Haskell, TX

Texas

Haskell is a small town in Texas with a population of 3,038. Residents earn $60,661 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
3,038 Population 844/sq mi density
$60,661 Median Income $44,249 per capita
$105,100 Home Value $96,051 Zillow
$811 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
121 Violent Crime/100K 787 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$60,661 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,100 home value, $811/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
121 violent crimes/100K (68% below avg)
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,661
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,100
63% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 121/100K
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.8%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent $811
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,038
Median Age42.9 yrs
Density844/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 77%

Economy

B+
Median Income$60,661
Per Capita$44,249
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$427M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,100
Rent$811
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$96,051

Crime

F
Violent121/100K
Property787/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault91/100K
Burglary121/100K

Health

Obesity35.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain27.0 in/yr
Elevation1,583 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.8%
High School+82.5%
School Score5.00

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute16 min
Libraries1

Is Haskell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Haskell receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Haskell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Haskell is $60,661, 19% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Haskell is $105,100, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $811 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Haskell is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 121 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 787 per 100,000, 60% below the national average.

Education

24.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5/10.

Climate & Weather

Haskell enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Haskell has a population of 3,038 with a density of 844 people per square mile. The median age is 42.9 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.5%), with 8.7% Black.

Population

3,038
Total Population
844
People / sq mi
42.9yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.7%
Female 46.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Haskell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.2%
2% above US avg
Spanish19.8%
48% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Haskell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Haskell is $60,661, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Haskell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,661
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,249
Avg Weekly Wage$810
IRS Avg AGI$57,982

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)197
County GDP$427M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare5
Retail25
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,780
8% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.7 min
Work from Home11.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Haskell is $105,100, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $811 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $96,051.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,100
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$96,051

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$811
30% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$756
1 Bedroom$778
2 Bedrooms$973
3 Bedrooms$1,353
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,780
8% above US avg
Effective Rate3.60%
In Haskell, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 29.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.8%
12% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma9.8%
COPD6.7%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity29.2%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.5%
Checkup Rate71.4%
Premature Death10,595/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access69.1%
Healthcare Facilities5
Haskell has a violent crime rate of 121 per 100,000 residents, 68% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 787 per 100,000 (60% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Haskell vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent121.1/100K
68% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery30.3/100K
Assault90.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property786.9/100K
60% below US avg
Burglary121.1/100K
Theft575.1/100K
Vehicle Theft90.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Haskell has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.0 inches
29% below US avg
Snowfall3.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,583 ft (482 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.3 km²)
Population Density844/sq mi
Coordinates33.1598°N, 99.7320°W
County FIPS48207
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 24.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 71.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.4%
D 13.9%

Winner: Republican by 71.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.8%
26% below US avg
High School+82.5%
School Test Score5.00
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density844/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants16
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.7 min
Work from Home11.8%

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