New Summerfield, TX

Texas

New Summerfield is a small town in Texas with a population of 726. Residents earn $66,818 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
726 Population 154/sq mi density
$66,818 Median Income $23,222 per capita
$81,400 Home Value
$940 Median Rent 14.0% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$66,818 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,400 home value, $940/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,818
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $81,400
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.8%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $940
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.9%
20% higher than US avg

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

People

Population726
Median Age28.8 yrs
Density154/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 57%
Veterans9.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$66,818
Per Capita$23,222
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty14.9%
County GDP$2,080M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,400
Rent$940
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden14.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.2%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain47.5 in/yr
Elevation454 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.8%
High School+64.3%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute28 min
Broadband88.9%
Libraries3

Is New Summerfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Summerfield receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. New Summerfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Summerfield is $66,818, 11% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Summerfield is $81,400, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $940 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 64.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

New Summerfield enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

New Summerfield has a population of 726 with a density of 154 people per square mile. The median age is 28.8 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (56.9%).

Population

726
Total Population
154
People / sq mi
28.8yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
4.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.3%
Female 42.7%

Race & Ethnicity

New Summerfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only26.5%
66% below US avg
Spanish73.5%
449% above US avg

Social Characteristics

New Summerfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Summerfield is $66,818, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: New Summerfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,818
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,222
Avg Weekly Wage$983
IRS Avg AGI$60,120

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.9%
20% above US avg
Establishments (County)906
County GDP$2,080M

Business (County)

Restaurants74
Healthcare72
Retail130
Manufacturing66

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,873
96% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate8.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.3 min
Drive Alone82.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.0%

Walkability

The median home value in New Summerfield is $81,400, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $940 (19% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,400
71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$940
19% below US avg
Rent Burden14.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,873
96% above US avg
Effective Rate8.44%
In New Summerfield, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.2% report depression. 32.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: New Summerfield vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.2%
10% above US avg
Diabetes13.3%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma8.7%
COPD5.1%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity32.3%
Depression20.2%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate60.9%
Checkup Rate71.5%
Premature Death11,652/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access55.8%
Healthcare Facilities72

Crime Rates: New Summerfield vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

New Summerfield has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.1°F
21% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.5 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation454 ft (138 m)
Area4.7 sq mi (12.2 km²)
Population Density154/sq mi
Coordinates31.9807°N, 95.1150°W
County FIPS48073
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.7-point margin. 88.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.9%
D 18.3%

Winner: Republican by 62.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.8%
56% below US avg
High School+64.3%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density154/sq mi
Total Area4.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.9%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities72
Restaurants74
Retail Stores130

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.3 min
Drive Alone82.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.0%

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