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Moulton, TX

Texas · Gonzales County

Moulton is a small town in Texas with a population of 879. Residents earn $58,152 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
879 Population 1,046/sq mi density
$58,152 Median Income $36,477 per capita
$166,700 Home Value $241,047 Zillow
$1,089 Median Rent 14.4% income on rent
68°F Avg Temperature 300 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
$58,152 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$166,700 home value, $1,089/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
18.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,152
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $166,700
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.1%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,089
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.6%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.6%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population879
Median Age34.7 yrs
Density1,046/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 67%
Veterans9.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,152
Per Capita$36,477
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty8.6%
County GDP$3,676M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$166,700
Rent$1,089
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$241,047
Housing Units476
Rent Burden14.4%

Health

Obesity34.6%
Uninsured15.7%
Smoking11.9%
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation399 ft (122 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.1%
High School+89.3%
Graduate+8.9%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute26 min
Broadband80.5%
Libraries3

Is Moulton a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Moulton is $58,152, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. 8.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Moulton is $166,700, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,089 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Moulton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Moulton has a population of 879 with a density of 1,046 people per square mile. The median age is 34.7 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66.9%), with 5.2% Hispanic, 3.1% Black.

Population

879
Total Population
1,046
People / sq mi
34.7yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Moulton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only68.5%
13% below US avg
Spanish31.5%
135% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Moulton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Moulton is $58,152, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Moulton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,152
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,477
Avg Weekly Wage$1,043
IRS Avg AGI$70,835

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.6%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)550
County GDP$3,676M

Business (County)

Restaurants50
Healthcare33
Retail70
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,493
86% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.5 min
Drive Alone76.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Moulton is $166,700, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,089 (6% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $241,047.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$166,700
41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$241,047

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,089
6% 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-Occupied69.9%
Housing Units476
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,493
86% above US avg
Effective Rate3.90%
In Moulton, 34.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.7% of residents lack health insurance. 11.9% are current smokers. 23.3% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.6%
8% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.2%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.9%
15% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity24.0%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep37.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.2%
Uninsured15.7%
83% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,455
Dentists1:2,204
Mental Health1:2,491
Checkup Rate72.6%
Dental Visits54.6%
Premature Death10,412/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access48.2%
Healthcare Facilities33
Moulton has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. The area enjoys 300 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average68.0°F
26% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation399 ft (122 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density1,046/sq mi
Coordinates29.5722°N, 97.1466°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyGonzales County County
County FIPS48177
Moulton is located in Gonzales County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.8-point margin. 80.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.1%
D 22.3%

Winner: Republican by 54.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.1%
46% below US avg
High School+89.3%
Graduate Degree+8.9%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,046/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi
CountyGonzales County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.5%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants50
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.5 min
Drive Alone76.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.8%

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