Median Income $39,583

47% lower than US avg

Home Value $55,900

80% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 15.5%

54% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.2%

13% higher than US avg

Unemployment 4.4%

22% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 2.5%

80% lower than US avg

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

People

Population499

Median Age52.6 yrs

Density301/mi²

Male / Female54% / 46%

Largest GroupWhite 97%

Veterans9.3%

Economy

Median Income$39,583

Per Capita$31,934

Unemployment4.4%

Poverty2.5%

County GDP$206M

Commute15 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$55,900

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$110,270

Housing Units396

Rent Burden23.1%

Health

Obesity36.2%

Uninsured14.0%

Smoking16.0%

Depression26.2%

Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain29.5 in/yr

Sunny Days328/yr

Elevation1,361 ft (415 m)

Education

Bachelor's+15.5%

High School+88.8%

Graduate+2.4%

School Score4.99

Community

2024 VoteR 91% / D 8%

Commute15 min

Broadband76.0%

Libraries1

Is Throckmorton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Throckmorton receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Throckmorton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Throckmorton is $39,583, 47% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.5% 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 Throckmorton is $55,900, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5/10.

Climate & Weather

Throckmorton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 328 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Throckmorton has a population of 499 with a density of 301 people per square mile. The median age is 52.6 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97%).

Population

499

Total Population

301

People / sq mi

52.6yrs

Median Age

35% above US avg

1.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.9%

Female 46.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Throckmorton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	90.4%
	15% above US avg
Spanish	9.6%
	28% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Throckmorton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Throckmorton is $39,583, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Throckmorton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$39,583
	47% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$31,934
Avg Weekly Wage	$832
IRS Avg AGI	$63,226

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.4%
	22% above US avg
Poverty Rate	2.5%
	80% below US avg
Establishments (County)	67
County GDP	$206M

Business (County)

Restaurants	5
Retail	10

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	15.2 min
Drive Alone	86.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Throckmorton is $55,900, 80% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $110,270.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$55,900
	80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$110,270

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	23.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$767
1 Bedroom	$788
2 Bedrooms	$986
3 Bedrooms	$1,182
4 Bedrooms	$1,451

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	65.4%
Housing Units	396
Median Year Built	1957

Property Tax

In Throckmorton, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.0% of residents lack health insurance. 16.0% are current smokers. 26.2% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.2%
	13% above US avg
Diabetes	10.7%
Heart Disease	5.8%
High Blood Pressure	32.8%
Asthma	10.5%
COPD	7.2%
Cancer	7.1%
Stroke	3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.0%
	14% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.2%
Physical Inactivity	26.7%
Depression	26.2%
Mental Distress	19.7%
Physical Distress	13.9%
Short Sleep	39.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	61.1%
Uninsured	14.0%
	63% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,495
Mental Health	1:1,526
Checkup Rate	72.4%
Dental Visits	51.1%
Premature Death	7,154/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	4.4/10
Exercise Access	56.5%

Throckmorton has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.5 inches. The area enjoys 328 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	63.9°F
	18% above US avg
January Average	43°F (6°C)
July Average	84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	328 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	29.5 inches
	22% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,361 ft (415 m)
Area	1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²)
Population Density	301/sq mi
Coordinates	33.1821°N, 99.1798°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	48447

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 83.3-point margin. 76.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 91.4%

D 8.1%

Winner: Republican by 83.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	15.5%
	54% below US avg
High School+	88.8%
Graduate Degree+	2.4%
School Test Score	4.99

C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	301/sq mi
Total Area	1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	76.0%
Public Libraries	1
Restaurants	5
Retail Stores	10

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	15.2 min
Drive Alone	86.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.8%

Throckmorton, TX

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Throckmorton a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Throckmorton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Throckmorton vs U.S. Average

Income: Throckmorton 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: Throckmorton 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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