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Rosser, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Rosser is a small town in Texas with a population of 388. Residents earn $91,875 per year, which is 22% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
388 Population 203/sq mi density
$91,875 Median Income $33,374 per capita
$268,500 Home Value
$595 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$91,875 median income, 4.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$268,500 home value, $595/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $91,875
22% higher than US avg
Home Value $268,500
5% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.0%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $595
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

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

People

Population388
Median Age40.2 yrs
Density203/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 34%
Veterans3.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$91,875
Per Capita$33,374
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$6,967M
Commute49 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$268,500
Rent$595
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units129
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity36.0%
Uninsured12.7%
Smoking14.0%
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain42.1 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation357 ft (109 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.0%
High School+72.7%
Graduate+3.9%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 36%
Commute49 min
Broadband60.4%
Libraries4

Is Rosser a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rosser receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, long commute times. Rosser offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rosser is $91,875, 22% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rosser is $268,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $595 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.

Education

7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Rosser enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Rosser has a population of 388 with a density of 203 people per square mile. The median age is 40.2 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (34%), with 3.4% Hispanic, 30.7% Black.

Population

388
Total Population
203
People / sq mi
40.2yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.4%
Female 45.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Rosser vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.8%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rosser vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rosser is $91,875, which is 22% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes.

Income: Rosser vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,875
22% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,374
Avg Weekly Wage$1,076
IRS Avg AGI$72,125

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,668
County GDP$6,967M

Business (County)

Restaurants225
Healthcare205
Retail327
Manufacturing109

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,453
113% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time49.0 min
Drive Alone88.3%
Public Transit3.4%
Work from Home1.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Rosser is $268,500, 5% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $595 (49% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$268,500
5% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$595
49% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.2%
Housing Units129
Median Year Built1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,453
113% above US avg
Effective Rate2.78%
In Rosser, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.7% of residents lack health insurance. 14.0% are current smokers. 23.6% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma10.9%
COPD5.8%
Cancer6.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.0%
0% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress12.9%
Short Sleep40.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.2%
Uninsured12.7%
48% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.0%
Dental Visits60.7%
Premature Death8,809/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access67.1%
Healthcare Facilities205
Rosser has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.1 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.7°F
22% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.1 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall0.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation357 ft (109 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density203/sq mi
Coordinates32.4583°N, 96.4519°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48257
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.9-point margin. 60.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.5%
D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 27.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.0%
79% below US avg
High School+72.7%
Graduate Degree+3.9%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density203/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.4%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities205
Restaurants225
Retail Stores327

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute49.0 min
Drive Alone88.3%
Public Transit3.4%
Work from Home1.1%

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