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Moran, TX

Texas · Shackelford County

Moran is a small town in Texas with a population of 192. Residents earn $51,944 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
192 Population 447/sq mi density
$51,944 Median Income $28,792 per capita
$42,000 Home Value
$567 Median Rent 14.4% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 328 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$51,944 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$42,000 home value, $567/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
16.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,944
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $42,000
85% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.9%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $567
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.3%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.6%
47% lower than US avg

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

People

Population192
Median Age59.6 yrs
Density447/mi²
Male / Female38% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans5.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$51,944
Per Capita$28,792
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty6.6%
County GDP$302M
Commute51 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$42,000
Rent$567
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units131
Rent Burden14.4%

Health

Obesity33.3%
Uninsured10.3%
Smoking13.3%
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain28.9 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation1,363 ft (415 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.9%
High School+69.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 91% / D 8%
Commute51 min
Broadband92.0%
Libraries1

Is Moran a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Moran 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 below-average incomes, long commute times. Moran offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Moran is $51,944, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 51 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Moran is $42,000, 85% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $567 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Moran enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 328 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Moran has a population of 192 with a density of 447 people per square mile. The median age is 59.6 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.4%), with 9.9% Hispanic.

Population

192
Total Population
447
People / sq mi
59.6yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.5%
Female 62.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Moran vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.2%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.8%
27% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Moran vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Moran is $51,944, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 51 minutes.

Income: Moran vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,944
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,792
Avg Weekly Wage$1,445
IRS Avg AGI$123,729

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.6%
47% below US avg
Establishments (County)137
County GDP$302M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare3
Retail12
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,025
129% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate19.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time51.0 min
Drive Alone62.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Moran is $42,000, 85% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $567 (51% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$42,000
85% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$567
51% below US avg
Rent Burden14.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.4%
Housing Units131
Median Year Built1952

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,025
129% above US avg
Effective Rate19.11%
In Moran, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.3% of residents lack health insurance. 13.3% are current smokers. 25.8% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.3%
4% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.8%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.3%
5% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.1%
Short Sleep36.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.9%
Uninsured10.3%
20% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,212
Mental Health1:3,229
Checkup Rate72.7%
Dental Visits56.4%
Premature Death8,673/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access78.3%
Healthcare Facilities3
Moran has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.9 inches. The area enjoys 328 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.1°F
19% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.9 inches
24% below US avg
Snowfall2.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,363 ft (415 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density447/sq mi
Coordinates32.5472°N, 99.1665°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyShackelford County County
County FIPS48417
Moran is located in Shackelford County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 82.2-point margin. 92.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 90.6%
D 8.5%

Winner: Republican by 82.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.9%
50% below US avg
High School+69.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density447/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi
CountyShackelford County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants7
Retail Stores12

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute51.0 min
Drive Alone62.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.1%

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