Rosebud, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Rosebud is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,077. Residents earn $26,797 per year, which is 64% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,077 Population 1,346/sq mi density
$26,797 Median Income $21,876 per capita
$83,000 Home Value $142,266 Zillow
$593 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$26,797 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$83,000 home value, $593/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,797
64% lower than US avg
Home Value $83,000
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.8%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $593
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.4%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.5%
33% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,077
Median Age46.9 yrs
Density1,346/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 71%

Economy

B
Median Income$26,797
Per Capita$21,876
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty16.5%
County GDP$669M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$83,000
Rent$593
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$142,266

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain39.1 in/yr
Elevation405 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.8%
High School+77.6%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute21 min
Libraries2

Is Rosebud a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rosebud receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Rosebud offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rosebud is $26,797, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 16.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rosebud is $83,000, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $593 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Rosebud enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Rosebud has a population of 1,077 with a density of 1,346 people per square mile. The median age is 46.9 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.7%), with 2.7% Hispanic, 17.9% Black.

Population

1,077
Total Population
1,346
People / sq mi
46.9yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Rosebud vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.3%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.7%
2% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Rosebud vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rosebud is $26,797, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Rosebud vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,797
64% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,876
Avg Weekly Wage$1,040
IRS Avg AGI$54,120

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.5%
33% above US avg
Establishments (County)294
County GDP$669M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare23
Retail48
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,350
53% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.2 min
Work from Home6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Rosebud is $83,000, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $593 (49% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $142,266.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$83,000
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$142,266

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$593
49% 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-Occupied74.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,350
53% above US avg
Effective Rate6.45%
In Rosebud, 41.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.2% report depression. 35.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.4%
29% above US avg
Diabetes15.2%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure37.6%
Asthma11.0%
COPD8.4%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity35.4%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress16.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.3%
Checkup Rate73.1%
Premature Death12,250/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access37.3%
Healthcare Facilities23

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Rosebud has an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.3°F
21% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.1 inches
3% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation405 ft (123 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density1,346/sq mi
Coordinates31.0757°N, 96.9745°W
County FIPS48145
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72%
D 27.3%

Winner: Republican by 44.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.8%
65% below US avg
High School+77.6%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,346/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities23
Restaurants18
Retail Stores48

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.2 min
Work from Home6.8%

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