 km W of Channing, Texas M3.2 135 km
Feb 15, 1997 14 km NE of Hedley, Texas M3.2 55 km
Feb 2, 2015 15 km ENE of Amarillo, Texas M3.1 54 km
Mar 28, 2006 13 km NNE of Bishop Hills, Texas M3.0 72 km
Aug 10, 2000 18 km N of Amarillo, Texas M3.0 67 km
Feb 12, 1997 1 km N of Clarendon, Texas M3.0 35 km
Aug 7, 2000 Texas Panhandle region M3.0 67 km
Aug 7, 2000 Texas Panhandle region M3.0 67 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

763 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 51 fatalities, 298 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jun 8, 1995 EF4 87 km 0
Jun 8, 1995 EF4 33 km 0
Jun 8, 1995 EF4 46 km 0
Jun 27, 1992 EF4 77 km 0
Apr 18, 1970 EF4 73 km 16
May 15, 1957 EF4 84 km 21
May 25, 1955 EF4 84 km 2
Nov 16, 2015 EF3 13 km 0
Nov 16, 2015 EF3 31 km 0
Mar 28, 2007 EF3 17 km 0
Mar 28, 2007 EF3 52 km 0
Mar 28, 2007 EF3 77 km 1
May 29, 2001 EF3 33 km 0
Jun 11, 1997 EF3 61 km 0
Jun 27, 1992 EF3 94 km 0
May 15, 1991 EF3 79 km 0
May 7, 1986 EF3 91 km 0
May 19, 1982 EF3 43 km 0
May 19, 1982 EF3 46 km 0
May 19, 1982 EF3 37 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: SMOKEHOUSE CREEK (1,047,464 ac, 2024).

Year Name Acres Distance
2024 SMOKEHOUSE CREEK 1,047,464 74 km
2006 EAST AMARILLO COMPLEX 593,394 44 km
2024 WINDY DEUCE 145,907 60 km
2018 MALLARD 75,486 36 km
2017 LEFORS EAST 68,701 56 km
2016 CRUTCH 45,052 45 km
2017 RANKIN RANCH ROAD 37,706 82 km
2022 CANADIAN RIVER BOTTOM 37,663 92 km
2024 GRAPE VINE CREEK 33,576 36 km
2011 CRAWFORD RANCH 27,493 88 km
2017 DUMAS COMPLEX 26,155 58 km
2022 LITTLE HIGHLINE 24,152 63 km
2021 NORTH 207 24,103 44 km
2011 WILLOW CREEK SOUTH COMPLEX 23,204 56 km
2018 MCCLELLAN 23,051 34 km
2006 FAIN PLANT FIRE 22,485 79 km
2009 MAGIC CITY 18,922 73 km
2011 CANYON 17,425 69 km
2011 SO CLOSE 17,102 51 km
2018 FM 294 15,362 15 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 0.5 in Coldest, Driest
February 40°F (4°C) 0.8 in
March 47°F (8°C) 1.3 in
April 56°F (13°C) 1.3 in
May 65°F (18°C) 3.0 in
June 74°F (23°C) 3.8 in Wettest
July 80°F (27°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 77°F (25°C) 2.9 in
September 70°F (21°C) 2.5 in
October 58°F (15°C) 1.7 in
November 46°F (8°C) 0.9 in
December 37°F (3°C) 0.5 in

Groom has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 37°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.8") and January the driest (0.5").

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Groom is located in Carson County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 17.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 49% below the national average of 33.7%. 88.9% have completed high school. 2.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 90.4% of the vote, a 81.2-point margin. 89.1% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 4 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 92.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 90.4%
D 9.1%

Winner: Republican by 81.2 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
Traffic Accidents13
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.3%
49% below US avg
High School+88.9%
Graduate Degree+2.8%
School Test Score6.24
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

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

Services

Broadband Access89.1%
Avg Download Speed40.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed4.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants10
Retail Stores25

