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Harwood, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Harwood is a small town in Texas with a population of 52.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
52 Population 96/sq mi density
69°F Avg Temperature 300 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population52
Median Age53.5 yrs
Density96/mi²
Male / Female71% / 29%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans52.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$52,679
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,559M
Commute75 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$418,176
Housing Units87
Rent Burden28.2%

Health

Obesity39.5%
Uninsured26.6%
Smoking15.2%
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain35.4 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation459 ft (140 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+63.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute75 min
Broadband19.0%
Libraries4

Is Harwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Harwood receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, long commute times, high obesity rates. Harwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 75 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 63.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Harwood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Harwood has a population of 52 with a density of 96 people per square mile. The median age is 53.5 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

52
Total Population
96
People / sq mi
53.5yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 71.2%
Female 28.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Harwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Harwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Harwood is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 75 minutes.

Income: Harwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$52,679
Avg Weekly Wage$1,019
IRS Avg AGI$60,854

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)887
County GDP$1,559M

Business (County)

Restaurants75
Healthcare71
Retail92
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,922
98% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time75.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $418,176.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$418,176

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units87
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,922
98% above US avg
In Harwood, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.6% of residents lack health insurance. 15.2% are current smokers. 23.1% report depression. 34.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes13.7%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure33.5%
Asthma9.9%
COPD6.6%
Cancer5.7%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.2%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity34.3%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress15.6%
Short Sleep38.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured26.6%
209% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.5%
Dental Visits47.9%
Premature Death9,139/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access40.0%
Healthcare Facilities71
Harwood has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.4 inches. The area enjoys 300 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average69.4°F
29% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.4 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation459 ft (140 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density96/sq mi
Coordinates29.6666°N, 97.5013°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48055
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.4-point margin. 19.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.6%
D 42.2%

Winner: Republican by 14.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+63.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density96/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access19.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities71
Restaurants75
Retail Stores92

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute75.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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