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Kirvin, TX

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Kirvin is a small town in Texas with a population of 97. Residents earn $67,000 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
97 Population 243/sq mi density
$67,000 Median Income $37,743 per capita
$110,400 Home Value
$690 Median Rent 16.9% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$67,000 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,400 home value, $690/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,000
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,400
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.9%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $690
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.3%
33% lower than US avg

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

People

Population97
Median Age46.4 yrs
Density243/mi²
Male / Female67% / 33%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Veterans84.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,000
Per Capita$37,743
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$1,278M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,400
Rent$690
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units55
Rent Burden16.9%

Health

Obesity36.3%
Uninsured15.9%
Smoking16.8%
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain43.5 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation460 ft (140 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.9%
High School+92.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 17%
Commute38 min
Broadband40.0%
Libraries2

Is Kirvin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kirvin receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, long commute times. Kirvin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kirvin is $67,000, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kirvin is $110,400, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $690 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

12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Kirvin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Kirvin has a population of 97 with a density of 243 people per square mile. The median age is 46.4 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.2%), with 14.4% Black.

Population

97
Total Population
243
People / sq mi
46.4yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 67%
Female 33%

Race & Ethnicity

Kirvin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kirvin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kirvin is $67,000, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Kirvin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,000
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,743
Avg Weekly Wage$1,025
IRS Avg AGI$63,146

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.3%
33% below US avg
Establishments (County)396
County GDP$1,278M

Business (County)

Restaurants37
Healthcare26
Retail59
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,208
49% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.4 min
Drive Alone98.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Kirvin is $110,400, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $690 (41% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,400
61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$690
41% below US avg
Rent Burden16.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied52.5%
Housing Units55
Median Year Built1992

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,208
49% above US avg
Effective Rate4.72%
In Kirvin, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.9% of residents lack health insurance. 16.8% are current smokers. 26.0% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure32.8%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.5%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.8%
20% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress14.5%
Short Sleep38.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.1%
Uninsured15.9%
85% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,296
Dentists1:3,325
Mental Health1:2,920
Checkup Rate71.5%
Dental Visits54.5%
Premature Death10,438/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access41.8%
Healthcare Facilities26
Kirvin has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.5 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.8°F
22% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.5 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation460 ft (140 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density243/sq mi
Coordinates31.7671°N, 96.3300°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48161
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.4-point margin. 40.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.9%
D 16.6%

Winner: Republican by 66.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.9%
62% below US avg
High School+92.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density243/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access40.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants37
Retail Stores59

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.4 min
Drive Alone98.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

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