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Melvin, TX

Texas · McCulloch County

Melvin is a small town in Texas with a population of 123. Residents earn $53,438 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
123 Population 267/sq mi density
$53,438 Median Income $34,733 per capita
$39,500 Home Value
64°F Avg Temperature 328 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$53,438 median income, 7.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$39,500 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,438
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $39,500
86% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.6%
83% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.1%
97% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population123
Median Age43.8 yrs
Density267/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 59%
Veterans2.7%

Economy

C+
Median Income$53,438
Per Capita$34,733
Unemployment7.1%
Poverty13.5%
County GDP$440M
Commute47 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$39,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units83
Rent Burden25.0%

Health

Obesity39.2%
Uninsured30.4%
Smoking13.6%
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain26.5 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation1,837 ft (560 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.6%
High School+60.0%
Graduate+1.9%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute47 min
Broadband53.0%
Libraries1

Is Melvin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Melvin receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Melvin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Melvin is $53,438, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Melvin is $39,500, 86% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 60.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Melvin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 328 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Melvin has a population of 123 with a density of 267 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age is 43.8 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 43.1% female and 56.9% male. The city is predominantly White (59.3%), with 10.6% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 49% of residents, while 51% speak Spanish. 2.7% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 12.6% of residents have a disability. 56.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

123
Total Population
267
People / sq mi
43.8yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.9%
Female 43.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Melvin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only49.0%
38% below US avg
Spanish51.0%
281% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Melvin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Melvin is $53,438, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,733 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $956, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 276 business establishments, including 24 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Melvin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,438
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,733
Avg Weekly Wage$956
IRS Avg AGI$65,212

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.1%
97% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)276
County GDP$440M

Business (County)

Restaurants24
Healthcare15
Retail40
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,289
51% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate13.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time46.8 min
Drive Alone91.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Melvin is $39,500, 86% below the national median of $281,900. Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 83 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1945. The average annual property tax is $5,289 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 25.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 0.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$39,500
86% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied98.1%
Housing Units83
Median Year Built1945

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,289
51% above US avg
Effective Rate13.39%
In Melvin, 39.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.7% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.1% of residents. 33.1% have high blood pressure. 13.6% are current smokers. 16.4% report binge drinking. 34.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 21.4% report depression. 17.7% experience frequent mental distress. 30.4% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,511. The dentist ratio is 1:3,748. 77.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 5.4 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes13.7%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma9.4%
COPD6.3%
Cancer5.9%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.6%
3% below US avg
Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity34.9%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress15.3%
Short Sleep39.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate56.3%
Uninsured30.4%
253% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,511
Dentists1:3,748
Mental Health1:3,726
Checkup Rate72.0%
Dental Visits48.8%
Premature Death13,691/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.4/10
Exercise Access77.4%
Healthcare Facilities15
Melvin enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 328 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 26.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 1,837 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.9°F
18% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.5 inches
30% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,837 ft (560 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density267/sq mi
Coordinates31.1992°N, 99.5813°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyMcCulloch County County
County FIPS48307
Melvin is located in McCulloch County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, a rural community. 5.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 83% below the national average of 33.7%. 60.0% have completed high school. 1.9% 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 86.3% of the vote, a 73.4-point margin. 53.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 15 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 91.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.3%
D 13%

Winner: Republican by 73.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.6%
83% below US avg
High School+60.0%
Graduate Degree+1.9%
School Test Score5.10
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density267/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi
CountyMcCulloch County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access53.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants24
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute46.8 min
Drive Alone91.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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