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Texline, TX

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Texline is a small town in Texas with a population of 527. Residents earn $75,588 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
527 Population 517/sq mi density
$75,588 Median Income $31,131 per capita
$87,200 Home Value
$788 Median Rent 21.4% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$75,588 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$87,200 home value, $788/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,588
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $87,200
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.3%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $788
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population527
Median Age33.2 yrs
Density517/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans11.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$75,588
Per Capita$31,131
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$178M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$87,200
Rent$788
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units257
Rent Burden21.4%

Health

Obesity35.8%
Uninsured20.4%
Smoking13.0%
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain16.1 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation4,682 ft (1,427 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.3%
High School+81.4%
Graduate+2.3%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute26 min
Broadband88.7%
Libraries1

Is Texline a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Texline receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Texline offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Texline is $75,588, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Texline is $87,200, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $788 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Texline experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.1 inches, including 22.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Texline has a population of 527 with a density of 517 people per square mile. The median age is 33.2 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.7%), with 8.9% Hispanic, 1.7% Black.

Population

527
Total Population
517
People / sq mi
33.2yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Texline vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.8%
5% above US avg
Spanish17.2%
28% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Texline vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Texline is $75,588, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Texline vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,588
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,131
Avg Weekly Wage$893
IRS Avg AGI$44,577

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)182
County GDP$178M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare6
Retail19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,300
63% below US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Drive Alone79.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Texline is $87,200, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $788 (32% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$87,200
69% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$788
32% below US avg
Rent Burden21.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.6%
Housing Units257
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,300
63% below US avg
Effective Rate1.49%
In Texline, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.4% of residents lack health insurance. 13.0% are current smokers. 22.5% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.8%
12% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.8%
Cancer6.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.0%
7% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity28.0%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress13.4%
Short Sleep37.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.7%
Uninsured20.4%
137% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.3%
Dental Visits54.6%
Premature Death12,002/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access69.9%
Healthcare Facilities6
Texline has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.1 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.3°F
1% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.1 inches
58% below US avg
Snowfall22.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,682 ft (1,427 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density517/sq mi
Coordinates36.3765°N, 103.0189°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS35059
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.2-point margin. 88.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.9%
D 22.7%

Winner: Republican by 52.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.3%
52% below US avg
High School+81.4%
Graduate Degree+2.3%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density517/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.7%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities6
Restaurants10
Retail Stores19

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Drive Alone79.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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