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Road Runner, TX

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Road Runner is a small town in Texas with a population of 781. Residents earn $42,500 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
781 Population 1,302/sq mi density
$42,500 Median Income $16,906 per capita
$151,400 Home Value
$929 Median Rent 27.7% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 323 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$42,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$151,400 home value, $929/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,500
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $151,400
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.2%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $929
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 32.2%
160% higher than US avg

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

People

Population781
Median Age33.9 yrs
Density1,302/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 47%
Veterans1.7%

Economy

C+
Median Income$42,500
Per Capita$16,906
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty32.2%
County GDP$3,433M
Commute46 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$151,400
Rent$929
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units248
Rent Burden27.7%

Health

Obesity36.0%
Uninsured19.9%
Smoking13.4%
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation667 ft (203 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.2%
High School+40.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute46 min
Broadband53.8%
Libraries2

Is Road Runner a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Road Runner receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Road Runner has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Road Runner is $42,500, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 32.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Road Runner is $151,400, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $929 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

4.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 40.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Road Runner enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Road Runner has a population of 781 with a density of 1,302 people per square mile. The median age is 33.9 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (47.2%).

Population

781
Total Population
1,302
People / sq mi
33.9yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.3%
Female 44.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Road Runner vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only44.0%
44% below US avg
Spanish56.0%
318% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Road Runner vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Road Runner is $42,500, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 32.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes.

Income: Road Runner vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,500
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,906
Avg Weekly Wage$1,209
IRS Avg AGI$84,511

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate32.2%
160% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,110
County GDP$3,433M

Business (County)

Restaurants103
Healthcare81
Retail147
Manufacturing73

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,807
123% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time46.1 min
Drive Alone96.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Road Runner is $151,400, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $929 (20% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$151,400
46% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$929
20% below US avg
Rent Burden27.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.7%
Housing Units248
Median Year Built1984

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,807
123% above US avg
Effective Rate5.16%
In Road Runner, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.9% of residents lack health insurance. 13.4% are current smokers. 22.7% report depression. 27.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Road Runner vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.8%
Cancer6.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.4%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity27.2%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress13.4%
Short Sleep37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate57.9%
Uninsured19.9%
131% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,840
Dentists1:2,392
Mental Health1:1,459
Checkup Rate71.6%
Dental Visits60.0%
Premature Death8,596/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access62.4%
Healthcare Facilities81
Road Runner has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area enjoys 323 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average64.8°F
20% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation667 ft (203 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density1,302/sq mi
Coordinates33.4843°N, 97.0848°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 4.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.9-point margin. 53.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.1%
D 16.2%

Winner: Republican by 66.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.2%
88% below US avg
High School+40.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,302/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access53.8%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities81
Restaurants103
Retail Stores147

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute46.1 min
Drive Alone96.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.8%

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