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Rule, TX

Texas · Haskell County

Rule is a small town in Texas with a population of 738. Residents earn $31,875 per year, which is 58% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
738 Population 1,054/sq mi density
$31,875 Median Income $23,529 per capita
$57,500 Home Value $68,539 Zillow
$1,009 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 328 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$31,875 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$57,500 home value, $1,009/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,875
58% lower than US avg
Home Value $57,500
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.3%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,009
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.6%
34% higher than US avg

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

People

Population738
Median Age45.3 yrs
Density1,054/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Veterans8.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$31,875
Per Capita$23,529
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty16.6%
County GDP$427M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$57,500
Rent$1,009
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$68,539
Housing Units476
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity39.1%
Uninsured20.1%
Smoking19.2%
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain27.0 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation1,680 ft (512 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.3%
High School+81.3%
Graduate+1.6%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute19 min
Broadband90.3%
Libraries1

Is Rule a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rule receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. 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. Rule offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rule is $31,875, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. The poverty rate of 16.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rule is $57,500, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,009 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Rule enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 328 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Rule has a population of 738 with a density of 1,054 people per square mile. The median age is 45.3 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.8%), with 1.8% Hispanic, 5.1% Black.

Population

738
Total Population
1,054
People / sq mi
45.3yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Rule vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only81.5%
4% above US avg
Spanish18.5%
38% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Rule vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rule is $31,875, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Rule vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,875
58% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,529
Avg Weekly Wage$810
IRS Avg AGI$57,982

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.6%
34% above US avg
Establishments (County)197
County GDP$427M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare5
Retail25
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,780
8% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.2 min
Drive Alone80.7%
Public Transit3.7%
Work from Home6.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Rule is $57,500, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,009 (13% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $68,539.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$57,500
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$68,539

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,009
13% 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-Occupied80.6%
Housing Units476
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,780
8% above US avg
Effective Rate6.57%
In Rule, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.1% of residents lack health insurance. 19.2% are current smokers. 26.5% report depression. 33.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes13.7%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure35.7%
Asthma11.0%
COPD8.8%
Cancer6.5%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.2%
37% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity33.1%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress16.5%
Short Sleep39.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.3%
Uninsured20.1%
134% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,082
Dentists1:2,702
Mental Health1:769
Checkup Rate72.3%
Dental Visits47.6%
Premature Death10,595/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access69.1%
Healthcare Facilities5
Rule has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.0 inches. The area enjoys 328 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.0 inches
29% below US avg
Snowfall3.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,680 ft (512 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density1,054/sq mi
Coordinates33.1819°N, 99.8933°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyHaskell County County
County FIPS48207
Rule is located in Haskell County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 13.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 71.5-point margin. 90.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.4%
D 13.9%

Winner: Republican by 71.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.3%
61% below US avg
High School+81.3%
Graduate Degree+1.6%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,054/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi
CountyHaskell County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.3%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants16
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.2 min
Drive Alone80.7%
Public Transit3.7%
Work from Home6.9%

Nearby Cities

Haskell, TX 3,038 pop · 9.5 mi Stamford, TX 2,902 pop · 19.5 mi Munday, TX 1,478 pop · 24.0 mi Hamlin, TX 2,178 pop · 24.5 mi Anson, TX 1,765 pop · 29.5 mi Rotan, TX 1,232 pop · 40.2 mi Seymour, TX 2,607 pop · 46.4 mi Albany, TX 1,725 pop · 46.8 mi Merkel, TX 2,630 pop · 49.7 mi Abilene, TX 127,130 pop · 51.1 mi Sweetwater, TX 10,484 pop · 57.6 mi Clyde, TX 3,899 pop · 58.2 mi Potosi, TX 4,524 pop · 59.7 mi Baird, TX 1,687 pop · 61.5 mi
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