Median Income $41,625

45% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Median Rent $371

68% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 33.0%

3% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population27

Median Age41.3 yrs

Density169/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 93%

Veterans27.0%

Economy

B+

Median Income$41,625

Per Capita$41,567

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$3,585M

Commute31 min

Housing

A+

Home ValueN/A

Rent$371

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units38

Rent Burden11.3%

Health

Obesity33.0%

Uninsured12.9%

Smoking11.3%

Depression22.8%

Heart Disease4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain49.4 in/yr

Sunny Days308/yr

Elevation558 ft (170 m)

Education

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+86.4%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%

Commute31 min

Broadband23.0%

Libraries1

Is Sun Valley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sun Valley receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Sun Valley stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sun Valley is $41,625, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $371 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Sun Valley enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Sun Valley has a population of 27 with a density of 169 people per square mile. The median age is 41.3 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.6%).

Population

Total Population

169

People / sq mi

41.3yrs

Median Age

6% above US avg

0.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%

Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Sun Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	84.0%
	7% above US avg
Spanish	16.0%
	19% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Sun Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sun Valley is $41,625, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Sun Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$41,625
	45% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$41,567
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,009
IRS Avg AGI	$64,704

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,354
County GDP	$3,585M

Business (County)

Restaurants	114
Healthcare	183
Retail	212
Manufacturing	62

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,710
	35% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	31.1 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $371 (68% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$371
	68% below US avg
Rent Burden	11.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	43.5%
Housing Units	38
Median Year Built	1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,710
	35% above US avg

In Sun Valley, 33.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.9% of residents lack health insurance. 11.3% are current smokers. 22.8% report depression. 19.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Sun Valley vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	33.0%
	3% above US avg
Diabetes	8.4%
Heart Disease	4.1%
High Blood Pressure	27.1%
Asthma	9.3%
COPD	4.5%
Cancer	5.9%
Stroke	2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	11.3%
	19% below US avg
Binge Drinking	20.8%
Physical Inactivity	19.9%
Depression	22.8%
Mental Distress	16.8%
Physical Distress	10.8%
Short Sleep	33.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	56.0%
Uninsured	12.9%
	50% above US avg
Primary Care	1:2,277
Dentists	1:2,019
Mental Health	1:799
Checkup Rate	67.9%
Dental Visits	63.6%
Premature Death	12,236/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.0/10
Exercise Access	62.3%
Healthcare Facilities	183

Sun Valley has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.4 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	63.0°F
	17% above US avg
January Average	43°F (6°C)
July Average	82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	49.4 inches
	30% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	558 ft (170 m)
Area	0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density	169/sq mi
Coordinates	33.6706°N, 95.4287°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Lamar County County
County FIPS	48277

Sun Valley is located in Lamar County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.1-point margin. 23.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.3%

D 19.2%

Winner: Republican by 61.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	86.4%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.10

A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5	Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density	169/sq mi
Total Area	0.2 sq mi
County	Lamar County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	23.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	183
Restaurants	114
Retail Stores	212

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	12
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	31.1 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Sun Valley, TX

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Sun Valley a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Sun Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Sun Valley vs U.S. Average

Income: Sun Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Sun Valley vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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