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Lipan, TX

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Lipan is a small town in Texas with a population of 446. Residents earn $69,063 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
446 Population 421/sq mi density
$69,063 Median Income $37,103 per capita
$173,100 Home Value $491,973 Zillow
$1,175 Median Rent 41.3% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 323 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$69,063 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$173,100 home value, $1,175/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
18.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,063
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $173,100
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.1%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,175
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.6%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.2%
34% lower than US avg

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

People

Population446
Median Age35.8 yrs
Density421/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans5.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$69,063
Per Capita$37,103
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty8.2%
County GDP$2,487M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$173,100
Rent$1,175
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$491,973
Housing Units184
Rent Burden41.3%

Health

Obesity34.6%
Uninsured12.1%
Smoking14.7%
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation923 ft (281 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.1%
High School+90.8%
Graduate+4.7%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 16%
Commute28 min
Broadband90.7%
Libraries2

Is Lipan a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lipan is $69,063, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lipan is $173,100, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,175 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Lipan enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Lipan has a population of 446 with a density of 421 people per square mile. The median age is 35.8 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.7%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

446
Total Population
421
People / sq mi
35.8yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.7%
Female 45.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Lipan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.6%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.4%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lipan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lipan is $69,063, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Lipan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,063
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,103
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$72,192

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.2%
34% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,279
County GDP$2,487M

Business (County)

Restaurants107
Healthcare86
Retail160
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,187
77% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Drive Alone68.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Lipan is $173,100, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,175 (1% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $491,973.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$173,100
39% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$491,973

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,175
1% above US avg
Rent Burden41.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.2%
Housing Units184
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,187
77% above US avg
Effective Rate3.57%
In Lipan, 34.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.1% of residents lack health insurance. 14.7% are current smokers. 26.3% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.6%
8% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.7%
5% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep37.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.9%
Uninsured12.1%
41% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.7%
Dental Visits57.8%
Premature Death7,986/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access70.4%
Healthcare Facilities86
Lipan has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area enjoys 323 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average65.2°F
21% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation923 ft (281 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density421/sq mi
Coordinates32.5187°N, 98.0471°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48143
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68-point margin. 90.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.7%
D 15.7%

Winner: Republican by 68 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.1%
46% below US avg
High School+90.8%
Graduate Degree+4.7%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density421/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.7%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities86
Restaurants107
Retail Stores160

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Drive Alone68.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.1%

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