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Roxton, TX

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Roxton is a small town in Texas with a population of 411. Residents earn $66,250 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
411 Population 478/sq mi density
$66,250 Median Income $35,127 per capita
$103,100 Home Value $154,737 Zillow
$861 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$66,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$103,100 home value, $861/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,250
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $103,100
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.6%
3% lower than US avg
Median Rent $861
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.8%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population411
Median Age43.2 yrs
Density478/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans1.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,250
Per Capita$35,127
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.8%
County GDP$179M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$103,100
Rent$861
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$154,737
Housing Units266
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity38.4%
Uninsured13.6%
Smoking16.6%
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain48.9 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation511 ft (156 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.6%
High School+88.7%
Graduate+12.2%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 15%
Commute21 min
Broadband74.4%

Is Roxton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Roxton receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Roxton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Roxton is $66,250, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Roxton is $103,100, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $861 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

32.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Roxton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Roxton has a population of 411 with a density of 478 people per square mile. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82%), with 16.1% Black.

Population

411
Total Population
478
People / sq mi
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Roxton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Roxton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Roxton is $66,250, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Roxton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,250
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,127
Avg Weekly Wage$817
IRS Avg AGI$56,862

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.8%
85% below US avg
Establishments (County)110
County GDP$179M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Healthcare4
Retail10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,933
41% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.2 min
Drive Alone73.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Roxton is $103,100, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $861 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $154,737.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$103,100
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$154,737
Median List Price$167,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$167,000
$/Sq Ft$151
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio91.2%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$861
26% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied58.5%
Housing Units266
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,933
41% above US avg
Effective Rate4.78%
In Roxton, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.6% of residents lack health insurance. 16.6% are current smokers. 25.8% report depression. 27.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure35.1%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.3%
Cancer6.7%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.6%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity27.4%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress14.2%
Short Sleep40.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.1%
Uninsured13.6%
58% above US avg
Mental Health1:1,840
Checkup Rate73.1%
Dental Visits54.0%
Premature Death13,605/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access61.2%
Healthcare Facilities4
Roxton has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.9 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average65.0°F
20% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.9 inches
29% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation511 ft (156 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density478/sq mi
Coordinates33.5456°N, 95.7249°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48119
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 32.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69.7-point margin. 74.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.7%
D 14.9%

Winner: Republican by 69.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.6%
3% below US avg
High School+88.7%
Graduate Degree+12.2%
School Test Score5.10
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density478/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.4%
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants4
Retail Stores10

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.2 min
Drive Alone73.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

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