Shamrock, TX

Texas

Shamrock is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,966. Residents earn $61,528 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,966 Population 959/sq mi density
$61,528 Median Income $28,592 per capita
$83,400 Home Value $71,929 Zillow
$1,062 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
97 Violent Crime/100K 1,020 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$61,528 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$83,400 home value, $1,062/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
97 violent crimes/100K (74% below avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,528
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $83,400
70% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 97/100K
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.7%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,062
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.9%
85% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,966
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density959/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 75%

Economy

B
Median Income$61,528
Per Capita$28,592
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty22.9%
County GDP$394M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$83,400
Rent$1,062
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$71,929

Crime

F
Violent97/100K
Property1,020/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary340/100K

Health

Obesity36.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain25.3 in/yr
Elevation2,332 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.7%
High School+87.1%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 92% / D 7%
Commute24 min
EV Stations2
Libraries2

Is Shamrock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shamrock receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Shamrock offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Shamrock is $61,528, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. The poverty rate of 22.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Shamrock is $83,400, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,062 per month. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Shamrock is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 97 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,020 per 100,000, 48% below the national average.

Education

19.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Shamrock enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.3 inches, including 9.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Shamrock has a population of 1,966 with a density of 959 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.6%), with 9.1% Hispanic, 2.7% Black.

Population

1,966
Total Population
959
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Shamrock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.8%
2% above US avg
Spanish20.2%
51% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Shamrock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shamrock is $61,528, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Shamrock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,528
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,592
Avg Weekly Wage$873
IRS Avg AGI$60,432

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate22.9%
85% above US avg
Establishments (County)200
County GDP$394M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare6
Retail30
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,560
87% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Shamrock is $83,400, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,062 (9% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $71,929.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$83,400
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$71,929

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,062
9% 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-Occupied80.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,560
87% above US avg
Effective Rate7.87%
In Shamrock, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.3% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure33.5%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.1%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity28.0%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate70.1%
Checkup Rate72.5%
Premature Death13,275/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access39.9%
Healthcare Facilities6
Shamrock has a violent crime rate of 97 per 100,000 residents, 74% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,020 per 100,000 (48% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent97.1/100K
74% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery97.1/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,019.9/100K
48% below US avg
Burglary340.0/100K
Theft534.2/100K
Vehicle Theft145.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Shamrock has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average58.7°F
9% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.3 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall9.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,332 ft (711 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density959/sq mi
Coordinates35.2154°N, 100.2461°W
County FIPS48483
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 19.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 84.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 92.1%
D 7.4%

Winner: Republican by 84.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.7%
42% below US avg
High School+87.1%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density959/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities6
Restaurants21
Retail Stores30

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Work from Home2.5%

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