Quitman, TX

Texas

Quitman is a small town in Texas with a population of 2,368. Residents earn $61,387 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
2,368 Population 1,227/sq mi density
$61,387 Median Income $28,460 per capita
$179,100 Home Value $238,835 Zillow
$1,047 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
166 Violent Crime/100K 1,380 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$61,387 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$179,100 home value, $1,047/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
166 violent crimes/100K (56% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
18.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,387
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $179,100
36% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 166/100K
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.0%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,047
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.8%
21% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,368
Median Age42.5 yrs
Density1,227/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

B+
Median Income$61,387
Per Capita$28,460
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty9.8%
County GDP$2,099M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$179,100
Rent$1,047
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$238,835

Crime

F
Violent166/100K
Property1,380/100K
Murder110.4/100K
Assault55/100K
Burglary552/100K

Health

Obesity35.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain46.5 in/yr
Elevation397 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.0%
High School+86.6%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 15%
Commute29 min
Libraries4

Is Quitman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Quitman receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Quitman offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Quitman is $61,387, 18% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Quitman is $179,100, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,047 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Quitman is below the national average at 166 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,380 per 100,000, 30% below the national average.

Education

18.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Quitman enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Quitman has a population of 2,368 with a density of 1,227 people per square mile. The median age is 42.5 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88%), with 3.8% Hispanic, 1.7% Black.

Population

2,368
Total Population
1,227
People / sq mi
42.5yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Quitman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.3%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.7%
50% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Quitman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Quitman is $61,387, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Quitman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,387
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,460
Avg Weekly Wage$929
IRS Avg AGI$65,255

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.8%
21% below US avg
Establishments (County)943
County GDP$2,099M

Business (County)

Restaurants86
Healthcare80
Retail123
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,412
55% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.0 min
Work from Home10.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Quitman is $179,100, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,047 (10% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $238,835.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$179,100
36% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$238,835

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,047
10% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,412
55% above US avg
Effective Rate3.02%
In Quitman, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.8% report depression. 27.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.9%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity27.8%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.9%
Checkup Rate72.2%
Premature Death11,592/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access37.0%
Healthcare Facilities80
Quitman has a violent crime rate of 166 per 100,000 residents, 56% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,380 per 100,000 (30% below US avg). The murder rate is 110.4 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent165.7/100K
56% below US avg
Murder110.4/100K
1653% above US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault55.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,380.5/100K
30% below US avg
Burglary552.2/100K
Theft828.3/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Quitman has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.2°F
19% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.5 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall0.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation397 ft (121 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (5.0 km²)
Population Density1,227/sq mi
Coordinates32.7940°N, 95.4455°W
County FIPS48499
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 18.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.6%
D 14.8%

Winner: Republican by 69.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.0%
47% below US avg
High School+86.6%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,227/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities80
Restaurants86
Retail Stores123

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.0 min
Work from Home10.4%

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