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Harrold, TX

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Harrold is a small town in Texas with a population of 90. Residents earn $70,833 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
90 Population 22/sq mi density
$70,833 Median Income $34,438 per capita
$51,000 Home Value
$2,094 Median Rent 11.4% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$70,833 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$51,000 home value, $2,094/mo rent
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,833
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $51,000
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.8%
9% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,094
80% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.9%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.5%
1% higher than US avg

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

People

Population90
Median Age50.5 yrs
Density22/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans70.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$70,833
Per Capita$34,438
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$1,005M
Commute11 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$51,000
Rent$2,094
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units57
Rent Burden11.4%

Health

Obesity33.9%
Uninsured14.6%
Smoking18.7%
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain28.4 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation1,231 ft (375 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.8%
High School+91.2%
Graduate+16.7%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute11 min
Broadband42.0%
Libraries1

Is Harrold a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Harrold receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Harrold stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Harrold is $70,833, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Harrold is $51,000, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $2,094 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Harrold enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Harrold has a population of 90 with a density of 22 people per square mile. The median age is 50.5 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

90
Total Population
22
People / sq mi
50.5yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
4.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.7%
Female 53.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Harrold vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.5%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.5%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Harrold vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Harrold is $70,833, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.

Income: Harrold vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,833
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,438
Avg Weekly Wage$907
IRS Avg AGI$60,369

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.5%
1% above US avg
Establishments (County)335
County GDP$1,005M

Business (County)

Restaurants35
Healthcare32
Retail46
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,092
17% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time11.4 min
Drive Alone70.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Harrold is $51,000, 82% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,094 (80% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$51,000
82% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,094
80% above US avg
Rent Burden11.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.6%
Housing Units57
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,092
17% above US avg
Effective Rate8.02%
In Harrold, 33.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.6% of residents lack health insurance. 18.7% are current smokers. 22.0% report depression. 27.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.9%
6% above US avg
Diabetes12.0%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure33.5%
Asthma9.6%
COPD8.5%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.7%
34% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity27.7%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress14.6%
Short Sleep35.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.7%
Uninsured14.6%
70% above US avg
Checkup Rate63.6%
Dental Visits37.0%
Premature Death13,359/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.1/10
Exercise Access81.4%
Healthcare Facilities32
Harrold has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.4 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average63.4°F
17% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.4 inches
25% below US avg
Snowfall1.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,231 ft (375 m)
Area4.1 sq mi (10.5 km²)
Population Density22/sq mi
Coordinates34.0676°N, 99.0331°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48487
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 36.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.6-point margin. 42.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.9%
D 19.3%

Winner: Republican by 60.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.8%
9% above US avg
High School+91.2%
Graduate Degree+16.7%
School Test Score5.10
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density22/sq mi
Total Area4.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access42.0%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities32
Restaurants35
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute11.4 min
Drive Alone70.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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