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Linn, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Linn is a small town in Texas with a population of 633. Residents earn $66,731 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
633 Population 13/sq mi density
$66,731 Median Income $25,557 per capita
$64,000 Home Value $340,974 Zillow
$614 Median Rent 12.5% income on rent
73°F Avg Temperature 323 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$66,731 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$64,000 home value, $614/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,731
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $64,000
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.7%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $614
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population633
Median Age45.6 yrs
Density13/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 33%
Veterans7.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$66,731
Per Capita$25,557
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty13.5%
County GDP$31,357M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$64,000
Rent$614
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$340,974
Housing Units270
Rent Burden12.5%

Health

Obesity40.7%
Uninsured31.8%
Smoking10.9%
Depression19.0%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain19.8 in/yr
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation74 ft (23 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.7%
High School+69.3%
Graduate+1.4%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute24 min
Broadband62.7%
Libraries16

Is Linn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Linn receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Linn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Linn is $66,731, 11% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Linn is $64,000, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $614 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Linn has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Linn has a population of 633 with a density of 13 people per square mile. The median age is 45.6 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (32.9%).

Population

633
Total Population
13
People / sq mi
45.6yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
48.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Linn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only10.1%
87% below US avg
Spanish89.9%
571% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Linn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Linn is $66,731, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Linn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,731
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,557
Avg Weekly Wage$825
IRS Avg AGI$47,556

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)14,062
County GDP$31,357M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,288
Healthcare2,330
Retail2,150
Manufacturing302

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,938
98% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate10.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Drive Alone81.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Linn is $64,000, 77% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $614 (47% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $340,974.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$64,000
77% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$340,974

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$614
47% below US avg
Rent Burden12.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.0%
Housing Units270
Median Year Built1986

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,938
98% above US avg
Effective Rate10.84%
In Linn, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.8% of residents lack health insurance. 10.9% are current smokers. 19.0% report depression. 31.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.7%
27% above US avg
Diabetes13.7%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma8.2%
COPD4.7%
Cancer5.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.9%
22% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity31.0%
Depression19.0%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep37.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate70.0%
Uninsured31.8%
270% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,158
Dentists1:3,219
Mental Health1:1,097
Checkup Rate71.7%
Dental Visits50.2%
Premature Death8,263/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.4/10
Exercise Access63.7%
Healthcare Facilities2,330
Linn has an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.8 inches. The area enjoys 323 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

58°F Jan (15°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average73.4°F
36% above US avg
January Average58°F (15°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.8 inches
48% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation74 ft (23 m)
Area48.6 sq mi (125.8 km²)
Population Density13/sq mi
Coordinates26.5633°N, 98.1289°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48215
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.9-point margin. 62.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51%
D 48.1%

Winner: Republican by 2.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.7%
83% below US avg
High School+69.3%
Graduate Degree+1.4%
School Test Score5.10
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density13/sq mi
Total Area48.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access62.7%
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities2,330
Restaurants1,288
Retail Stores2,150

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)70
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Drive Alone81.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.8%

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