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Mobile City, TX

Texas · Rockwall County · Metropolitan Area

Mobile City is a small town in Texas with a population of 316.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
316 Population 15,800/sq mi density
$22,300 Home Value
$1,162 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $22,300
92% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,162
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 53.2%
329% higher than US avg

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

People

Population316
Median Age19.3 yrs
Density15,800/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 23%
Veterans1.3%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$14,477
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty53.2%
County GDP$7,866M
Commute39 min

Housing

Home Value$22,300
Rent$1,162
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units120
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity34.0%
Uninsured21.0%
Smoking8.0%
Depression18.5%
Heart Disease3.4%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation592 ft (180 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+92.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute39 min
Broadband96.8%
Libraries2

Is Mobile City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mobile City receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, long commute times. Mobile City stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. The poverty rate of 53.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mobile City is $22,300, 92% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,162 per month.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Mobile City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Mobile City has a population of 316 with a density of 15,800 people per square mile, spread across 0.0 square miles. The median age is 19.3 years, 50% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 57.3% female and 42.7% male. The city is predominantly White (23.1%), with 3.2% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 8.2% of residents, while 91.8% speak Spanish. 1.3% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 2.9% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 81.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

316
Total Population
15,800
People / sq mi
19.3yrs
Median Age
50% below US avg
0.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.7%
Female 57.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Mobile City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only8.2%
90% below US avg
Spanish91.8%
585% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Mobile City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mobile City is N/A. Per capita income is $14,477 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,095, 24% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 53.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 3,378 business establishments, including 261 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 2.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Mobile City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$14,477
Avg Weekly Wage$1,095
IRS Avg AGI$129,850

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate53.2%
329% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,378
County GDP$7,866M

Business (County)

Restaurants261
Healthcare369
Retail308
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,177
162% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate41.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.2 min
Drive Alone75.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Mobile City is $22,300, 92% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,162 (0% 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 120 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1986. The average annual property tax is $9,177 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 51.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$22,300
92% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,162
0% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied33.3%
Housing Units120
Median Year Built1986

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,177
162% above US avg
Effective Rate41.15%
In Mobile City, 34.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 3.4% of residents, below the national average. 23.7% have high blood pressure. 8.0% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 17.5% report binge drinking. 22.4% are physically inactive. 18.5% report depression. 14.3% experience frequent mental distress. 21.0% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,511. The dentist ratio is 1:1,433. 82.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.8 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Mobile City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.0%
6% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease3.4%
High Blood Pressure23.7%
Asthma8.2%
COPD3.0%
Cancer4.3%
Stroke1.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.0%
43% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity22.4%
Depression18.5%
Mental Distress14.3%
Physical Distress10.3%
Short Sleep32.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.2%
Uninsured21.0%
144% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,511
Dentists1:1,433
Mental Health1:536
Checkup Rate65.1%
Dental Visits57.1%
Premature Death5,798/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access82.4%
Healthcare Facilities369
Mobile City enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 330 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 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 592 feet.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average66.4°F
23% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.4 inches
1% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation592 ft (180 m)
Area0.0 sq mi (0.1 km²)
Population Density15,800/sq mi
Coordinates32.9228°N, 96.4111°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyRockwall County County
County FIPS48397
Mobile City is located in Rockwall County. It is classified as Metro — 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% 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 70% of the vote, a 40.9-point margin. 96.8% of households have broadband internet access. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 369 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 75.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70%
D 29.1%

Winner: Republican by 40.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+92.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density15,800/sq mi
Total Area0.0 sq mi
CountyRockwall County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.8%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities369
Restaurants261
Retail Stores308

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.2 min
Drive Alone75.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.1%

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