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Lefors, TX

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Lefors is a small town in Texas with a population of 443. Residents earn $61,250 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
443 Population 1,136/sq mi density
$61,250 Median Income $30,926 per capita
$32,700 Home Value
$970 Median Rent 18.6% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$61,250 median income, 6.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$32,700 home value, $970/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,250
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $32,700
88% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.9%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent $970
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.8%
89% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population443
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density1,136/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans8.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$61,250
Per Capita$30,926
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$1,442M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$32,700
Rent$970
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units226
Rent Burden18.6%

Health

Obesity35.0%
Uninsured12.9%
Smoking16.8%
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain26.4 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation2,829 ft (862 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.9%
High School+93.8%
Graduate+1.7%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 11%
Commute30 min
Broadband83.7%
Libraries2

Is Lefors a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lefors is $61,250, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lefors is $32,700, 88% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $970 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Lefors enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.4 inches, including 7.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Lefors has a population of 443 with a density of 1,136 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 (83.3%), with 3.6% Hispanic, 7.7% Black.

Population

443
Total Population
1,136
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.9%
Female 59.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Lefors vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.3%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.7%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lefors vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lefors is $61,250, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Lefors vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,250
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,926
Avg Weekly Wage$1,157
IRS Avg AGI$60,134

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
89% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)552
County GDP$1,442M

Business (County)

Restaurants45
Healthcare45
Retail82
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,438
27% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate13.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.1 min
Drive Alone83.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Lefors is $32,700, 88% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $970 (17% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$32,700
88% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$970
17% below US avg
Rent Burden18.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.5%
Housing Units226
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,438
27% above US avg
Effective Rate13.57%
In Lefors, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.9% of residents lack health insurance. 16.8% are current smokers. 27.2% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.0%
9% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.8%
20% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity26.0%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress13.9%
Short Sleep37.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.0%
Uninsured12.9%
50% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.7%
Dental Visits53.6%
Premature Death11,272/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access92.6%
Healthcare Facilities45
Lefors has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.4 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.9°F
11% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.4 inches
31% below US avg
Snowfall7.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,829 ft (862 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density1,136/sq mi
Coordinates35.4396°N, 100.8039°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48179
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 77.1-point margin. 83.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 88.3%
D 11.2%

Winner: Republican by 77.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.9%
32% below US avg
High School+93.8%
Graduate Degree+1.7%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,136/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.7%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities45
Restaurants45
Retail Stores82

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.1 min
Drive Alone83.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.1%

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