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Mullin, TX

Texas · Mills County

Mullin is a small town in Texas with a population of 174. Residents earn $45,250 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
174 Population 370/sq mi density
$45,250 Median Income $19,695 per capita
$73,500 Home Value
$720 Median Rent 22.9% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 303 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$45,250 median income, 4.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$73,500 home value, $720/mo rent
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,250
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $73,500
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.7%
95% lower than US avg
Median Rent $720
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.3%
31% higher than US avg

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

People

Population174
Median Age36.5 yrs
Density370/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans9.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$45,250
Per Capita$19,695
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty16.3%
County GDP$351M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$73,500
Rent$720
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units98
Rent Burden22.9%

Health

Obesity34.0%
Uninsured13.6%
Smoking13.9%
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain30.6 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation1,430 ft (436 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.7%
High School+73.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 11%
Commute31 min
Broadband53.0%
Libraries1

Is Mullin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mullin receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Mullin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mullin is $45,250, 40% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 16.3% 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 Mullin is $73,500, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $720 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

1.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Mullin 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 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Mullin has a population of 174 with a density of 370 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 (89.7%), with 8.6% Hispanic, 1.7% Black.

Population

174
Total Population
370
People / sq mi
36.5yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.2%
Female 44.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Mullin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mullin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mullin is $45,250, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Mullin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,250
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,695
Avg Weekly Wage$832
IRS Avg AGI$69,830

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.3%
31% above US avg
Establishments (County)150
County GDP$351M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare9
Retail22
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,088
45% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.5 min
Drive Alone70.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mullin is $73,500, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $720 (38% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$73,500
74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$720
38% below US avg
Rent Burden22.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.1%
Housing Units98
Median Year Built1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,088
45% above US avg
Effective Rate6.92%
In Mullin, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.6% of residents lack health insurance. 13.9% are current smokers. 25.6% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.0%
6% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.9%
1% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate64.9%
Uninsured13.6%
58% above US avg
Primary Care1:4,480
Dentists1:2,250
Mental Health1:758
Checkup Rate72.5%
Dental Visits57.9%
Premature Death9,187/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access49.2%
Healthcare Facilities9
Mullin has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.6 inches. The area enjoys 303 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.6°F
21% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.6 inches
19% below US avg
Snowfall1.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,430 ft (436 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density370/sq mi
Coordinates31.5552°N, 98.6657°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyMills County County
County FIPS48333
Mullin is located in Mills County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 1.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (95% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 76.9-point margin. 53.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 88.2%
D 11.3%

Winner: Republican by 76.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.7%
95% below US avg
High School+73.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density370/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi
CountyMills County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access53.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants9
Retail Stores22

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.5 min
Drive Alone70.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.0%

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