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Lometa, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Lometa is a small town in Texas with a population of 787. Residents earn $53,333 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
787 Population 937/sq mi density
$53,333 Median Income $29,469 per capita
$118,300 Home Value $311,808 Zillow
$663 Median Rent 24.0% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 303 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$53,333 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$118,300 home value, $663/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,333
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $118,300
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent $663
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.2%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population787
Median Age36.6 yrs
Density937/mi²
Male / Female57% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans7.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,333
Per Capita$29,469
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty12.2%
County GDP$766M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$118,300
Rent$663
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$311,808
Housing Units320
Rent Burden24.0%

Health

Obesity36.0%
Uninsured20.7%
Smoking12.9%
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain32.2 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation1,485 ft (453 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+77.1%
Graduate+1.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute19 min
Broadband83.1%
Libraries1

Is Lometa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lometa receives an overall livability score of 3.8 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, below-average incomes. Lometa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lometa is $53,333, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. 12.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lometa is $118,300, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $663 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Lometa enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Lometa has a population of 787 with a density of 937 people per square mile. The median age is 36.6 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.6%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

787
Total Population
937
People / sq mi
36.6yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.5%
Female 43.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Lometa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.3%
6% above US avg
Spanish16.7%
25% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Lometa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lometa is $53,333, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Lometa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,333
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,469
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$77,247

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.2%
2% below US avg
Establishments (County)488
County GDP$766M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare28
Retail52
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,462
85% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.8 min
Drive Alone66.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Lometa is $118,300, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $663 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $311,808.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$118,300
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$311,808

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$663
43% below US avg
Rent Burden24.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.7%
Housing Units320
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,462
85% above US avg
Effective Rate5.46%
In Lometa, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.7% of residents lack health insurance. 12.9% are current smokers. 23.2% report depression. 28.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.8%
Cancer6.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.9%
8% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity28.2%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep40.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate64.7%
Uninsured20.7%
141% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.0%
Dental Visits54.5%
Premature Death10,121/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access71.8%
Healthcare Facilities28
Lometa has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.2 inches. The area enjoys 303 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average66.0°F
22% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.2 inches
15% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,485 ft (453 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density937/sq mi
Coordinates31.2166°N, 98.3924°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48281
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 59.6-point margin. 83.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.3%
D 19.8%

Winner: Republican by 59.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.3%
37% below US avg
High School+77.1%
Graduate Degree+1.0%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density937/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.1%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants41
Retail Stores52

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.8 min
Drive Alone66.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.6%

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