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Lawn, TX

Texas · Taylor County · Metropolitan Area

Lawn is a small town in Texas with a population of 347. Residents earn $49,375 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
347 Population 578/sq mi density
$49,375 Median Income $36,508 per capita
$57,500 Home Value $168,717 Zillow
$950 Median Rent 24.4% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 328 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$49,375 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$57,500 home value, $950/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,375
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $57,500
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.6%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.6%
63% lower than US avg

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

People

Population347
Median Age44.2 yrs
Density578/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans15.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$49,375
Per Capita$36,508
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty4.6%
County GDP$9,866M
Commute47 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$57,500
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$168,717
Housing Units197
Rent Burden24.4%

Health

Obesity34.7%
Uninsured13.2%
Smoking14.8%
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain25.2 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation1,923 ft (586 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.6%
High School+90.3%
Graduate+0.7%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute47 min
Broadband78.9%
Libraries4

Is Lawn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lawn receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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, long commute times. Lawn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lawn is $49,375, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lawn is $57,500, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Lawn enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 328 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Lawn has a population of 347 with a density of 578 people per square mile. The median age is 44.2 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.5%).

Population

347
Total Population
578
People / sq mi
44.2yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.2%
Female 45.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Lawn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.6%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.4%
7% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Lawn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lawn is $49,375, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes.

Income: Lawn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,375
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,508
Avg Weekly Wage$1,075
IRS Avg AGI$73,915

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.6%
63% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,886
County GDP$9,866M

Business (County)

Restaurants371
Healthcare409
Retail546
Manufacturing92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,431
112% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate12.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time47.1 min
Drive Alone83.7%
Public Transit1.8%
Work from Home1.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Lawn is $57,500, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $168,717.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$57,500
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$168,717

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg
Rent Burden24.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.5%
Housing Units197
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,431
112% above US avg
Effective Rate12.92%
In Lawn, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.2% of residents lack health insurance. 14.8% are current smokers. 25.0% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.7%
8% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.2%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.8%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity24.7%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep38.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate74.0%
Uninsured13.2%
53% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,493
Dentists1:1,134
Mental Health1:429
Checkup Rate71.9%
Dental Visits54.7%
Premature Death10,985/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access83.5%
Healthcare Facilities409
Lawn has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.2 inches. The area enjoys 328 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.9°F
22% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.2 inches
34% below US avg
Snowfall3.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,923 ft (586 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density578/sq mi
Coordinates32.1366°N, 99.7501°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyTaylor County County
County FIPS48441
Lawn is located in Taylor County County. It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.8-point margin. 78.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.4%
D 24.6%

Winner: Republican by 49.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.6%
77% below US avg
High School+90.3%
Graduate Degree+0.7%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density578/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi
CountyTaylor County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.9%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities409
Restaurants371
Retail Stores546

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)26
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute47.1 min
Drive Alone83.7%
Public Transit1.8%
Work from Home1.8%

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