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.7 min
Drive Alone92.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%
Average costs for common services in Groom. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $243 ($146–$388)
Specialist Visit $340 ($194–$534)
Urgent Care Visit $194 ($97–$340)
Emergency Room Visit $2,136 ($777–$4,855)
Dental Cleaning $126 ($73–$194)
Dental Filling $243 ($146–$388)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $44 ($24–$73)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $73 ($49–$117)
Brake Pad Replacement $291 ($146–$486)
Tire Rotation $39 ($19–$73)
New Tires (Set of 4) $583 ($388–$971)
Battery Replacement $194 ($97–$340)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $97 ($58–$146)
Electrician (Per Hour) $87 ($49–$136)
HVAC Repair $388 ($146–$777)
HVAC System Install $6,797 ($3,884–$11,652)
Roof Repair $971 ($388–$1,942)
Roof Replacement $8,739 ($5,341–$14,565)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,457 ($486–$3,399)
Divorce (Contested) $14,565 ($4,855–$29,130)
DUI Defense $4,855 ($1,942–$9,710)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,457 ($777–$2,913)
Will Preparation $486 ($194–$971)
Trust Preparation $2,428 ($971–$4,855)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut $53 ($29–$97)
Hair Coloring (Full) $146 ($73–$243)
Manicure $24 ($15–$44)
Pedicure $39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour) $78 ($49–$126)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.98 ($2.91–$5.34)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.40 ($2.43–$4.86)
Loaf of Bread $3.69 ($2.43–$5.34)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.37 ($2.91–$6.31)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.34 ($3.88–$7.28)
Rice (per lb) $0.97 ($0.58–$1.75)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $136 ($78–$243)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $68 ($29–$146)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $68 ($39–$117)
Internet (Monthly) $68 ($39–$97)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $63 ($29–$97)
Cable TV (Monthly) $83 ($49–$146)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $194 ($73–$486)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,942 ($1,165–$3,399)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $68 ($29–$126)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($7.77–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $97 ($29–$243)
Driver's License Renewal $29 ($15–$73)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,165 ($583–$2,428)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $971 ($486–$1,942)
After-School Care (Monthly) $388 ($194–$680)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $49 ($24–$97)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $971 ($388–$2,428)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,138 ($4,855–$29,130)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $58 ($29–$97)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $97 ($49–$194)
Dog Grooming $58 ($29–$97)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $39 ($19–$73)
Dog Spay/Neuter $291 ($146–$486)
Cat Spay/Neuter $194 ($97–$388)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$637
Toddler$602
Preschool$589
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$580
Toddler$559
Preschool$550
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Carson County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Construction 645 19 $83,789 1.80
Retail Trade 198 22 $31,245 0.29
Agriculture & Forestry 179 36 $60,398 3.23
Professional & Technical Services 132 10 $115,197 0.28
Administrative & Waste Services 88 6 $71,542 0.22
Transportation & Warehousing 67 10 $82,206 0.23
Utilities 59 4 $103,988 2.27
Accommodation & Food Services 54 10 $17,515 0.09
Finance & Insurance 41 7 $57,520 0.15
Wholesale Trade 27 8 $59,174 0.10
Arts & Entertainment 22 3 $21,029 0.19

Schools in Groom

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
GROOM SCHOOL Other 150 19 7.9:1
GRANDVIEW-HOPKINS EL Elementary 44 5 8.8:1
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Radio Stations near Groom

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Legends Classic Country classic country MP3 112 kbps

Campgrounds Near Groom

2 campgrounds found near Groom.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Sanford Yake Free
Sanford Yake Campground Free

National Parks Near Groom

5 national parks and monuments found near Groom.

ParkTypeFee
Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument National Monument Free
Caprock Canyons State Park State Park Free
Clayton Lake State Park State Park Free
Lake Meredith National Recreation Area National Recreation Area Free
Palo Duro Canyon State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Groom

15 trails found near Groom.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
615 3.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
TURKEY ROOST 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL
EAGLE'S NEST LOOP 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL
MCCLELLAN CREEK 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL
610B 0.6 NATIVE MATERIAL
614 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
610C 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL
613 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
610A 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
615D 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
610D 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
615B 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL
615C 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
615A 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
614A 0.0 NATIVE MATERIAL

