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South Mountain, TX

Texas · Coryell County · Metropolitan Area

South Mountain is a small town in Texas with a population of 295. Residents earn $60,938 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
295 Population 183/sq mi density
$60,938 Median Income $33,435 per capita
$170,800 Home Value $253,605 Zillow
$988 Median Rent 14.4% income on rent
67°F Avg Temperature 303 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$60,938 median income, 5.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$170,800 home value, $988/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,938
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $170,800
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.3%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $988
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.4%
50% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.5%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population295
Median Age57.3 yrs
Density183/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans14.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$60,938
Per Capita$33,435
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty5.5%
County GDP$2,244M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$170,800
Rent$988
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$253,605
Housing Units179
Rent Burden14.4%

Health

Obesity35.3%
Uninsured14.2%
Smoking14.1%
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain37.0 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation1,036 ft (316 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.3%
High School+89.8%
Graduate+3.8%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute30 min
Broadband85.9%
Libraries2

Is South Mountain a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, South Mountain receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate. South Mountain offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in South Mountain is $60,938, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in South Mountain is $170,800, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $988 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

South Mountain enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

South Mountain has a population of 295 with a density of 183 people per square mile, spread across 1.6 square miles. The median age is 57.3 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.9% female and 48.1% male. The city is predominantly White (94.9%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 84.2% of residents, while 15.8% speak Spanish. 14.6% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 26.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

295
Total Population
183
People / sq mi
57.3yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

South Mountain vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.2%
7% above US avg
Spanish15.8%
18% above US avg

Social Characteristics

South Mountain vs U.S. Average

The median household income in South Mountain is $60,938, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,435 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,026, 28% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,025 business establishments, including 96 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes. 1.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: South Mountain vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,938
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,435
Avg Weekly Wage$1,026
IRS Avg AGI$57,516

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
50% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.5%
56% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,025
County GDP$2,244M

Business (County)

Restaurants96
Healthcare64
Retail131
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,507
57% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.5 min
Drive Alone85.8%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home1.8%

Walkability

The median home value in South Mountain is $170,800, 39% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $253,605, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $988 (15% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 179 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1980. The average annual property tax is $5,507 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 14.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$170,800
39% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$253,605

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$988
15% below US avg
Rent Burden14.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.3%
Housing Units179
Median Year Built1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,507
57% above US avg
Effective Rate3.22%
In South Mountain, 35.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.8% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.3% of residents. 29.9% have high blood pressure. 14.1% are current smokers. 19.2% report binge drinking. 25.4% are physically inactive. 25.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.2% experience frequent mental distress. 14.2% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:5,615. The dentist ratio is 1:3,038. 47.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 5.2 out of 10.

Health Metrics: South Mountain vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.3%
10% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.0%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.1%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep39.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%
Uninsured14.2%
65% above US avg
Primary Care1:5,615
Dentists1:3,038
Mental Health1:1,347
Checkup Rate73.1%
Dental Visits54.4%
Premature Death8,665/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.2/10
Exercise Access47.6%
Healthcare Facilities64
South Mountain enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 303 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 1,036 feet.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average66.5°F
23% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.0 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,036 ft (316 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density183/sq mi
Coordinates31.4398°N, 97.6793°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyCoryell County County
County FIPS48099
South Mountain is located in Coryell County. It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 15.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. 3.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 69.8% of the vote, a 40.7-point margin. 85.9% of households have broadband internet access. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 64 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 85.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.8%
D 29.1%

Winner: Republican by 40.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.3%
55% below US avg
High School+89.8%
Graduate Degree+3.8%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density183/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi
CountyCoryell County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.9%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities64
Restaurants96
Retail Stores131

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.5 min
Drive Alone85.8%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home1.8%

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