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Kurten, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Kurten is a small town in Texas with a population of 557. Residents earn $64,500 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
557 Population 122/sq mi density
$64,500 Median Income $32,668 per capita
$178,600 Home Value
$1,300 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
69°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$64,500 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$178,600 home value, $1,300/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,500
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $178,600
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.2%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,300
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.8%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.6%
87% lower than US avg

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

People

Population557
Median Age47.4 yrs
Density122/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 68%
Veterans9.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$64,500
Per Capita$32,668
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty1.6%
County GDP$15,745M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$178,600
Rent$1,300
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units237
Rent Burden27.5%

Health

Obesity30.8%
Uninsured17.0%
Smoking12.4%
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation337 ft (103 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.2%
High School+81.6%
Graduate+4.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute32 min
Broadband74.7%
Libraries4

Is Kurten a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kurten receives an overall livability score of 3.8 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. Kurten offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kurten is $64,500, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kurten is $178,600, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,300 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Kurten enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Kurten has a population of 557 with a density of 122 people per square mile. The median age is 47.4 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.9%), with 1.8% Hispanic.

Population

557
Total Population
122
People / sq mi
47.4yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
4.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.4%
Female 56.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Kurten vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only73.2%
7% below US avg
Spanish26.8%
100% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Kurten vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kurten is $64,500, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Kurten vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,500
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,668
Avg Weekly Wage$1,046
IRS Avg AGI$81,868

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.6%
87% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,241
County GDP$15,745M

Business (County)

Restaurants613
Healthcare491
Retail675
Manufacturing125

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,407
169% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.2 min
Drive Alone79.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kurten is $178,600, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,300 (12% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$178,600
37% below US avg
Median List Price$425,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$425,000
$/Sq Ft$167
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,300
12% above US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.3%
Housing Units237
Median Year Built1993

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,407
169% above US avg
Effective Rate5.27%
In Kurten, 30.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.0% of residents lack health insurance. 12.4% are current smokers. 23.5% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.8%
4% below US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.6%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.4%
11% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep35.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.6%
Uninsured17.0%
98% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.3%
Dental Visits56.9%
Premature Death6,298/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access88.1%
Healthcare Facilities491
Kurten has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.8 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average69.4°F
29% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.8 inches
10% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation337 ft (103 m)
Area4.6 sq mi (11.8 km²)
Population Density122/sq mi
Coordinates30.7900°N, 96.2761°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48041
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 16.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.9-point margin. 74.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.7%
D 36.9%

Winner: Republican by 24.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.2%
52% below US avg
High School+81.6%
Graduate Degree+4.0%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density122/sq mi
Total Area4.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.7%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities491
Restaurants613
Retail Stores675

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.2 min
Drive Alone79.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.0%

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