Kermit, TX

Texas

Kermit is a small city in Texas with a population of 5,681. Residents earn $90,181 per year, which is 20% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
5,681 Population 2,245/sq mi density
$90,181 Median Income $34,088 per capita
$119,300 Home Value $123,174 Zillow
$907 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
225 Violent Crime/100K 434 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$90,181 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$119,300 home value, $907/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
225 violent crimes/100K (41% below avg)
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,181
20% higher than US avg
Home Value $119,300
58% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 225/100K
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.1%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $907
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.6%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,681
Median Age36.5 yrs
Density2,245/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 51%

Economy

A+
Median Income$90,181
Per Capita$34,088
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty8.6%
County GDP$2,289M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$119,300
Rent$907
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$123,174

Crime

F
Violent225/100K
Property434/100K
Murder16.1/100K
Assault193/100K
Burglary193/100K

Health

Obesity37.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain12.6 in/yr
Elevation2,858 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.1%
High School+69.1%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 15%
Commute29 min
Libraries2

Is Kermit a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kermit receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Kermit offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kermit is $90,181, 20% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. 8.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kermit is $119,300, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $907 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Kermit is below the national average at 225 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 434 per 100,000, 78% below the national average.

Education

9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Kermit enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Kermit has a population of 5,681 with a density of 2,245 people per square mile. The median age is 36.5 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (50.5%), with 3.2% Hispanic, 5.4% Black, 1.2% Asian.

Population

5,681
Total Population
2,245
People / sq mi
36.5yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.7%
Female 46.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Kermit vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only46.5%
41% below US avg
Spanish53.5%
299% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Kermit vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kermit is $90,181, which is 20% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Kermit vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,181
20% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,088
Avg Weekly Wage$1,805
IRS Avg AGI$71,182

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.6%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)239
County GDP$2,289M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare5
Retail27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,520
1% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.3 min
Work from Home0.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Kermit is $119,300, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $907 (22% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $123,174.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$119,300
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$123,174

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$907
22% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,520
1% above US avg
Effective Rate2.95%
In Kermit, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.7% report depression. 33.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes13.3%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma9.2%
COPD5.8%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity33.9%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.2%
Checkup Rate70.6%
Premature Death14,258/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access97.7%
Healthcare Facilities5
Kermit has a violent crime rate of 225 per 100,000 residents, 41% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 434 per 100,000 (78% below US avg). The murder rate is 16.1 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent225.0/100K
41% below US avg
Murder16.1/100K
155% above US avg
Rape16.1/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault192.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property433.9/100K
78% below US avg
Burglary192.9/100K
Theft225.0/100K
Vehicle Theft16.1/100K
Arson16.1/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Kermit has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.1°F
19% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.6 inches
67% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,858 ft (871 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.6 km²)
Population Density2,245/sq mi
Coordinates31.8539°N, 103.0924°W
County FIPS48495
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.2%
D 14.7%

Winner: Republican by 70.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.1%
73% below US avg
High School+69.1%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density2,245/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants15
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.3 min
Work from Home0.4%

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