Median Income $66,435

12% lower than US avg

Home Value $100,800

64% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 27.8%

18% lower than US avg

Median Rent $779

33% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.0%

12% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 18.7%

51% higher than US avg

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

People

Population538

Median Age32.7 yrs

Density828/mi²

Male / Female51% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 88%

Veterans16.1%

Economy

B+

Median Income$66,435

Per Capita$30,294

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty18.7%

County GDP$206M

Commute13 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$100,800

Rent$779

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units200

Rent Burden18.2%

Health

Obesity36.0%

Uninsured12.7%

Smoking16.2%

Depression26.9%

Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain29.5 in/yr

Sunny Days328/yr

Elevation1,232 ft (376 m)

Education

Bachelor's+27.8%

High School+98.7%

Graduate+7.8%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 91% / D 8%

Commute13 min

Broadband92.5%

Libraries1

Is Woodson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woodson receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Woodson stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woodson is $66,435, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 18.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodson is $100,800, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $779 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Woodson 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.

Woodson has a population of 538 with a density of 828 people per square mile. The median age is 32.7 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.7%).

Population

538

Total Population

828

People / sq mi

32.7yrs

Median Age

16% below US avg

0.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%

Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	98.1%
	25% above US avg
Spanish	1.9%
	86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Woodson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodson is $66,435, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Woodson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$66,435
	12% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$30,294
Avg Weekly Wage	$832
IRS Avg AGI	$63,226

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	18.7%
	51% above 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	13.4 min
Drive Alone	91.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodson is $100,800, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $779 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$100,800
	64% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$779
	33% below US avg
Rent Burden	18.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	62.3%
Housing Units	200
Median Year Built	1961

Property Tax

In Woodson, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.7% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 26.9% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.0%
	12% above US avg
Diabetes	10.5%
Heart Disease	5.8%
High Blood Pressure	32.8%
Asthma	10.7%
COPD	7.3%
Cancer	7.3%
Stroke	3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.2%
	16% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.2%
Physical Inactivity	26.2%
Depression	26.9%
Mental Distress	20.1%
Physical Distress	13.9%
Short Sleep	38.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	87.2%
Uninsured	12.7%
	48% above US avg
Checkup Rate	72.6%
Dental Visits	51.0%
Premature Death	7,154/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	4.4/10
Exercise Access	56.5%

Woodson 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	1,232 ft (376 m)
Area	0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density	828/sq mi
Coordinates	33.0149°N, 99.0534°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	48447

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 27.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 83.3-point margin. 92.5% 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+	27.8%
	18% below US avg
High School+	98.7%
Graduate Degree+	7.8%
School Test Score	5.10

B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	828/sq mi
Total Area	0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	92.5%
Public Libraries	1
Restaurants	5
Retail Stores	10

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	13.4 min
Drive Alone	91.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Woodson, TX

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Woodson a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Woodson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Woodson vs U.S. Average

Income: Woodson 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: Woodson 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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