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Malone, TX

Texas · Limestone County

Malone is a small town in Texas with a population of 287. Residents earn $26,250 per year, which is 65% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
287 Population 624/sq mi density
$26,250 Median Income $13,398 per capita
$104,000 Home Value $192,413 Zillow
$925 Median Rent 20.0% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$26,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$104,000 home value, $925/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,250
65% lower than US avg
Home Value $104,000
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.3%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $925
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 60.0%
384% higher than US avg

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

People

Population287
Median Age22.2 yrs
Density624/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 51%
Veterans3.6%

Economy

C
Median Income$26,250
Per Capita$13,398
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty60.0%
County GDP$2,179M
Commute35 min

Housing

A
Home Value$104,000
Rent$925
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$192,413
Housing Units162
Rent Burden20.0%

Health

Obesity39.7%
Uninsured18.2%
Smoking17.1%
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain40.5 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation480 ft (146 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.3%
High School+71.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute35 min
Broadband88.0%
Libraries2

Is Malone a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Malone receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. 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. Malone has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Malone is $26,250, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 60.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Malone is $104,000, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $925 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Malone enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Malone has a population of 287 with a density of 624 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age is 22.2 years, 43% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 55.4% female and 44.6% male. The city is predominantly White (50.9%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 15.7% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 69.3% of residents, while 30.7% speak Spanish. 3.6% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 13.0% of residents have a disability. 68.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

287
Total Population
624
People / sq mi
22.2yrs
Median Age
43% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.6%
Female 55.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Malone vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only69.3%
12% below US avg
Spanish30.7%
129% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Malone vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Malone is $26,250, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $13,398 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,274, 11% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 60.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 405 business establishments, including 41 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 6.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Malone vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,250
65% below US avg
Per Capita Income$13,398
Avg Weekly Wage$1,274
IRS Avg AGI$57,540

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate60.0%
384% above US avg
Establishments (County)405
County GDP$2,179M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare57
Retail75
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,243
50% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.3 min
Drive Alone81.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Malone is $104,000, 63% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $192,413, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $925 (20% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 162 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1954. The average annual property tax is $5,243 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 20.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$104,000
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$192,413

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$925
20% below US avg
Rent Burden20.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.4%
Housing Units162
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,243
50% above US avg
Effective Rate5.04%
In Malone, 39.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.6% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.5% of residents. 35.9% have high blood pressure. 17.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.5% report binge drinking. 31.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 24.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.2% experience frequent mental distress. 18.2% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,458. The dentist ratio is 1:2,782. 54.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.4 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes13.6%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure35.9%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.4%
Cancer6.2%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.1%
22% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity31.7%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress15.4%
Short Sleep43.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate68.7%
Uninsured18.2%
112% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,458
Dentists1:2,782
Mental Health1:1,854
Checkup Rate72.8%
Dental Visits48.4%
Premature Death11,929/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access54.2%
Healthcare Facilities57
Malone enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 480 feet.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.9°F
22% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.5 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation480 ft (146 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density624/sq mi
Coordinates31.9173°N, 96.8947°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyLimestone County County
County FIPS48293

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 46°F (8°C) 1.9 in Coldest
February 51°F (10°C) 2.4 in
March 58°F (15°C) 2.9 in
April 66°F (19°C) 3.3 in
May 73°F (23°C) 5.0 in Wettest
June 80°F (27°C) 3.4 in
July 84°F (29°C) 1.9 in Warmest, Driest
August 84°F (29°C) 1.9 in
September 78°F (25°C) 3.5 in
October 68°F (20°C) 3.9 in
November 56°F (13°C) 2.8 in
December 48°F (9°C) 2.4 in

Malone has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F — from 46°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.0") and July the driest (1.9").

Malone is located in Limestone County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 8.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 75% below the national average of 33.7%. 71.2% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 78.1% of the vote, a 56.9-point margin. 88.0% of households have broadband internet access. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 57 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 81.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.1%
D 21.2%

Winner: Republican by 56.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.3%
75% below US avg
High School+71.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density624/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi
CountyLimestone County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities57
Restaurants41
Retail Stores75

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.3 min
Drive Alone81.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

Frequently Asked Questions About Malone

What is the population of Malone?

Malone has a population of 287 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 624 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 22.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 55.4% female and 44.6% male.

Is Malone expensive to live in?

Malone has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $26,250, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $104,000 (63% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $925 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Malone?

Malone enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Malone?

The job market in Malone is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,274. There are 405 business establishments in the area, including 41 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 35 minutes, and 6.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Malone?

The median home value in Malone is $104,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $192,413. For renters, the median monthly rent is $925. Fair market rent is $935 for a 1-bedroom and $1,149 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The average annual property tax is $5,243.

How are the schools in Malone?

Schools in Malone score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 8.3% of adults in Malone hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.2% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Malone?

The obesity rate in Malone is 39.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.1% of adults are smokers. 31.7% are physically inactive. 24.9% of residents report depression. 18.2% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 54.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,458.

What is transportation like in Malone?

The average commute in Malone is 35 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 81.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Malone?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Malone is 50.9% White, 15.7% Black or African American, 2.1% Hispanic or Latino. 69.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 30.7% speak Spanish. 3.6% of the population are military veterans. 13.0% of residents have a disability. 68.7% have health insurance coverage.

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