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Hart, TX

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Hart is a small town in Texas with a population of 869. Residents earn $45,000 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
869 Population 1,174/sq mi density
$45,000 Median Income $23,198 per capita
$60,400 Home Value
$732 Median Rent 24.4% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$45,000 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$60,400 home value, $732/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,000
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $60,400
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.8%
92% lower than US avg
Median Rent $732
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.5%
39% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.2%
15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population869
Median Age39.1 yrs
Density1,174/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 46%
Veterans4.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$45,000
Per Capita$23,198
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty14.2%
County GDP$1,122M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$60,400
Rent$732
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units385
Rent Burden24.4%

Health

Obesity44.5%
Uninsured39.3%
Smoking17.1%
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain17.7 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation3,672 ft (1,119 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.8%
High School+58.0%
Graduate+1.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 21%
Commute18 min
Broadband52.0%
Libraries1

Is Hart a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hart receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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, high obesity rates. Hart offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hart is $45,000, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 14.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hart is $60,400, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $732 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 58.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Hart enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 17.7 inches, including 6.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Hart has a population of 869 with a density of 1,174 people per square mile. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (45.7%), with 4.3% Black.

Population

869
Total Population
1,174
People / sq mi
39.1yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.7%
Female 59.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Hart vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only38.3%
51% below US avg
Spanish61.7%
360% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hart vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hart is $45,000, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Hart vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,000
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,198
Avg Weekly Wage$903
IRS Avg AGI$57,738

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.2%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)290
County GDP$1,122M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare9
Retail23
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,067
73% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate10.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.1 min
Drive Alone80.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hart is $60,400, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $732 (37% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$60,400
79% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$732
37% below US avg
Rent Burden24.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.3%
Housing Units385
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,067
73% above US avg
Effective Rate10.04%
In Hart, 44.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 39.3% of residents lack health insurance. 17.1% are current smokers. 20.7% report depression. 43.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.5%
39% above US avg
Diabetes18.6%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure36.9%
Asthma9.3%
COPD7.2%
Cancer4.7%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.1%
22% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity43.4%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress18.6%
Short Sleep43.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate66.4%
Uninsured39.3%
357% above US avg
Checkup Rate70.7%
Dental Visits35.2%
Premature Death10,360/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access60.5%
Healthcare Facilities9
Hart has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.7 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall17.7 inches
53% below US avg
Snowfall6.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,672 ft (1,119 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density1,174/sq mi
Coordinates34.3858°N, 102.1150°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48069
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 2.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (92% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.2-point margin. 52.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.9%
D 20.7%

Winner: Republican by 58.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.8%
92% below US avg
High School+58.0%
Graduate Degree+1.0%
School Test Score5.10
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,174/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access52.0%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants14
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.1 min
Drive Alone80.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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