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Groveton, TX

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Groveton is a small town in Texas with a population of 996. Residents earn $40,227 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
996 Population 386/sq mi density
$40,227 Median Income $25,077 per capita
$76,000 Home Value $206,614 Zillow
$676 Median Rent 25.6% income on rent
68°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$40,227 median income, 9.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$76,000 home value, $676/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,227
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $76,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.2%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $676
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.2%
156% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.0%
45% higher than US avg

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

People

Population996
Median Age43.5 yrs
Density386/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans3.7%

Economy

C
Median Income$40,227
Per Capita$25,077
Unemployment9.2%
Poverty18.0%
County GDP$350M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$76,000
Rent$676
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$206,614
Housing Units525
Rent Burden25.6%

Health

Obesity39.0%
Uninsured15.5%
Smoking17.6%
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation331 ft (101 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.2%
High School+77.2%
Graduate+4.1%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute20 min
Broadband81.2%
Libraries1

Is Groveton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Groveton receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Groveton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Groveton is $40,227, 46% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.2%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 18.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Groveton is $76,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $676 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Groveton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Groveton has a population of 996 with a density of 386 people per square mile. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.4%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 4.8% Black.

Population

996
Total Population
386
People / sq mi
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Groveton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only72.3%
8% below US avg
Spanish27.7%
107% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Groveton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Groveton is $40,227, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Groveton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,227
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,077
Avg Weekly Wage$800
IRS Avg AGI$53,021

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.2%
156% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.0%
45% above US avg
Establishments (County)226
County GDP$350M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare19
Retail35
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,205
49% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.7 min
Drive Alone67.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Groveton is $76,000, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $676 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $206,614.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$76,000
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$206,614

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$676
42% below US avg
Rent Burden25.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.0%
Housing Units525
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,205
49% above US avg
Effective Rate6.85%
In Groveton, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.5% of residents lack health insurance. 17.6% are current smokers. 25.9% report depression. 30.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure36.0%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.8%
Cancer6.4%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.6%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity30.2%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress14.9%
Short Sleep40.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.0%
Uninsured15.5%
80% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.5%
Dental Visits51.9%
Premature Death13,131/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access84.5%
Healthcare Facilities19
Groveton has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average68.2°F
26% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation331 ft (101 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.7 km²)
Population Density386/sq mi
Coordinates31.0570°N, 95.1264°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48455
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 20.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67-point margin. 81.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.2%
D 16.2%

Winner: Republican by 67 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.2%
40% below US avg
High School+77.2%
Graduate Degree+4.1%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density386/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.2%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants20
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.7 min
Drive Alone67.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

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