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Putnam, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Putnam is a small town in Texas with a population of 41. Residents earn $59,000 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
41 Population 41/sq mi density
$59,000 Median Income $42,995 per capita
$67,000 Home Value
65°F Avg Temperature 328 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$59,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$67,000 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,000
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $67,000
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.3%
61% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population41
Median Age55.4 yrs
Density41/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans41.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$59,000
Per Capita$42,995
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$553M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$67,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units59
Rent Burden28.7%

Health

Obesity36.1%
Uninsured11.8%
Smoking16.9%
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain29.0 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation1,602 ft (488 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.3%
High School+83.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 11%
Commute23 min
Broadband20.0%
Libraries2

Is Putnam a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Putnam receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Putnam offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Putnam is $59,000, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Putnam is $67,000, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Putnam enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 328 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Putnam has a population of 41 with a density of 41 people per square mile. The median age is 55.4 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

41
Total Population
41
People / sq mi
55.4yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.4%
Female 36.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Putnam vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.2%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.8%
49% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Putnam vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Putnam is $59,000, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Putnam vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,000
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,995
Avg Weekly Wage$1,018
IRS Avg AGI$67,615

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)340
County GDP$553M

Business (County)

Restaurants24
Healthcare13
Retail41
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,658
33% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.4 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home33.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Putnam is $67,000, 76% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$67,000
76% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units59
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,658
33% above US avg
Effective Rate6.95%
In Putnam, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.8% of residents lack health insurance. 16.9% are current smokers. 25.9% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma10.2%
COPD7.3%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.9%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep36.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.2%
Uninsured11.8%
37% above US avg
Primary Care1:7,058
Dentists1:3,553
Mental Health1:14,374
Checkup Rate71.6%
Dental Visits57.1%
Premature Death11,448/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access54.6%
Healthcare Facilities13
Putnam has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.0 inches. The area enjoys 328 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average64.5°F
19% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.0 inches
24% below US avg
Snowfall3.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,602 ft (488 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density41/sq mi
Coordinates32.3703°N, 99.1955°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48059
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 13.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 77.6-point margin. 20.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 88.5%
D 10.9%

Winner: Republican by 77.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.3%
61% below US avg
High School+83.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density41/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access20.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants24
Retail Stores41

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.4 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home33.3%

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