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Strawn, TX

Texas · Palo Pinto County

Strawn is a small town in Texas with a population of 618. Residents earn $48,036 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
618 Population 792/sq mi density
$48,036 Median Income $19,898 per capita
$72,500 Home Value $164,920 Zillow
$602 Median Rent 23.3% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 323 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$48,036 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$72,500 home value, $602/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,036
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $72,500
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.4%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $602
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.7%
91% higher than US avg

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

People

Population618
Median Age51.2 yrs
Density792/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Veterans11.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$48,036
Per Capita$19,898
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty23.7%
County GDP$1,287M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$72,500
Rent$602
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$164,920
Housing Units316
Rent Burden23.3%

Health

Obesity38.4%
Uninsured19.0%
Smoking14.3%
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation1,003 ft (306 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.4%
High School+79.1%
Graduate+1.6%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute26 min
Broadband74.9%
Libraries1

Is Strawn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Strawn receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. Strawn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Strawn is $48,036, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. The poverty rate of 23.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Strawn is $72,500, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $602 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Strawn enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Strawn has a population of 618 with a density of 792 people per square mile. The median age is 51.2 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.5%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

618
Total Population
792
People / sq mi
51.2yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Strawn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only75.1%
4% below US avg
Spanish24.9%
86% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Strawn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Strawn is $48,036, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Strawn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,036
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,898
Avg Weekly Wage$945
IRS Avg AGI$71,950

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.7%
91% above US avg
Establishments (County)731
County GDP$1,287M

Business (County)

Restaurants72
Healthcare46
Retail96
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,808
152% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate12.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.5 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Strawn is $72,500, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $602 (48% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $164,920.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$72,500
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$164,920
Median List Price$165,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$165,000
$/Sq Ft$262
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio87.1%
Price Drops28.6%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$602
48% below US avg
Rent Burden23.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.1%
Housing Units316
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,808
152% above US avg
Effective Rate12.15%
In Strawn, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.0% of residents lack health insurance. 14.3% are current smokers. 23.5% report depression. 27.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma9.9%
COPD6.2%
Cancer6.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.3%
2% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity27.8%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep38.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.0%
Uninsured19.0%
121% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,049
Dentists1:2,924
Mental Health1:3,718
Checkup Rate71.3%
Dental Visits56.3%
Premature Death11,397/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.0/10
Exercise Access56.5%
Healthcare Facilities46
Strawn has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area enjoys 323 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average65.2°F
21% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,003 ft (306 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density792/sq mi
Coordinates32.5507°N, 98.4981°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyPalo Pinto County County
County FIPS48363
Strawn is located in Palo Pinto County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 4.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67.1-point margin. 74.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.2%
D 16.1%

Winner: Republican by 67.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.4%
87% below US avg
High School+79.1%
Graduate Degree+1.6%
School Test Score5.10
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density792/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi
CountyPalo Pinto County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.9%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities46
Restaurants72
Retail Stores96

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.5 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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