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Nome, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Nome is a small town in Texas with a population of 325. Residents earn $55,781 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
325 Population 278/sq mi density
$55,781 Median Income $37,734 per capita
$188,800 Home Value
69°F Avg Temperature 313 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$55,781 median income, 5.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$188,800 home value
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,781
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $188,800
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.1%
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.7%
58% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.8%
29% lower than US avg

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

People

Population325
Median Age51.3 yrs
Density278/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans7.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$55,781
Per Capita$37,734
Unemployment5.7%
Poverty8.8%
County GDP$1,853M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$188,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units197
Rent Burden30.5%

Health

Obesity35.2%
Uninsured13.7%
Smoking13.5%
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain62.0 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation42 ft (13 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.1%
High School+94.4%
Graduate+8.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 12%
Commute35 min
Broadband86.1%
Libraries4

Is Nome a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nome receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Nome offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nome is $55,781, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nome is $188,800, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

30.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Nome enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 62.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Nome has a population of 325 with a density of 278 people per square mile. The median age is 51.3 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.2%), with 6.8% Black.

Population

325
Total Population
278
People / sq mi
51.3yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.8%
Female 58.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Nome vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.1%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.9%
49% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Nome vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nome is $55,781, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Nome vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,781
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,734
Avg Weekly Wage$1,008
IRS Avg AGI$80,313

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.7%
58% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.8%
29% below US avg
Establishments (County)974
County GDP$1,853M

Business (County)

Restaurants89
Healthcare66
Retail154
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,163
76% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.2 min
Drive Alone90.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Nome is $188,800, 33% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$188,800
33% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$185
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory10

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.1%
Housing Units197
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,163
76% above US avg
Effective Rate3.26%
In Nome, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.7% of residents lack health insurance. 13.5% are current smokers. 23.2% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.2%
10% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.6%
Cancer6.7%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.5%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep35.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.7%
Uninsured13.7%
59% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.8%
Dental Visits61.0%
Premature Death11,242/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access66.5%
Healthcare Facilities66
Nome has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 62.0 inches. The area enjoys 313 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average68.9°F
28% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall62.0 inches
63% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation42 ft (13 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density278/sq mi
Coordinates30.0323°N, 94.4205°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48199
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 30.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 75.8-point margin. 86.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87.7%
D 11.9%

Winner: Republican by 75.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.1%
11% below US avg
High School+94.4%
Graduate Degree+8.0%
School Test Score5.10
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density278/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.1%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities66
Restaurants89
Retail Stores154

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.2 min
Drive Alone90.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.5%

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