Tatum, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
1,528 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$70,708 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$200,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$552 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$701 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Rusk County
4
Longview Metro Area
4
Texas
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Rusk County
5
Longview Metro Area
5
Texas
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 46
Feb 4 0 50
Mar 4 0 57
Apr 4 0 65
May 5 0 73
Jun 5 0 79
Jul 3 0 83
Aug 3 0 83
Sep 3 0 76
Oct 5 0 66
Nov 5 0 56
Dec 5 0 48

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 24% of residents leaning left and 74% leaning right.

Liberal (24%) (75%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 82%
Hillary Clinton 17%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, TX State Senate District 1, TX State House District 11, TX
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Schools

Tatum Middle
<1 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Tatum Hs
<1 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Tatum Pri
<1 miles, N
Tatum El
1 miles, NW • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Panola College
15 miles, S • 1.4 star
LeTourneau University
16 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Wiley College
17 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

East Texas Medical Center-Carthage
14 miles, S • 2.3 star
Longview Regional Medical Center
19 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Airports

East Texas Regional Airport
12 miles, NW • 1 star
Shreveport Regional Airport
41 miles, E • 1.4 star
Tyler Pounds Regional Airport
52 miles, NW • 1 star
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