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Washburn, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Washburn is a small town in Texas with a population of 306. Residents earn $62,308 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
306 Population 319/sq mi density
$62,308 Median Income $31,390 per capita
$134,600 Home Value
57°F Avg Temperature 318 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$62,308 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$134,600 home value
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,308
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $134,600
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.7%
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.0%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.1%
43% lower than US avg

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

People

Population306
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density319/mi²
Male / Female27% / 74%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans12.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$62,308
Per Capita$31,390
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$1,440M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$134,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units90
Rent Burden20.6%

Health

Obesity33.0%
Uninsured10.3%
Smoking14.0%
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation3,525 ft (1,074 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.7%
High School+98.5%
Graduate+15.1%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 90% / D 9%
Commute13 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries4

Is Washburn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Washburn receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Washburn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Washburn is $62,308, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Washburn is $134,600, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.7% 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

Washburn enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Washburn has a population of 306 with a density of 319 people per square mile. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.2%).

Population

306
Total Population
319
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 26.5%
Female 73.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Washburn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Washburn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Washburn is $62,308, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Washburn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,308
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,390
Avg Weekly Wage$1,903
IRS Avg AGI$81,790

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.1%
43% below US avg
Establishments (County)190
County GDP$1,440M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare4
Retail25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,971
42% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.0 min
Drive Alone55.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home24.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Washburn is $134,600, 52% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$134,600
52% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied87.5%
Housing Units90
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,971
42% above US avg
Effective Rate3.69%
In Washburn, 33.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.3% of residents lack health insurance. 14.0% are current smokers. 25.2% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.0%
3% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.0%
0% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep37.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.0%
Uninsured10.3%
20% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.7%
Dental Visits55.5%
Premature Death12,962/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access60.5%
Healthcare Facilities4
Washburn has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area enjoys 318 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.9°F
5% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,525 ft (1,074 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density319/sq mi
Coordinates35.1692°N, 101.5700°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48065
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 81.2-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 90.4%
D 9.1%

Winner: Republican by 81.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.7%
50% below US avg
High School+98.5%
Graduate Degree+15.1%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density319/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants10
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.0 min
Drive Alone55.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home24.4%

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