Median Income $19,028

75% lower than US avg

Home Value $62,700

78% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 5.7%

83% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 48.6%

51% higher than US avg

Unemployment 5.0%

39% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 65.2%

426% higher than US avg

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

People

Population876

Median Age29.7 yrs

Density1,019/mi²

Male / Female56% / 45%

Largest GroupWhite 49%

Veterans2.9%

Economy

Median Income$19,028

Per Capita$8,948

Unemployment5.0%

Poverty65.2%

County GDP$31,357M

Commute28 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$62,700

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$96,255

Housing Units332

Rent Burden30.8%

Health

Obesity48.6%

Uninsured45.1%

Smoking16.9%

Depression20.8%

Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain24.1 in/yr

Sunny Days312/yr

Elevation65 ft (20 m)

Education

Bachelor's+5.7%

High School+35.4%

Graduate+6.3%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%

Commute28 min

Broadband59.4%

Libraries16

Is Hargill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hargill receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Hargill has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hargill is $19,028, 75% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 65.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hargill is $62,700, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 35.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Hargill has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. With 312 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Hargill has a population of 876 with a density of 1,019 people per square mile. The median age is 29.7 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (49%).

Population

876

Total Population

1,019

People / sq mi

29.7yrs

Median Age

24% below US avg

0.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.5%

Female 44.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Hargill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	16.1%
	79% below US avg
Spanish	83.9%
	526% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hargill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hargill is $19,028, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 65.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Hargill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$19,028
	75% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$8,948
Avg Weekly Wage	$825
IRS Avg AGI	$47,556

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	5.0%
	39% above US avg
Poverty Rate	65.2%
	426% above US avg
Establishments (County)	14,062
County GDP	$31,357M

Business (County)

Restaurants	1,288
Healthcare	2,330
Retail	2,150
Manufacturing	302

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,938
	98% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	11.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	27.7 min
Drive Alone	69.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hargill is $62,700, 78% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $96,255.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$62,700
	78% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$96,255

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	30.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	82.7%
Housing Units	332
Median Year Built	1984

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,938
	98% above US avg
Effective Rate	11.07%

In Hargill, 48.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 45.1% of residents lack health insurance. 16.9% are current smokers. 20.8% report depression. 44.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	48.6%
	51% above US avg
Diabetes	20.9%
Heart Disease	7.8%
High Blood Pressure	36.9%
Asthma	9.0%
COPD	7.3%
Cancer	4.2%
Stroke	4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.9%
	21% above US avg
Binge Drinking	15.6%
Physical Inactivity	44.7%
Depression	20.8%
Mental Distress	19.6%
Physical Distress	19.7%
Short Sleep	41.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	73.5%
Uninsured	45.1%
	424% above US avg
Primary Care	1:2,158
Dentists	1:3,219
Mental Health	1:1,097
Checkup Rate	71.2%
Dental Visits	39.2%
Premature Death	8,263/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	4.4/10
Exercise Access	63.7%
Healthcare Facilities	2,330

Hargill has an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.1 inches. The area enjoys 312 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

60°F Jan (15°C) 87°F Jul (30°C)

Annual Average	75.0°F
	39% above US avg
January Average	60°F (15°C)
July Average	87°F (30°C)
Sunny Days	312 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	24.1 inches
	37% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	65 ft (20 m)
Area	0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density	1,019/sq mi
Coordinates	26.4423°N, 98.0146°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	48215

It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.9-point margin. 59.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51%

D 48.1%

Winner: Republican by 2.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	5.7%
	83% below US avg
High School+	35.4%
Graduate Degree+	6.3%
School Test Score	5.10

F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2	Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density	1,019/sq mi
Total Area	0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	59.4%
Public Libraries	16
Healthcare Facilities	2,330
Restaurants	1,288
Retail Stores	2,150

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	70
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	27.7 min
Drive Alone	69.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Hargill, TX

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Hargill a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Hargill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Hargill vs U.S. Average

Income: Hargill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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