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Hermleigh, TX

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Hermleigh is a small town in Texas with a population of 418. Residents earn $49,063 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
418 Population 46/sq mi density
$49,063 Median Income $22,883 per capita
$84,700 Home Value $198,672 Zillow
$743 Median Rent 26.5% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 328 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$49,063 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$84,700 home value, $743/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,063
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $84,700
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.1%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $743
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.8%
45% lower than US avg

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

People

Population418
Median Age45.7 yrs
Density46/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans15.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$49,063
Per Capita$22,883
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty6.8%
County GDP$2,184M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$84,700
Rent$743
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$198,672
Housing Units153
Rent Burden26.5%

Health

Obesity41.0%
Uninsured24.5%
Smoking17.4%
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain21.8 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation2,422 ft (738 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.1%
High School+76.1%
Graduate+5.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute19 min
Broadband70.7%
Libraries1

Is Hermleigh a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hermleigh receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Hermleigh offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hermleigh is $49,063, 35% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hermleigh is $84,700, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $743 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.

Education

17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Hermleigh enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 328 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Hermleigh has a population of 418 with a density of 46 people per square mile. The median age is 45.7 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.5%), with 5.7% Hispanic.

Population

418
Total Population
46
People / sq mi
45.7yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
9.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.7%
Female 37.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Hermleigh vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only77.1%
2% below US avg
Spanish22.9%
71% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hermleigh vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hermleigh is $49,063, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Hermleigh vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,063
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,883
Avg Weekly Wage$1,442
IRS Avg AGI$77,445

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.8%
45% below US avg
Establishments (County)468
County GDP$2,184M

Business (County)

Restaurants48
Healthcare16
Retail54
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,405
54% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.4 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hermleigh is $84,700, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $743 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $198,672.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$84,700
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$198,672

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$743
36% below US avg
Rent Burden26.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.8%
Housing Units153
Median Year Built1961

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,405
54% above US avg
Effective Rate6.38%
In Hermleigh, 41.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% of residents lack health insurance. 17.4% are current smokers. 24.4% report depression. 34.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.0%
28% above US avg
Diabetes14.2%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure34.8%
Asthma10.3%
COPD7.9%
Cancer6.1%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.4%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity34.8%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress16.4%
Short Sleep40.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.0%
Uninsured24.5%
185% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,682
Dentists1:1,854
Mental Health1:1,801
Checkup Rate72.0%
Dental Visits43.3%
Premature Death11,825/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access75.1%
Healthcare Facilities16
Hermleigh has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.8 inches. The area enjoys 328 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.3°F
17% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.8 inches
43% below US avg
Snowfall1.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,422 ft (738 m)
Area9.1 sq mi (23.4 km²)
Population Density46/sq mi
Coordinates32.6408°N, 100.7505°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48415
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 73.6-point margin. 70.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.5%
D 12.8%

Winner: Republican by 73.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.1%
49% below US avg
High School+76.1%
Graduate Degree+5.0%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density46/sq mi
Total Area9.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.7%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants48
Retail Stores54

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.4 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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