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Lott, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Lott is a small town in Texas with a population of 620. Residents earn $50,000 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
620 Population 614/sq mi density
$50,000 Median Income $25,117 per capita
$74,100 Home Value $199,826 Zillow
$737 Median Rent 18.9% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 303 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$50,000 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$74,100 home value, $737/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
11.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,000
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $74,100
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.9%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $737
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.4%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.2%
31% higher than US avg

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

People

Population620
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density614/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 43%
Veterans6.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,000
Per Capita$25,117
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty16.2%
County GDP$18,479M
Commute45 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$74,100
Rent$737
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$199,826
Housing Units360
Rent Burden18.9%

Health

Obesity34.4%
Uninsured12.3%
Smoking12.3%
Depression23.0%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain38.1 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation537 ft (164 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.9%
High School+89.9%
Graduate+4.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute45 min
Broadband90.1%
Libraries9

Is Lott a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lott 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. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Lott offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lott is $50,000, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. The poverty rate of 16.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lott is $74,100, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $737 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Lott enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Lott has a population of 620 with a density of 614 people per square mile. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (43.4%), with 21.3% Black.

Population

620
Total Population
614
People / sq mi
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Lott vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only76.4%
3% below US avg
Spanish23.6%
76% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Lott vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lott is $50,000, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes.

Income: Lott vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,000
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,117
Avg Weekly Wage$1,161
IRS Avg AGI$72,514

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.2%
31% above US avg
Establishments (County)6,039
County GDP$18,479M

Business (County)

Restaurants607
Healthcare682
Retail879
Manufacturing250

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,892
154% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate12.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time45.1 min
Drive Alone90.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Lott is $74,100, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $737 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $199,826.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$74,100
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$199,826

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$737
37% below US avg
Rent Burden18.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.5%
Housing Units360
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,892
154% above US avg
Effective Rate12.00%
In Lott, 34.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.3% of residents lack health insurance. 12.3% are current smokers. 23.0% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.4%
7% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.1%
Cancer6.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.3%
12% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity23.1%
Depression23.0%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress11.8%
Short Sleep39.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.9%
Uninsured12.3%
43% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.6%
Dental Visits55.8%
Premature Death9,298/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access67.9%
Healthcare Facilities682
Lott has an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.1 inches. The area enjoys 303 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.4°F
21% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.1 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation537 ft (164 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density614/sq mi
Coordinates31.2063°N, 97.0336°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48309
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.9-point margin. 90.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 34%

Winner: Republican by 30.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.9%
65% below US avg
High School+89.9%
Graduate Degree+4.0%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density614/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.1%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities682
Restaurants607
Retail Stores879

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute45.1 min
Drive Alone90.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.8%

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