Mount Calm, TX — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $47,639

37% lower than US avg

Home Value $108,600

61% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 16.2%

52% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,163

0% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.1%

22% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.1%

14% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 15.5%

25% higher than US avg

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

People

Population411

Median Age37.5 yrs

Density501/mi²

Male / Female37% / 63%

Largest GroupWhite 74%

Veterans11.7%

Economy

Median Income$47,639

Per Capita$26,472

Unemployment3.1%

Poverty15.5%

County GDP$2,179M

Commute31 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$108,600

Rent$1,163

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$240,863

Housing Units186

Rent Burden24.8%

Health

Obesity39.1%

Uninsured15.9%

Smoking17.9%

Depression27.4%

Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain40.5 in/yr

Sunny Days301/yr

Elevation606 ft (185 m)

Education

Bachelor's+16.2%

High School+93.8%

Graduate+0.7%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%

Commute31 min

Broadband97.2%

Libraries2

Is Mount Calm a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mount Calm receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Mount Calm offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mount Calm is $47,639, 37% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mount Calm is $108,600, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,163 per month. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Mount Calm enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Mount Calm has a population of 411 with a density of 501 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 62.8% female and 37.2% male. The city is predominantly White (74%), with 3.2% Hispanic, 19.2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 89.9% of residents, while 10.1% speak Spanish. 11.7% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 27.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 93.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

411

Total Population

501

People / sq mi

37.5yrs

Median Age

4% below US avg

0.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.2%

Female 62.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Mount Calm vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	89.9%
	15% above US avg
Spanish	10.1%
	25% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mount Calm vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mount Calm is $47,639, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,472 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,274, 11% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 405 business establishments, including 41 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes. 21.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Mount Calm vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$47,639
	37% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$26,472
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,274
IRS Avg AGI	$57,540

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.1%
	14% below US avg
Poverty Rate	15.5%
	25% above US avg
Establishments (County)	405
County GDP	$2,179M

Business (County)

Restaurants	41
Healthcare	57
Retail	75
Manufacturing	10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,243
	50% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	4.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	30.5 min
Drive Alone	70.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	21.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Mount Calm is $108,600, 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $240,863, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,163 (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 186 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1990. The average annual property tax is $5,243 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 24.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$108,600
	61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$240,863

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,163
	0% below US avg
Rent Burden	24.8%

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	71.5%
Housing Units	186
Median Year Built	1990

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,243
	50% above US avg
Effective Rate	4.83%

In Mount Calm, 39.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.5% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.6% of residents. 35.1% have high blood pressure. 17.9% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.2% report binge drinking. 30.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 27.4% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 21.5% experience frequent mental distress. 15.9% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,458. The dentist ratio is 1:2,782. 54.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.4 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Mount Calm vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.1%
	22% above US avg
Diabetes	12.5%
Heart Disease	6.6%
High Blood Pressure	35.1%
Asthma	11.7%
COPD	8.3%
Cancer	6.8%
Stroke	3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	17.9%
	28% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.2%
Physical Inactivity	30.8%
Depression	27.4%
Mental Distress	21.5%
Physical Distress	15.8%
Short Sleep	43.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	93.4%
Uninsured	15.9%
	85% above US avg
Primary Care	1:2,458
Dentists	1:2,782
Mental Health	1:1,854
Checkup Rate	73.3%
Dental Visits	47.8%
Premature Death	11,929/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.4/10
Exercise Access	54.2%
Healthcare Facilities	57

Mount Calm enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 301 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 40.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 606 feet.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	65.9°F
	22% above US avg
January Average	46°F (8°C)
July Average	84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	40.5 inches
	7% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	606 ft (185 m)
Area	0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density	501/sq mi
Coordinates	31.7563°N, 96.8817°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Limestone County County
County FIPS	48293

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	46°F (8°C)	2.0 in	Coldest
February	51°F (10°C)	2.4 in
March	58°F (15°C)	3.0 in
April	66°F (19°C)	3.2 in
May	73°F (23°C)	5.0 in	Wettest
June	80°F (27°C)	3.4 in
July	84°F (29°C)	1.9 in	Warmest, Driest
August	84°F (29°C)	2.0 in
September	78°F (25°C)	3.5 in
October	68°F (20°C)	3.9 in
November	57°F (14°C)	2.9 in
December	48°F (9°C)	2.5 in

Mount Calm has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F — from 46°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.0") and July the driest (1.9").

Mount Calm is located in Limestone County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 16.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 52% below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. 0.7% 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 78.1% of the vote, a 56.9-point margin. 97.2% of households have broadband internet access. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 57 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 70.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.1%

D 21.2%

Winner: Republican by 56.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	16.2%
	52% below US avg
High School+	93.8%
Graduate Degree+	0.7%
School Test Score	5.10

C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	501/sq mi
Total Area	0.8 sq mi
County	Limestone County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	97.2%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	57
Restaurants	41
Retail Stores	75

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	7
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	30.5 min
Drive Alone	70.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	21.4%

Frequently Asked Questions About Mount Calm

What is the population of Mount Calm?

Mount Calm has a population of 411 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 501 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years. The population is 62.8% female and 37.2% male.

Is Mount Calm expensive to live in?

Mount Calm 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 $47,639, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $108,600 (61% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,163 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Mount Calm?

Mount Calm enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Mount Calm?

Mount Calm has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,274. There are 405 business establishments in the area, including 41 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 31 minutes, and 21.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Mount Calm?

The median home value in Mount Calm is $108,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $240,863. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,163. Fair market rent is $935 for a 1-bedroom and $1,149 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The average annual property tax is $5,243.

How are the schools in Mount Calm?

Schools in Mount Calm score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 16.2% of adults in Mount Calm hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. 0.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Mount Calm?

The obesity rate in Mount Calm is 39.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.9% of adults are smokers. 30.8% are physically inactive. 27.4% of residents report depression. 15.9% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 54.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,458.

What is transportation like in Mount Calm?

The average commute in Mount Calm is 31 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 70.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 21.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Mount Calm?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Mount Calm is 74% White, 19.2% Black or African American, 3.2% Hispanic or Latino. 89.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 10.1% speak Spanish. 11.7% of the population are military veterans. 27.3% of residents have a disability. 93.4% have health insurance coverage.

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