Museums in Groom

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
SAINTS ROOSTGENERAL MUSEUM610 HARRINGTON ST8068742746$33,977
SAINTS' ROOST MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM610 HARRINGTON ST8068742746$33,977

Restaurants in Groom

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hangar 54 Pizza
Star Indian Restaurant
The Grill

Cafes in Groom

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Den on Route 66

Gas Stations in Groom

6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Conoco
Conoco
Groom Fuel, LLC
Groom Fuel, LLC Highway Diesel
Phillips 66
Phillips 66

Banks in Groom

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

State National Bank of Groom

Cell Towers in Groom

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
9901 I-40TOWER116
0.10 miles North of Interstate 40TOWER95
(Claude) 1223 US Hwy 287GTOWER91

Power Plants Near Groom

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
COLBEC'S CORNER, LLCNOT AVAILABLE221115-101.2OP

Bridges in Groom

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete19342310,160F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19781856,826F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19781856,353F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19781856,340F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19782046,311F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19782106,311F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19781856,269F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19782046,154F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19782105,888F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19743101,120F
Tee BeamConcrete1942120695F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1971510310G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous194050193F
CulvertConcrete195624184F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete1964182160F
SlabConcrete1951100146G
CulvertConcrete195430146G
CulvertConcrete195652113F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous195324106F
SlabConcrete193425106F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1971515100G
CulvertConcrete20213999G
CulvertConcrete20032950G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201214525F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete197457520G

Airports Near Groom

29 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Rick Husband Amarillo International AirportAMAMedium Airport
Arrington Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Blue Sky AirfieldSmall Airport
City of Tulia-Swisher County Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Eagles AerodromeSmall Airport
Evans AerodromeSmall Airport
Green Acres AirfieldSmall Airport
Groom AirportSmall Airport
Hemphill County AirportSmall Airport
Hutchinson County AirportBGDSmall Airport
Mc Neill Ranch AirportSmall Airport
McClellan Creek AirportSmall Airport
McLean Gray County AirportSmall Airport
Memphis Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Mesa Vista Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Miami Roberts County AirportSmall Airport
Page Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Palo Duro AirportSmall Airport
Panhandle Carson County AirportSmall Airport
Perry Lefors FieldPPASmall Airport
Reed AirportSmall Airport
River Falls AirportSmall Airport
Silverton Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Skellytown AirportSmall Airport
Smiley Johnson Municipal Airport Bass FieldSmall Airport
Stamps FieldSmall Airport
Tradewind AirportTDWSmall Airport
Vigo Park AirportSmall Airport
Willis N Clark AirportSmall Airport

Grocery Stores in Groom

2 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Garrison Food Mart 11 9Convenience Store203 Fm 2300
GROOM S & H GROCERYGrocery Store85 Broadway Ave

Post Offices in Groom

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Groom Post Office104 West 1st Street

Churches & Religious Organizations in Groom

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CROSS OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST MINISTRIESPO BOX 370

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Frequently Asked Questions About Groom

What is the population of Groom?

Groom has a population of 462 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 624 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Groom expensive to live in?

Groom has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $73,750, 2% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $97,700 (65% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,011 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Groom safe?

Groom is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 858 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Groom receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Groom?

Groom enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 326 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.1 inches, with 13.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Groom?

The job market in Groom is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,903. There are 190 business establishments in the area, including 10 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 34 minutes, and 3.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Groom?

The median home value in Groom is $97,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $128,344. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,011. Fair market rent is $935 for a 1-bedroom and $1,149 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 90.0%. The average annual property tax is $4,971.

How are the schools in Groom?

Schools in Groom score 6.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 17.3% of adults in Groom hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.9% have completed high school. 2.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Groom?

The obesity rate in Groom is 34.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.5% of adults are smokers. 24.4% are physically inactive. 26.4% of residents report depression. 12.2% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 60.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities.

What is transportation like in Groom?

The average commute in Groom is 34 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 92.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Groom?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Groom is 96.8% White. 98.6% of residents speak only English at home. 4.3% of the population are military veterans. 7.7% of residents have a disability. 86.4% have health insurance coverage.

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