Mart, TX

Texas

Mart is a small town in Texas with a population of 2,025. Residents earn $57,813 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
2,025 Population 1,467/sq mi density
$57,813 Median Income $24,380 per capita
$115,800 Home Value $151,954 Zillow
$895 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$57,813 median income, 5.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$115,800 home value, $895/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,813
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $115,800
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.4%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $895
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.9%
4% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,025
Median Age34.9 yrs
Density1,467/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 53%

Economy

B
Median Income$57,813
Per Capita$24,380
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty11.9%
County GDP$2,179M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$115,800
Rent$895
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$151,954

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain40.5 in/yr
Elevation531 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.4%
High School+86.6%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute31 min
Libraries2

Is Mart a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mart receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Mart offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mart is $57,813, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mart is $115,800, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $895 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Mart 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. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Mart has a population of 2,025 with a density of 1,467 people per square mile. The median age is 34.9 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (52.9%), with 3.4% Hispanic, 31.4% Black.

Population

2,025
Total Population
1,467
People / sq mi
34.9yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Mart vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.5%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.5%
59% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mart vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mart is $57,813, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Mart vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,813
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,380
Avg Weekly Wage$1,274
IRS Avg AGI$57,540

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.9%
4% below 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
Effective Tax Rate4.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.2 min
Work from Home7.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Mart is $115,800, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $895 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $151,954.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$115,800
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$151,954
Median List Price$259,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$259,500
$/Sq Ft$237
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops29.4%
Inventory17

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$895
23% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,243
50% above US avg
Effective Rate4.53%
In Mart, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 29.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes12.5%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure35.8%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity29.3%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.4%
Checkup Rate74.1%
Premature Death11,929/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access54.2%
Healthcare Facilities57

Crime Rates: Mart vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Mart has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

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)

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation531 ft (162 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density1,467/sq mi
Coordinates31.5415°N, 96.8306°W
County FIPS48293
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.1%
D 21.2%

Winner: Republican by 56.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.4%
75% below US avg
High School+86.6%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,467/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities57
Restaurants41
Retail Stores75

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.2 min
Work from Home7.3%

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