Texas
Junction is a small town in Texas with a population of 2,439. Residents earn $51,667 per year, which is 31% below the national average.
Based on current data, Junction receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Junction offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Junction is $51,667, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Junction is $146,100, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $766 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Junction 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 1,289 per 100,000, 34% below the national average.
17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Junction enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 70.0% |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 30.0% |
| 124% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $51,667 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,745 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $885 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,729 |
| Unemployment | 1.1% |
| 69% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 7.6% |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 168 |
| County GDP | $200M |
| Restaurants | 28 |
| Healthcare | 6 |
| Retail | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,017 |
| 43% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.43% |
| Commute Time | 17.7 min |
| Work from Home | 2.3% |
| Census Median | $146,100 |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $299,987 |
| Census Median Rent | $766 |
| 34% below US avg |
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
| Owner-Occupied | 68.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,017 |
| 43% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.43% |
| Obesity | 38.5% |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.9% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.5% |
| Depression | 24.9% |
| Mental Distress | 19.8% |
| Physical Distress | 15.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 77.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.5% |
| Premature Death | 8,618/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 63.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6 |
| Total Violent | 120.8/100K |
| 68% below US avg | |
| Murder | 40.3/100K |
| 539% above US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 40.3/100K |
| Assault | 40.3/100K |
| Total Property | 1,288.8/100K |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 684.7/100K |
| Theft | 604.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 64.6°F |
| 20% above US avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 23.0 inches |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,710 ft (521 m) |
| Area | 2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,060/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.4908°N, 99.7732°W |
| County FIPS | 48267 |
Winner: Republican by 77.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 17.7% |
| 47% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 79.7% |
| School Test Score | 5.10 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 1,060/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.3 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 6 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 7 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6 |
| Restaurants | 28 |
| Retail Stores | 30 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Avg Commute | 17.7 min |
| Work from Home | 2.3% |