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Toyah, TX

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Toyah is a small town in Texas with a population of 34.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
34 Population 21/sq mi density
$51,400 Home Value
65°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $51,400
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.6%
66% higher than US avg

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

People

Population34
Median Age72.2 yrs
Density21/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 35%
Veterans34.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$19,588
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty20.6%
County GDP$14,272M
Commute12 min

Housing

Home Value$51,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units28
Rent Burden26.2%

Health

Obesity41.1%
Uninsured36.1%
Smoking19.2%
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain10.1 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation2,917 ft (889 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+67.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute12 min
Broadband16.0%
Libraries1

Is Toyah a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Toyah receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Toyah offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 20.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Toyah is $51,400, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 67.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Toyah enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 10.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Toyah has a population of 34 with a density of 21 people per square mile. The median age is 72.2 years, 86% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (35.3%).

Population

34
Total Population
21
People / sq mi
72.2yrs
Median Age
86% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.1%
Female 55.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Toyah vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish100.0%
646% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Toyah vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Toyah is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Toyah vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$19,588
Avg Weekly Wage$1,547
IRS Avg AGI$77,395

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.6%
66% above US avg
Establishments (County)500
County GDP$14,272M

Business (County)

Restaurants66
Healthcare20
Retail40
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,017
15% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Toyah is $51,400, 82% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$51,400
82% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units28
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,017
15% above US avg
Effective Rate7.82%
In Toyah, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 36.1% of residents lack health insurance. 19.2% are current smokers. 21.3% report depression. 41.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes16.9%
Heart Disease7.8%
High Blood Pressure36.6%
Asthma9.1%
COPD8.0%
Cancer5.2%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.2%
37% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity41.4%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress18.2%
Short Sleep40.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.7%
Uninsured36.1%
320% above US avg
Checkup Rate69.2%
Dental Visits41.2%
Premature Death10,008/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access81.4%
Healthcare Facilities20
Toyah has an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.1 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.4°F
21% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall10.1 inches
73% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,917 ft (889 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density21/sq mi
Coordinates31.3125°N, 103.7946°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48389
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.9-point margin. 16.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68%
D 31.1%

Winner: Republican by 36.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+67.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density21/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants66
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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