Seymour, TX

Texas

Seymour is a small town in Texas with a population of 2,607. Residents earn $38,984 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
2,607 Population 893/sq mi density
$38,984 Median Income $29,347 per capita
$90,000 Home Value $123,432 Zillow
$822 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
342 Violent Crime/100K 2,622 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$38,984 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,000 home value, $822/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
342 violent crimes/100K (10% below avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,984
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,000
68% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 342/100K
10% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.1%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $822
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.5%
57% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,607
Median Age50.6 yrs
Density893/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

B
Median Income$38,984
Per Capita$29,347
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty19.5%
County GDP$235M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,000
Rent$822
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$123,432

Crime

F
Violent342/100K
Property2,622/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault266/100K
Burglary760/100K

Health

Obesity36.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain29.0 in/yr
Elevation1,290 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.1%
High School+79.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 11%
Commute16 min
Libraries1

Is Seymour a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Seymour receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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. Seymour offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Seymour is $38,984, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. The poverty rate of 19.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Seymour is $90,000, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $822 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Seymour is below the national average at 342 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,622 per 100,000, 34% above the national average.

Education

22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Seymour enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Seymour has a population of 2,607 with a density of 893 people per square mile. The median age is 50.6 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.3%).

Population

2,607
Total Population
893
People / sq mi
50.6yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Seymour vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.2%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.8%
34% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Seymour vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Seymour is $38,984, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Seymour vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,984
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,347
Avg Weekly Wage$1,008
IRS Avg AGI$74,442

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.5%
57% above US avg
Establishments (County)185
County GDP$235M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare10
Retail13
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,250
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.2 min
Work from Home0.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Seymour is $90,000, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $822 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $123,432.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,000
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$123,432

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$822
29% 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-Occupied63.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,250
7% below US avg
Effective Rate3.61%
In Seymour, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.5% report depression. 28.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure34.0%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.8%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity28.5%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.8%
Checkup Rate72.0%
Premature Death15,002/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access88.2%
Healthcare Facilities10
Seymour has a violent crime rate of 342 per 100,000 residents, 10% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,622 per 100,000 (34% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent342.0/100K
10% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape76.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault266.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,621.6/100K
34% above US avg
Burglary759.9/100K
Theft1,785.7/100K
Vehicle Theft76.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Seymour has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.0 inches
24% below US avg
Snowfall1.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,290 ft (393 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.6 km²)
Population Density893/sq mi
Coordinates33.5952°N, 99.2585°W
County FIPS48023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 77.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 88.1%
D 11%

Winner: Republican by 77.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.1%
34% below US avg
High School+79.0%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density893/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants11
Retail Stores13

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.2 min
Work from Home0.6%

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