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Talco, TX

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Talco is a small town in Texas with a population of 380. Residents earn $14,402 per year, which is 81% below the national average.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
380 Population 494/sq mi density
$14,402 Median Income $14,958 per capita
$78,200 Home Value
$473 Median Rent 42.5% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$14,402 median income, 3.4% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$78,200 home value, $473/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $14,402
81% lower than US avg
Home Value $78,200
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.6%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $473
59% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 59.3%
378% higher than US avg

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

People

Population380
Median Age34.1 yrs
Density494/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 53%
Veterans0.8%

Economy

C
Median Income$14,402
Per Capita$14,958
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty59.3%
County GDP$658M
Commute29 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$78,200
Rent$473
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units289
Rent Burden42.5%

Health

Obesity40.6%
Uninsured23.8%
Smoking20.4%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain48.2 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation361 ft (110 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.6%
High School+72.1%
Graduate+3.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute29 min
Broadband76.1%
Libraries2

Is Talco a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Talco receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. 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. Talco has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Talco is $14,402, 81% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 59.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Talco is $78,200, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $473 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

4.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Talco enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Talco has a population of 380 with a density of 494 people per square mile. The median age is 34.1 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (52.9%), with 1.8% Hispanic, 15.8% Black.

Population

380
Total Population
494
People / sq mi
34.1yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.7%
Female 46.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Talco vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.7%
8% above US avg
Spanish15.3%
14% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Talco vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Talco is $14,402, which is 81% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 59.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Talco vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$14,402
81% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,958
Avg Weekly Wage$1,023
IRS Avg AGI$67,632

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate59.3%
378% above US avg
Establishments (County)488
County GDP$658M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare16
Retail24
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,928
69% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.2 min
Drive Alone88.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Talco is $78,200, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $473 (59% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$78,200
72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$473
59% below US avg
Rent Burden42.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.9%
Housing Units289
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,928
69% above US avg
Effective Rate7.58%
In Talco, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% of residents lack health insurance. 20.4% are current smokers. 24.6% report depression. 36.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes15.1%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure37.8%
Asthma11.3%
COPD9.3%
Cancer6.0%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.4%
46% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity36.2%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress17.3%
Short Sleep43.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.8%
Uninsured23.8%
177% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,488
Dentists1:2,654
Mental Health1:2,684
Checkup Rate72.5%
Dental Visits44.7%
Premature Death11,460/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access12.2%
Healthcare Facilities16
Talco has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.2 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average64.6°F
20% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.2 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall1.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation361 ft (110 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density494/sq mi
Coordinates33.3629°N, 95.1023°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48159
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 4.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.9-point margin. 76.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.2%
D 15.3%

Winner: Republican by 68.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.6%
86% below US avg
High School+72.1%
Graduate Degree+3.0%
School Test Score5.10
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density494/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.1%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants17
Retail Stores24

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.2 min
Drive Alone88.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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