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Valentine, TX

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Valentine is a small town in Texas with a population of 107. Residents earn $30,833 per year, which is 59% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
107 Population 218/sq mi density
$30,833 Median Income $23,547 per capita
$83,300 Home Value
62°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$30,833 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$83,300 home value
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $30,833
59% lower than US avg
Home Value $83,300
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.7%
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.4%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population107
Median Age70.4 yrs
Density218/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 17%
Veterans9.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$30,833
Per Capita$23,547
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.4%
County GDP$105M
Commute2 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$83,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units96
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity38.7%
Uninsured27.1%
Smoking12.1%
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain12.1 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation4,435 ft (1,352 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.7%
High School+72.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute2 min
Broadband62.0%
Libraries1

Is Valentine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Valentine receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Valentine offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Valentine is $30,833, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 2 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Valentine is $83,300, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Valentine enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 12.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Valentine has a population of 107 with a density of 218 people per square mile. The median age is 70.4 years, 81% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (16.8%).

Population

107
Total Population
218
People / sq mi
70.4yrs
Median Age
81% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.1%
Female 57.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Valentine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only17.3%
78% below US avg
Spanish82.7%
517% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Valentine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Valentine is $30,833, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 2 minutes.

Income: Valentine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,833
59% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,547
Avg Weekly Wage$822
IRS Avg AGI$90,193

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.4%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)88
County GDP$105M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Retail11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,200
77% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time2.0 min
Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Valentine is $83,300, 70% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$83,300
70% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden51.0%

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 Units96
Median Year Built1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,200
77% above US avg
Effective Rate7.44%
In Valentine, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.1% of residents lack health insurance. 12.1% are current smokers. 21.0% report depression. 31.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes13.7%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma9.1%
COPD5.1%
Cancer4.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.1%
14% below US avg
Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity31.5%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress14.2%
Short Sleep36.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.1%
Uninsured27.1%
215% above US avg
Checkup Rate69.1%
Dental Visits50.0%
Premature Death8,208/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access51.3%
Valentine has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 12.1 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average62.0°F
15% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall12.1 inches
68% below US avg
Snowfall1.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,435 ft (1,352 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density218/sq mi
Coordinates30.5886°N, 104.4953°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48243
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.3-point margin. 62.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.8%
D 38.5%

Winner: Republican by 21.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.7%
45% below US avg
High School+72.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density218/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access62.0%
Public Libraries1
Restaurants15
Retail Stores11

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute2.0 min
Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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