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Perrin, TX

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Perrin is a small town in Texas with a population of 271. Residents earn $48,929 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
271 Population 170/sq mi density
$48,929 Median Income $15,266 per capita
$77,500 Home Value $353,471 Zillow
$1,049 Median Rent 31.0% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$48,929 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$77,500 home value, $1,049/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,929
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $77,500
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.4%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,049
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.3%
1% lower than US avg

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

People

Population271
Median Age22.8 yrs
Density170/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$48,929
Per Capita$15,266
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty12.3%
County GDP$468M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$77,500
Rent$1,049
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$353,471
Housing Units95
Rent Burden31.0%

Health

Obesity36.7%
Uninsured14.5%
Smoking17.5%
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain32.7 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation1,049 ft (320 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.4%
High School+78.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 91% / D 9%
Commute36 min
Broadband68.0%
Libraries1

Is Perrin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Perrin 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, long commute times. Perrin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Perrin is $48,929, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Perrin is $77,500, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,049 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

9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Perrin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Perrin has a population of 271 with a density of 170 people per square mile. The median age is 22.8 years, 41% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

271
Total Population
170
People / sq mi
22.8yrs
Median Age
41% below US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Perrin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Perrin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Perrin is $48,929, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Perrin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,929
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,266
Avg Weekly Wage$1,126
IRS Avg AGI$68,378

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.3%
1% below US avg
Establishments (County)258
County GDP$468M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare9
Retail26
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,793
66% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.7 min
Drive Alone79.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Perrin is $77,500, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,049 (10% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $353,471.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$77,500
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$353,471

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,049
10% below US avg
Rent Burden31.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied33.8%
Housing Units95
Median Year Built1968

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,793
66% above US avg
Effective Rate7.47%
In Perrin, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.5% of residents lack health insurance. 17.5% are current smokers. 25.0% report depression. 27.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
Asthma10.0%
COPD7.4%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.5%
25% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity27.0%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress14.2%
Short Sleep39.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured14.5%
69% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,904
Mental Health1:4,438
Checkup Rate71.0%
Dental Visits48.8%
Premature Death9,316/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access55.1%
Healthcare Facilities9
Perrin has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.7 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average63.5°F
18% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.7 inches
14% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,049 ft (320 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density170/sq mi
Coordinates33.0346°N, 98.0688°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48237
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 82.3-point margin. 68.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 90.9%
D 8.6%

Winner: Republican by 82.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.4%
72% below US avg
High School+78.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density170/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access68.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants17
Retail Stores26

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.7 min
Drive Alone79.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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