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Thompsons, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Thompsons is a small town in Texas with a population of 252. Residents earn $57,500 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
252 Population 51/sq mi density
$57,500 Median Income $26,433 per capita
$244,000 Home Value
$1,153 Median Rent 20.6% income on rent
70°F Avg Temperature 314 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$57,500 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$244,000 home value, $1,153/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,500
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $244,000
13% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.0%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,153
1% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.0%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.4%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population252
Median Age53.4 yrs
Density51/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 15%
Veterans3.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$57,500
Per Capita$26,433
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty4.4%
County GDP$49,615M
Commute30 min

Housing

A
Home Value$244,000
Rent$1,153
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units127
Rent Burden20.6%

Health

Obesity32.0%
Uninsured9.4%
Smoking8.9%
Depression19.1%
Heart Disease4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain50.2 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Elevation72 ft (22 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.0%
High School+98.5%
Graduate+1.4%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%
Commute30 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries15

Is Thompsons a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Thompsons receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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 below-average incomes. Thompsons offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Thompsons is $57,500, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Thompsons is $244,000, 13% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,153 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Thompsons enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 314 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Thompsons has a population of 252 with a density of 51 people per square mile. The median age is 53.4 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (84.9%), with 14.7% White.

Population

252
Total Population
51
People / sq mi
53.4yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
4.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Thompsons vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Thompsons vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Thompsons is $57,500, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Thompsons vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,500
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,433
Avg Weekly Wage$1,203
IRS Avg AGI$110,221

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.4%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)18,369
County GDP$49,615M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,517
Healthcare2,621
Retail2,331
Manufacturing411

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,359
196% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.3 min
Drive Alone90.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Thompsons is $244,000, 13% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,153 (1% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$244,000
13% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,153
1% below US avg
Rent Burden20.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.0%
Housing Units127
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,359
196% above US avg
Effective Rate4.25%
In Thompsons, 32.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 9.4% of residents lack health insurance. 8.9% are current smokers. 19.1% report depression. 21.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.0%
0% below US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease4.1%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma9.9%
COPD3.9%
Cancer5.8%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.9%
36% below US avg
Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity21.0%
Depression19.1%
Mental Distress15.1%
Physical Distress9.7%
Short Sleep37.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Uninsured9.4%
9% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,181
Dentists1:1,720
Mental Health1:841
Checkup Rate76.2%
Dental Visits65.1%
Premature Death5,310/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access89.5%
Healthcare Facilities2,621
Thompsons has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.2 inches. The area enjoys 314 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average69.5°F
29% above US avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.2 inches
32% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Area4.9 sq mi (12.8 km²)
Population Density51/sq mi
Coordinates29.4818°N, 95.6369°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48157
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 1.6-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.9%
D 49.5%

Winner: Democrat by 1.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.0%
76% below US avg
High School+98.5%
Graduate Degree+1.4%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density51/sq mi
Total Area4.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities2,621
Restaurants1,517
Retail Stores2,331

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.3 min
Drive Alone90.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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