Rosser, TX — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Kaufman County · Texas
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Rosser based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
388
2023 ACS
Median Income
$91,875
2023
Median Home Value
$268,500
2023
Median Rent
$595
2023
Median Age
40.2
Unemployment
6.7%
Cost of Living Index
114.0
100 = national avg
Rosser is a city in Kaufman County, Texas, with a population of 388 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Rosser is one of the communities in Texas.
The median household income in Rosser is $91,875, and the median home value is $268,500. The cost of living index is 114.0 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $595 per month. The unemployment rate is 6.7%, and the median age is 40.2 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
388
Male
211
54.4%
Female
177
45.6%
Median Age
40.2
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
4.9%
High School or Higher
25.3%
Foreign Born
4.1%
Veterans
2.6%
Married
45.4%
Avg Household Size
3.7
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.647
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
34.0%
Foreign Born
4.1%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
18.6%
72 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
81.4%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
386
English Only
89.6%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
40 speakers
Limited English
1.8%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
98.2%
Limited English Proficiency
1.8%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
10
2.6% of population
Disability Rate
40.0%
4 with disability
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
9
90.0%
Female Veterans
1
10.0%
Disability Status
With Disability
4
Without Disability
6
Disability Rate
40.0%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
59
#1 Ancestry
English
6.2% (24)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
4.4% (17)
#3 Ancestry
European
2.1% (8)
Top 5 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
106
Family Households
67
63.2%
Married Couples
47
44.3%
Non-Family Households
39
36.8%
Single Mother Households
20
18.9%
Single Father Households
0
0.0%
Living Alone
39
36.8%
Children Under 18
Total Children
24
In Married Couple
24
100.0%
With Single Mother
0
0.0%
With Single Father
0
0.0%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$147,188
Married Couple Income
$99,750
Single Mother Income
$193,529
Avg Family Size
3.7
Avg Non-Family Size
2.9
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
7
Grandparents Responsible
0
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$91,875
+25% vs national
Per Capita Income
$33,374
-10% vs national
Poverty Rate
3.1%
-77% vs national
Gini Index
0.3993
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
6.7%
+30% vs national
SNAP Recipients
23.6%
of households
How Rosser Compares
Rosser vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Rosser is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Rosser, TX has a median household income of $91,875, making it the 6,157th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Rosser has a higher median household income than 78% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Rosser, TX has a per capita income of $33,374, making it the 13,759th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Rosser has a higher per capita income than 51% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Rosser, TX has a poverty rate of 3.1%, making it the 26,385th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Rosser has a higher poverty rate than 16% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Rosser, TX has a unemployment rate of 6.7%, making it the 7,758th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Rosser has a higher unemployment rate than 75% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Rosser. The median household income here is $91,875.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
6.7%
+32% vs TX avg
Labor Force
193
Employed
180
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
4.9%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
25.3%
of adults 25+
Median Age
40.2
Work from Home
1.1%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Software Developers
Top Median Wage
$131.5K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
114.0
100 = national avg
+14.0 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$50,156
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$118,550
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,648
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,931
per month
The median household income in Rosser, TX is $91,875, which is 25.5% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $33,374. The poverty rate of 3.1% is lower than the TX state average of 14.9%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.3993, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 6.7%, compared to the state average of 5.1%. The labor force is 193. 4.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 88.3% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 114.0, which is 14.0% above the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 89.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $50,156 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$80,000
Median List Price
N/A
Price Per Sq Ft
$51
Days on Market
144
Active Inventory
N/A
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
0.0%
Sale-to-List Ratio
66.7%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
1
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$51
Rosser vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Rosser is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Rosser, TX has a median home value of $268,500, making it the 8,344th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Rosser has a higher median home value than 70% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Rosser, TX has a median rent of $595, making it the 20,709th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Rosser has a higher median rent than 7% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Rosser, TX has a price per square foot of $51, making it the 19,732nd highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Rosser has a higher price per square foot than 5% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Rosser, TX has a rent burden of 7.8%, making it the 21,749th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Rosser has a higher rent burden than 1% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$268,500
Median Rent
$595
Total Housing Units
114
Vacancy Rate
7.0%
Owner Occupied
79.3%
Renter Occupied
20.8%
Median Property Tax
$1,384
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$750
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$1,384
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.52%
of home value
Median Home Value
$268,500
Estimated Mean Tax
$1,414
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($1,384) by the median home value ($268,500). In Rosser, TX, this works out to an effective rate of 0.52%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Rosser, TX is $80,000 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 144 days on the market. 0.0% of homes sold above asking price. The median price per square foot is $51. The median rent is $595 per month (Census ACS). About 79.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1986. There are 114 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $1,384. The effective tax rate is 0.52%, below the national average.
