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Gustine, TX

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Gustine is a small town in Texas with a population of 379. Residents earn $50,313 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
379 Population 412/sq mi density
$50,313 Median Income $34,770 per capita
$87,900 Home Value $271,733 Zillow
$792 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 303 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$50,313 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$87,900 home value, $792/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,313
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $87,900
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.8%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $792
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.5%
1% higher than US avg

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

People

Population379
Median Age46.7 yrs
Density412/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 54%
Veterans7.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,313
Per Capita$34,770
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$672M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$87,900
Rent$792
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$271,733
Housing Units228
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity37.8%
Uninsured21.8%
Smoking15.1%
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain31.8 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation1,191 ft (363 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.8%
High School+70.8%
Graduate+7.7%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 13%
Commute21 min
Broadband70.1%
Libraries2

Is Gustine a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gustine is $50,313, 33% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gustine is $87,900, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $792 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Gustine enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Gustine has a population of 379 with a density of 412 people per square mile. The median age is 46.7 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (54.1%).

Population

379
Total Population
412
People / sq mi
46.7yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.8%
Female 41.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Gustine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only58.7%
25% below US avg
Spanish41.3%
208% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Gustine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gustine is $50,313, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Gustine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,313
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,770
Avg Weekly Wage$908
IRS Avg AGI$61,889

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.5%
1% above US avg
Establishments (County)398
County GDP$672M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare20
Retail48
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,247
78% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.0 min
Drive Alone79.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Gustine is $87,900, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $792 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $271,733.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$87,900
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$271,733

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$792
32% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.9%
Housing Units228
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,247
78% above US avg
Effective Rate7.11%
In Gustine, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% of residents lack health insurance. 15.1% are current smokers. 23.9% report depression. 30.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.5%
Cancer6.2%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.1%
8% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity30.4%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress14.7%
Short Sleep39.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.1%
Uninsured21.8%
153% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,722
Dentists1:3,469
Mental Health1:1,756
Checkup Rate71.7%
Dental Visits53.4%
Premature Death9,700/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access9.5%
Healthcare Facilities20
Gustine has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.8 inches. The area enjoys 303 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average66.3°F
23% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.8 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,191 ft (363 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density412/sq mi
Coordinates31.8457°N, 98.4025°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48093
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 74-point margin. 70.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.8%
D 12.7%

Winner: Republican by 74 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.8%
56% below US avg
High School+70.8%
Graduate Degree+7.7%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density412/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.1%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants28
Retail Stores48

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.0 min
Drive Alone79.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.4%

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