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Jayton, TX

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Jayton is a small town in Texas with a population of 446. Residents earn $71,494 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
446 Population 262/sq mi density
$71,494 Median Income $32,032 per capita
$103,900 Home Value
$909 Median Rent 15.5% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 328 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$71,494 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$103,900 home value, $909/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
31.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,494
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $103,900
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.9%
5% lower than US avg
Median Rent $909
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.7%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.1%
83% lower than US avg

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

People

Population446
Median Age55.6 yrs
Density262/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans5.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,494
Per Capita$32,032
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty2.1%
County GDP$296M
Commute12 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$103,900
Rent$909
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units232
Rent Burden15.5%

Health

Obesity32.7%
Uninsured12.8%
Smoking12.1%
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain23.3 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation2,000 ft (610 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.9%
High School+85.7%
Graduate+12.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 11%
Commute12 min
Broadband93.9%
Libraries1

Is Jayton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jayton receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Jayton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jayton is $71,494, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jayton is $103,900, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $909 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

31.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Jayton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 328 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Jayton has a population of 446 with a density of 262 people per square mile. The median age is 55.6 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85%), with 2.9% Hispanic.

Population

446
Total Population
262
People / sq mi
55.6yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.6%
Female 46.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Jayton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.8%
12% above US avg
Spanish12.2%
9% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jayton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jayton is $71,494, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Jayton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,494
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,032
Avg Weekly Wage$718
IRS Avg AGI$67,642

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.1%
83% below US avg
Establishments (County)29
County GDP$296M

Business (County)

Retail3

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time11.9 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Jayton is $103,900, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $909 (22% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$103,900
63% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$909
22% below US avg
Rent Burden15.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.8%
Housing Units232
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

In Jayton, 32.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.8% of residents lack health insurance. 12.1% are current smokers. 24.8% report depression. 21.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.7%
2% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.1%
14% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity21.8%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress11.8%
Short Sleep37.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Uninsured12.8%
49% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.6%
Dental Visits59.8%

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.1/10
Exercise Access73.3%
Jayton has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.3 inches. The area enjoys 328 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.3 inches
39% below US avg
Snowfall4.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,000 ft (610 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density262/sq mi
Coordinates33.2502°N, 100.5749°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48263
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 31.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 76.4-point margin. 93.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87.6%
D 11.2%

Winner: Republican by 76.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.9%
5% below US avg
High School+85.7%
Graduate Degree+12.0%
School Test Score5.10
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density262/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.9%
Public Libraries1
Retail Stores3

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute11.9 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

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