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Mason, TX
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Mason, TX
At a Glance
How Mason Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Mason's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Mason a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Mason residents earn a median household income of $54,226 , which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,284. The unemployment rate stands at 2.4% (33% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 184 business establishments, including 14 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Mason is $154,900 , 45% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $329,163. Median rent is $751/month, with 29.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1966.
Safety & Crime
Mason reports 54 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 86% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,652/100K.
Education
34.6% of adults in Mason hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% above the national average). 75.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Mason has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 328 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 28.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.