Crime data is not yet available for Rosser. The FBI UCR/NIBRS program does not cover all jurisdictions.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
76.2
Relatively Low
Expected Annual Loss
81.1
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
18.2
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
63.5
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
20
Public Assistance
$4.3M
Individual Assistance
$144K
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
6 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Torn… → | Flood | May 2024 | $2.1M | $127K |
| Severe Winter Storms → | Severe Ice Storm | Feb 2021 | — | $16K |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Feb 2021 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $76K | — |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storms, Tornadoes, Straigh… → | Severe Storm | Feb 2016 | $657K | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line … → | Severe Storm | May 2015 | $1.1M | — |
| Hurricane Ike → | Hurricane | Sep 2008 | — | — |
| Wildfires → | Fire | Mar 2008 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Jun 2007 | $401K | — |
| Extreme Wildfire Threat → | Fire | Jan 2006 | — | — |
| Hurricane Rita → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | $3K | — |
| Hurricane Rita → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Loss of the Space Shuttle Columbia → | Other | Feb 2003 | — | — |
| Extreme Fire Hazards → | Fire | Sep 1999 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Charley → | Severe Storm | Aug 1998 | — | — |
| Extreme Fire Hazard → | Drought | Sep 1993 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes & Flooding → | Severe Storm | May 1990 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes & Flooding → | Severe Storm | May 1989 | — | — |
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
77
Total Claims Paid
$2,067,064
Avg Claim Payout
$26,845
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
3
Federal Funding
$124,561
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.00
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 600.1: Warning Systems (as a Component of a Planned, Adopted, and Exercised Risk Reduction Plan) | 2 | $64,425 |
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 1 | $60,136 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Rosser has a relatively low overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are hail, heat wave, tornado. The area has had 20 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (6 declarations). 77 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $4,319,687 in public assistance recovery funding. $143,616 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 3 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
36.5%
near the national average
Depression Rate
21.8%
1.7pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.0%
2.1pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
12.4%
1.8pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
39.2%
Arthritis
28.3%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.9%
Teeth Lost (65+)
12.9%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
16.6%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.8%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
33.0%
Mobility
16.3%
Cognitive
14.2%
Hearing
8.3%
Vision
5.4%
Self-Care
4.2%
Independent Living
8.4%
Rosser has an obesity rate of 36.5%, which is near the national average. The depression rate is 21.8%, 1.7pp below the national average. About 12.4% of adults lack health insurance. 77.0% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
4.5 / 5
Nearest Hospital
12.3 mi
Ennis Regional Medical Center
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ennis Regional Medical Center | 12.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Kaufman | 14.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Crescent Medical Center Lancaster | 18.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | Yes |
| Baylor Scott & White Medical Center- Waxahachie | 21.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes |
| Terrell State Hospital | 23.1 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
88.3%
+12% vs national
Public Transit
3.4%
+272% vs national
Work From Home
1.1%
-88% vs national
Carpool
7.3%
How Rosser's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Commute data for Rosser, TX covers travel times and transportation modes. 88.3% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 1.1% work from home, which is below the TX state average of 7.8%. Public transit is used by 3.4% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 7.3% of workers carpool.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
60.4%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
29.3%
of households
No Internet
25.5%
of households
Total Households
106
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
78.3%
of households
Smartphone
62.3%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
56.6%
of households
Tablet
37.7%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
14.9¢
per kWh
-22% vs Under 10,000 avg
Commercial Rate
8.6¢
per kWh
-45% vs Under 10,000 avg
Industrial Rate
6.1¢
per kWh
-48% vs Under 10,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$164
residential
+12% vs Under 10,000 avg
12% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Texas averages 14.9¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $164. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Rosser vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (Under 10,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
60.4% of households in Rosser have broadband internet access. 29.3% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 18.9% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 25.5% of households have no internet access. 21.7% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Rosser is located in Kaufman County, TX. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Rosser.
Election Overview
Source: Kaufman County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
24,726
35.6%
GOP Votes
44,063
63.5%
Total Votes
69,366
Margin
R+27.9%
Shift from 2020
D+6.0pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 24,726 | 44,063 | 69,366 | 35.6% | 63.5% | R+27.9 |
| 2020 | 18,405 | 37,624 | 56,703 | 32.5% | 66.3% | R+33.9 |
| 2016 | 10,265 | 29,537 | 40,979 | 25.1% | 72.1% | R+47.0 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Kaufman County recorded 69,366 total votes. Republicans won the county with 63.5% of the vote compared to 35.6% for Democrats, a margin of R+27.9%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted D+6.0pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Kaufman County has shifted 19.2 percentage points toward Democrats.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
2
Total Assets
—
Total Income
$0
Per 10K Residents
51.5
nonprofits
-65.9% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
0
Median Assets
—
Oldest Active
2009
ruling year
Newest Org
2017
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationNonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Rosser, TX has 2 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. The most common category is Animal-Related, with 1 organizations. That works out to 51.5 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 2009.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
2
Total Approved
$1.1M
Jobs Supported
15
Per 10K Residents
51.5
SBA loans
-48.2% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
2
Top Lender
Trinity Capital Bank of Texas
1 loans
Top Industry
Manufacturing
Data Span
1994–2006
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
2
Total Amount
$1.1M
Avg Loan
$550,000
Median Loan
$550,000
SBA Guaranteed
$840K(76%)
Jobs Supported
15
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American By- Products Inc & Tc | 1 | $1.0M |
| Village Plant Farm Inc | 1 | $100K |
Rosser, TX has received 2 SBA loans totaling $1.1M in approved funding between 1994 and 2006. The 7(a) program accounts for 2 loans (100% of the total), supporting 15 jobs. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Manufacturing. The most active SBA lender in Rosser is Trinity Capital Bank of Texas with 1 loans. That works out to 51.5 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
2
Total Population
6,329
Avg Median Income
$89,277
Avg Home Value
$270,700
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75157 | 161 | $81,250 | $251,100 | N/A | 1.3 |
| 75158 | 6,168 | $97,303 | $290,300 | $1,149 | 86.3 |
Rosser, TX has 2 ZIP codes with a combined population of 6,329. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $89,277. The average median home value is $270,700. The average median monthly rent is -$333,332,758.
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