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Hardin, TX

Texas · Liberty County · Metropolitan Area

Hardin is a small town in Texas with a population of 702. Residents earn $54,625 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
702 Population 271/sq mi density
$54,625 Median Income $29,990 per capita
$128,800 Home Value
$1,397 Median Rent 23.9% income on rent
69°F Avg Temperature 313 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$54,625 median income, 0.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$128,800 home value, $1,397/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,625
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $128,800
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.0%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,397
20% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.2%
94% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.6%
95% lower than US avg

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

People

Population702
Median Age54.4 yrs
Density271/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans5.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$54,625
Per Capita$29,990
Unemployment0.2%
Poverty0.6%
County GDP$3,305M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$128,800
Rent$1,397
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units451
Rent Burden23.9%

Health

Obesity36.2%
Uninsured15.7%
Smoking17.2%
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain62.8 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation79 ft (24 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.0%
High School+81.0%
Graduate+2.6%
School Score5.53

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 19%
Commute37 min
Broadband85.6%
Libraries4

Is Hardin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hardin receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Hardin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hardin is $54,625, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.2%. Only 0.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hardin is $128,800, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,397 per month. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Hardin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 62.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Hardin has a population of 702 with a density of 271 people per square mile. The median age is 54.4 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.3%).

Population

702
Total Population
271
People / sq mi
54.4yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.9%
Female 55.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Hardin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hardin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hardin is $54,625, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Hardin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,625
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,990
Avg Weekly Wage$1,071
IRS Avg AGI$60,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.2%
94% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.6%
95% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,298
County GDP$3,305M

Business (County)

Restaurants121
Healthcare109
Retail205
Manufacturing48

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,039
73% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.1 min
Drive Alone85.5%
Public Transit2.6%
Work from Home9.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Hardin is $128,800, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,397 (20% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$128,800
54% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,397
20% above US avg
Rent Burden23.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$892
1 Bedroom$898
2 Bedrooms$1,103
3 Bedrooms$1,446
4 Bedrooms$1,732

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.4%
Housing Units451
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,039
73% above US avg
Effective Rate4.69%
In Hardin, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.7% of residents lack health insurance. 17.2% are current smokers. 25.6% report depression. 28.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure32.9%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.4%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.2%
23% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity28.3%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.5%
Short Sleep37.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.4%
Uninsured15.7%
83% above US avg
Primary Care1:4,649
Dentists1:3,517
Mental Health1:3,384
Checkup Rate71.1%
Dental Visits51.2%
Premature Death11,242/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access46.1%
Healthcare Facilities109
Hardin has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 62.8 inches. The area enjoys 313 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

53°F Jan (11°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average69.1°F
28% above US avg
January Average53°F (11°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall62.8 inches
65% above US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.7 km²)
Population Density271/sq mi
Coordinates30.1492°N, 94.7377°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyLiberty County County
County FIPS48291
Hardin is located in Liberty County County. It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.6-point margin. 85.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.6%
D 19%

Winner: Republican by 61.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.0%
41% below US avg
High School+81.0%
Graduate Degree+2.6%
School Test Score5.53
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density271/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi
CountyLiberty County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.6%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities109
Restaurants121
Retail Stores205

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)28
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.1 min
Drive Alone85.5%
Public Transit2.6%
Work from Home9.8%

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