Gruver, TX

Texas

Gruver is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,255. Residents earn $66,333 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
1,255 Population 1,141/sq mi density
$66,333 Median Income $32,795 per capita
$107,300 Home Value $175,535 Zillow
$783 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$66,333 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$107,300 home value, $783/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,333
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $107,300
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.5%
7% lower than US avg
Median Rent $783
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.6%
71% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,255
Median Age36.2 yrs
Density1,141/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 58%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,333
Per Capita$32,795
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$902M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$107,300
Rent$783
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$175,535

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain20.6 in/yr
Elevation3,168 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.5%
High School+62.9%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 92% / D 7%
Commute19 min
Libraries2

Is Gruver a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gruver receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Gruver stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gruver is $66,333, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gruver is $107,300, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $783 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

31.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 62.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Gruver enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.6 inches, including 11.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Gruver has a population of 1,255 with a density of 1,141 people per square mile. The median age is 36.2 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (57.8%), with 4.9% Hispanic.

Population

1,255
Total Population
1,141
People / sq mi
36.2yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Gruver vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only51.5%
34% below US avg
Spanish48.5%
262% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Gruver vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gruver is $66,333, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Gruver vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,333
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,795
Avg Weekly Wage$1,071
IRS Avg AGI$75,207

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.6%
71% below US avg
Establishments (County)235
County GDP$902M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare3
Retail23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,243
78% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.2 min
Work from Home5.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Gruver is $107,300, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $783 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $175,535.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$107,300
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$175,535

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$783
33% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,243
78% above US avg
Effective Rate5.82%
In Gruver, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 30.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes12.4%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma9.7%
COPD6.7%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity30.3%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.2%
Checkup Rate71.6%
Premature Death6,540/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access61.9%
Healthcare Facilities3

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Gruver has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.3°F
4% above US avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.6 inches
46% below US avg
Snowfall11.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,168 ft (966 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density1,141/sq mi
Coordinates36.2605°N, 101.4071°W
County FIPS48195
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 31.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 84.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 92.2%
D 7.3%

Winner: Republican by 84.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.5%
7% below US avg
High School+62.9%
School Test Score5.10
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,141/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants7
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.2 min
Work from Home5.0%

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