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Kosse, TX

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Kosse is a small town in Texas with a population of 475. Residents earn $58,750 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
475 Population 368/sq mi density
$58,750 Median Income $35,651 per capita
$122,300 Home Value $204,302 Zillow
$1,071 Median Rent 32.5% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 303 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$58,750 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$122,300 home value, $1,071/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,750
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $122,300
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.9%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,071
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.5%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population475
Median Age33.7 yrs
Density368/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans4.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,750
Per Capita$35,651
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty7.5%
County GDP$2,179M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$122,300
Rent$1,071
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$204,302
Housing Units265
Rent Burden32.5%

Health

Obesity36.7%
Uninsured13.5%
Smoking15.2%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain39.1 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation498 ft (152 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.9%
High School+89.1%
Graduate+1.4%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute25 min
Broadband82.2%
Libraries2

Is Kosse a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kosse 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, below-average incomes. Kosse offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kosse is $58,750, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kosse is $122,300, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,071 per month. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Kosse enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Kosse has a population of 475 with a density of 368 people per square mile. The median age is 33.7 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.3%), with 3.2% Hispanic, 3.2% Black.

Population

475
Total Population
368
People / sq mi
33.7yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Kosse vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.3%
0% below US avg
Spanish21.7%
62% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Kosse vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kosse is $58,750, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Kosse vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,750
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,651
Avg Weekly Wage$1,274
IRS Avg AGI$57,540

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.5%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)405
County GDP$2,179M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare57
Retail75
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,243
50% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.5 min
Drive Alone90.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kosse is $122,300, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,071 (8% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $204,302.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,300
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$204,302

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,071
8% below US avg
Rent Burden32.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.1%
Housing Units265
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,243
50% above US avg
Effective Rate4.29%
In Kosse, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.5% of residents lack health insurance. 15.2% are current smokers. 25.1% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure33.5%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.6%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.2%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.6%
Short Sleep39.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.1%
Uninsured13.5%
57% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,458
Dentists1:2,782
Mental Health1:1,854
Checkup Rate72.8%
Dental Visits53.7%
Premature Death11,929/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access54.2%
Healthcare Facilities57
Kosse has an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.1 inches. The area enjoys 303 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.3°F
21% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.1 inches
3% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation498 ft (152 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density368/sq mi
Coordinates31.3074°N, 96.6295°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48293
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.9-point margin. 82.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.1%
D 21.2%

Winner: Republican by 56.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.9%
68% below US avg
High School+89.1%
Graduate Degree+1.4%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density368/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.2%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities57
Restaurants41
Retail Stores75

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.5 min
Drive Alone90.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

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