Milano, TX — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $65,357

13% lower than US avg

Home Value $80,300

72% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 13.9%

59% lower than US avg

Median Rent $497

57% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.4%

13% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.3%

64% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 4.4%

65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population555

Median Age36.6 yrs

Density303/mi²

Male / Female73% / 27%

Largest GroupWhite 59%

Veterans7.9%

Economy

Median Income$65,357

Per Capita$41,233

Unemployment1.3%

Poverty4.4%

County GDP$951M

Commute22 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$80,300

Rent$497

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$381,404

Housing Units269

Rent Burden18.9%

Health

Obesity36.4%

Uninsured14.4%

Smoking15.4%

Depression25.3%

Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain38.6 in/yr

Sunny Days303/yr

Elevation454 ft (138 m)

Education

Bachelor's+13.9%

High School+83.8%

Graduate+9.5%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%

Commute22 min

Broadband79.7%

Libraries2

Is Milano a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Milano receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Milano offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Milano is $65,357, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Milano is $80,300, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $497 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Milano enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 50°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 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Milano has a population of 555 with a density of 303 people per square mile, spread across 1.8 square miles. The median age is 36.6 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 27% female and 73% male. The city is predominantly White (59.3%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 35.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 80.5% of residents, while 19.5% speak Spanish. 7.9% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 10.5% of residents have a disability. 58.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

555

Total Population

303

People / sq mi

36.6yrs

Median Age

6% below US avg

1.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 73%

Female 27%

Race & Ethnicity

Milano vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	80.5%
	3% above US avg
Spanish	19.5%
	46% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Milano vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Milano is $65,357, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,233. The average weekly wage is $1,028, 28% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 519 business establishments, including 43 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 1.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Milano vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$65,357
	13% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$41,233
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,028
IRS Avg AGI	$66,239

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.3%
	64% below US avg
Poverty Rate	4.4%
	65% below US avg
Establishments (County)	519
County GDP	$951M

Business (County)

Restaurants	43
Healthcare	37
Retail	71
Manufacturing	22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,179
	77% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	7.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	22.4 min
Drive Alone	94.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	1.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Milano is $80,300, 72% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $381,404, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $497 (57% 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 269 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1966. The average annual property tax is $6,179 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 18.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$80,300
	72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$381,404

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$497
	57% below US avg
Rent Burden	18.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	83.7%
Housing Units	269
Median Year Built	1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,179
	77% above US avg
Effective Rate	7.69%

In Milano, 36.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.1% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.8% of residents. 33.6% have high blood pressure. 15.4% are current smokers. 19.2% report binge drinking. 26.8% are physically inactive. 25.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.5% experience frequent mental distress. 14.4% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:25,106. The dentist ratio is 1:6,407. 59.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.6 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.4%
	13% above US avg
Diabetes	11.1%
Heart Disease	5.8%
High Blood Pressure	33.6%
Asthma	10.4%
COPD	6.6%
Cancer	6.7%
Stroke	3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.4%
	10% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.2%
Physical Inactivity	26.8%
Depression	25.3%
Mental Distress	19.5%
Physical Distress	13.5%
Short Sleep	37.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	58.7%
Uninsured	14.4%
	67% above US avg
Primary Care	1:25,106
Dentists	1:6,407
Mental Health	1:4,325
Checkup Rate	72.2%
Dental Visits	56.4%
Premature Death	10,214/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.6/10
Exercise Access	59.4%
Healthcare Facilities	37

Milano enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 303 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 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 454 feet.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	68.0°F
	26% above US avg
January Average	50°F (10°C)
July Average	83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	38.6 inches
	2% above US avg
Snowfall	0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	454 ft (138 m)
Area	1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density	303/sq mi
Coordinates	30.7053°N, 96.8527°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Milam County County
County FIPS	48331

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	50°F (10°C)	2.4 in	Coldest
February	53°F (12°C)	2.6 in
March	61°F (16°C)	2.4 in
April	67°F (20°C)	3.2 in
May	74°F (23°C)	4.7 in	Wettest
June	80°F (27°C)	3.4 in
July	83°F (29°C)	1.9 in	Driest
August	84°F (29°C)	1.9 in	Warmest
September	78°F (26°C)	4.2 in
October	69°F (21°C)	3.6 in
November	59°F (15°C)	3.0 in
December	51°F (11°C)	2.6 in

Milano has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F — from 50°F in January to 84°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 35.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.7") and July the driest (1.9").

Milano is located in Milam County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 13.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 59% below the national average of 33.7%. 83.8% have completed high school. 9.5% 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 78.4% of the vote, a 57.3-point margin. 79.7% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 37 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 94.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.4%

D 21%

Winner: Republican by 57.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	13.9%
	59% below US avg
High School+	83.8%
Graduate Degree+	9.5%
School Test Score	5.10

C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	303/sq mi
Total Area	1.8 sq mi
County	Milam County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	79.7%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	37
Restaurants	43
Retail Stores	71

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	10
FEMA Disaster Declarations	182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	22.4 min
Drive Alone	94.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	1.1%

Frequently Asked Questions About Milano

What is the population of Milano?

Milano has a population of 555 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 303 people per square mile, spread across 1.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.6 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 27% female and 73% male.

Is Milano expensive to live in?

Milano 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 $65,357, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $80,300 (72% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $497 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Milano?

Milano enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 50°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Milano?

The job market in Milano is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.3% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,028. There are 519 business establishments in the area, including 43 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 1.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Milano?

The median home value in Milano is $80,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $381,404. For renters, the median monthly rent is $497. Fair market rent is $935 for a 1-bedroom and $1,149 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The average annual property tax is $6,179.

How are the schools in Milano?

Schools in Milano score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 13.9% of adults in Milano hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.8% have completed high school. 9.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Milano?

The obesity rate in Milano is 36.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.4% of adults are smokers. 26.8% are physically inactive. 25.3% of residents report depression. 14.4% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 59.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:25,106.

What is transportation like in Milano?

The average commute in Milano is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 94.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 1.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Milano?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Milano is 59.3% White, 35.1% Black or African American, 1.1% Hispanic or Latino. 80.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 19.5% speak Spanish. 7.9% of the population are military veterans. 10.5% of residents have a disability. 58.7% have health insurance coverage.

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