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Latexo, TX

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Latexo is a small town in Texas with a population of 373. Residents earn $51,719 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
373 Population 381/sq mi density
$51,719 Median Income $25,368 per capita
$108,300 Home Value
$1,000 Median Rent 32.5% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$51,719 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$108,300 home value, $1,000/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,719
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $108,300
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.0%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,000
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.8%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.2%
63% higher than US avg

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

People

Population373
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density381/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans8.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,719
Per Capita$25,368
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty20.2%
County GDP$1,325M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$108,300
Rent$1,000
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units154
Rent Burden32.5%

Health

Obesity33.8%
Uninsured15.4%
Smoking15.1%
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain47.3 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation390 ft (119 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.0%
High School+77.4%
Graduate+2.4%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute19 min
Broadband63.6%
Libraries3

Is Latexo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Latexo receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Latexo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Latexo is $51,719, 31% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 20.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Latexo is $108,300, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Latexo enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 48°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 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Latexo has a population of 373 with a density of 381 people per square mile. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.9%), with 1.9% Hispanic.

Population

373
Total Population
381
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Latexo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.9%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.1%
32% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Latexo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Latexo is $51,719, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Latexo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,719
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,368
Avg Weekly Wage$1,245
IRS Avg AGI$54,593

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.2%
63% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,024
County GDP$1,325M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare35
Retail64
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,660
62% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Drive Alone86.6%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home9.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Latexo is $108,300, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,000 (14% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,300
62% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,000
14% 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-Occupied76.0%
Housing Units154
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,660
62% above US avg
Effective Rate5.23%
In Latexo, 33.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.4% of residents lack health insurance. 15.1% are current smokers. 26.4% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.8%
5% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.7%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.1%
8% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity26.7%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep38.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.3%
Uninsured15.4%
79% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.1%
Dental Visits50.2%
Premature Death12,868/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access51.3%
Healthcare Facilities35
Latexo has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.3 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.2°F
23% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.3 inches
25% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation390 ft (119 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density381/sq mi
Coordinates31.3914°N, 95.4752°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48225
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.4-point margin. 63.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.4%
D 22.1%

Winner: Republican by 55.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.0%
58% below US avg
High School+77.4%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density381/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.6%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants38
Retail Stores64

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Drive Alone86.6%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home9.4%

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