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Higgins, TX

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Higgins is a small town in Texas with a population of 499. Residents earn $56,875 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
499 Population 450/sq mi density
$56,875 Median Income $23,577 per capita
$93,600 Home Value
$725 Median Rent 44.0% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 323 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$56,875 median income, 11.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$93,600 home value, $725/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,875
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $93,600
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.6%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.3%
214% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.2%
55% higher than US avg

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

People

Population499
Median Age33.5 yrs
Density450/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans8.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$56,875
Per Capita$23,577
Unemployment11.3%
Poverty19.2%
County GDP$624M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$93,600
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units231
Rent Burden44.0%

Health

Obesity35.8%
Uninsured12.6%
Smoking15.8%
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (14°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain22.6 in/yr
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation2,548 ft (777 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.6%
High School+87.6%
Graduate+1.7%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 89% / D 10%
Commute25 min
Broadband82.4%
Libraries2

Is Higgins a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Higgins receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Higgins offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Higgins is $56,875, 24% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 19.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Higgins is $93,600, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Higgins enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.6 inches, including 9.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Higgins has a population of 499 with a density of 450 people per square mile. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.4%), with 10% Hispanic.

Population

499
Total Population
450
People / sq mi
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.3%
Female 57.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Higgins vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.0%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.0%
18% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Higgins vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Higgins is $56,875, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Higgins vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,875
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,577
Avg Weekly Wage$1,012
IRS Avg AGI$72,890

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.3%
214% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.2%
55% above US avg
Establishments (County)94
County GDP$624M

Business (County)

Restaurants3
Retail11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,867
18% below US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.5 min
Drive Alone73.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Higgins is $93,600, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$93,600
67% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden44.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.5%
Housing Units231
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,867
18% below US avg
Effective Rate3.06%
In Higgins, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.6% of residents lack health insurance. 15.8% are current smokers. 26.8% report depression. 25.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.8%
12% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.1%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.8%
13% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity25.1%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress13.9%
Short Sleep37.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%
Uninsured12.6%
47% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.7%
Dental Visits58.8%
Premature Death8,790/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.6/10
Higgins has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.6 inches. The area enjoys 323 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average56.4°F
4% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.6 inches
41% below US avg
Snowfall9.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,548 ft (777 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density450/sq mi
Coordinates36.1210°N, 100.0274°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48295
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 16.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 79.6-point margin. 82.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 89.4%
D 9.8%

Winner: Republican by 79.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.6%
51% below US avg
High School+87.6%
Graduate Degree+1.7%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density450/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.4%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Restaurants3
Retail Stores11

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.5 min
Drive Alone73.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.5%

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