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Morgan, TX

Texas · Somervell County

Morgan is a small town in Texas with a population of 446. Residents earn $53,816 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
446 Population 603/sq mi density
$53,816 Median Income $16,522 per capita
$83,600 Home Value $205,152 Zillow
$799 Median Rent 41.6% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$53,816 median income, 8.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$83,600 home value, $799/mo rent
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,816
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $83,600
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.1%
97% lower than US avg
Median Rent $799
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.3%
131% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.2%
103% higher than US avg

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

People

Population446
Median Age36.5 yrs
Density603/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 56%
Veterans1.5%

Economy

C
Median Income$53,816
Per Capita$16,522
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty25.2%
County GDP$1,718M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$83,600
Rent$799
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$205,152
Housing Units187
Rent Burden41.6%

Health

Obesity39.1%
Uninsured23.8%
Smoking14.9%
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain34.3 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation739 ft (225 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.1%
High School+58.5%
Graduate+0.9%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute37 min
Broadband60.3%

Is Morgan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Morgan receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Morgan has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Morgan is $53,816, 28% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 25.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Morgan is $83,600, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $799 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

1.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 58.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Morgan enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 44°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 34.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Morgan has a population of 446 with a density of 603 people per square mile. The median age is 36.5 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (56.3%), with 1.8% Hispanic.

Population

446
Total Population
603
People / sq mi
36.5yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.8%
Female 48.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Morgan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only60.8%
23% below US avg
Spanish39.2%
193% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Morgan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Morgan is $53,816, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 25.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Morgan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,816
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,522
Avg Weekly Wage$1,461
IRS Avg AGI$90,433

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
131% above US avg
Poverty Rate25.2%
103% above US avg
Establishments (County)266
County GDP$1,718M

Business (County)

Restaurants42
Healthcare17
Retail29
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,212
77% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.4 min
Drive Alone75.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Morgan is $83,600, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $799 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $205,152.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$83,600
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$205,152

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$799
31% below US avg
Rent Burden41.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.2%
Housing Units187
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,212
77% above US avg
Effective Rate7.43%
In Morgan, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% of residents lack health insurance. 14.9% are current smokers. 22.4% report depression. 31.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes13.2%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma9.5%
COPD6.3%
Cancer5.8%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity31.8%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress14.7%
Short Sleep39.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate66.8%
Uninsured23.8%
177% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,353
Dentists1:2,439
Mental Health1:1,978
Checkup Rate71.8%
Dental Visits51.1%
Premature Death7,659/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access79.2%
Healthcare Facilities17
Morgan has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.3 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average64.8°F
20% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.3 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation739 ft (225 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density603/sq mi
Coordinates32.0159°N, 97.6061°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountySomervell County County
County FIPS48425
Morgan is located in Somervell County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 1.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (97% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.8-point margin. 60.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85%
D 14.2%

Winner: Republican by 70.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.1%
97% below US avg
High School+58.5%
Graduate Degree+0.9%
School Test Score5.10
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density603/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi
CountySomervell County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.3%
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants42
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.4 min
Drive Alone75.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.5%

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