Median Income
$34,583
54% lower than US avg
Home Value
$101,600
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
1.9%
94% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment
11.9%
231% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Tatum Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population97
Median Age38.9 yrs
Density107/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 63%
Veterans58.0%
Economy
C+
Median Income$34,583
Per Capita$14,159
Unemployment11.9%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$965M
Commute15 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$101,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease7.5%
Climate
Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Elevation198 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+1.9%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.51
Community
2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute15 min
Broadband33.0%
Libraries2
Is Tatum a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Tatum receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Tatum has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Tatum is $34,583, 54% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.9%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Tatum is $101,600, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
1.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Tatum enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Tatum has a population of 97 with a density of 107 people per square mile. The median age is 38.9 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (62.9%), with 37.1% Hispanic.
Population
38.9yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Tatum is $34,583, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $34,583 |
| 54% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $14,159 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,036 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $41,399 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 11.9% |
| 231% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 334 |
| County GDP | $965M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 30 |
| Healthcare | 40 |
| Retail | 85 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,280 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.24% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 15.0 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Tatum is $101,600, 64% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $101,600 |
| 64% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,280 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.24% |
In Tatum, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 38.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Tatum vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.5% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 16.4% |
| Heart Disease | 7.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.2% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 11.5% |
| Stroke | 4.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 38.5% |
| Depression | 24.3% |
| Mental Distress | 22.2% |
| Physical Distress | 19.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.3% |
| Premature Death | 17,178/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 39.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 40 |
Crime Rates: Tatum vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
Safety Score
Tatum has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 63.4°F |
| 17% above US avg |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 41.7 inches |
| 10% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 198 ft (60 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 107/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.6438°N, 79.5867°W |
| County FIPS | 45069 |