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Southmayd, Texas Utility & Living Guide
Southmayd is a city in Grayson County, Texas, United States. The population was 978 at the 2020 census.
Total Utilities$310/mo
1BR Rent$1420/mo
Sales Tax6.25%
COL Index96 (-4)
Family Score6/10
Median Home$129,000
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Living in Southmayd, summers are intense — Aug highs average 94.1°F, while winters are cool, with Feb lows hovering around 35.9°F. With 2250 heating degree days annually, heating costs are moderate. The area receives 47.0 inches of rainfall per year. Median household income: $83,125. With a 19.8% poverty rate and 92.0% homeownership, the community reflects a stable residential mix. Nearby cities: Whitesboro (8mi W), Sherman (9mi E), Howe (12mi SE). Air quality is Moderate — avg AQI 51 over the past week.
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🏠 Housing
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Monthly Utility Costs
⚡ Electric
$145/mo
Local utility provider
🔥 Gas
$35/mo
Local gas utility
💧 Water
$40/mo
Municipal water department
🗑️ Garbage
$25/mo
Municipal waste management
📶 Internet
$65/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1420/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1578/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1972/mo |
| Median Home Price | $129,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.6% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $900 |
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Cost of Living
Overall COL Index
96
US national avg = 100
vs National Avg
-4
Groceries
94
Transportation
97
Healthcare
92
Childcare/mo
$900
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6.25% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.6% |
Family & Relocation
Family Vibe Score
6/10
Safety Index
55
Higher = safer
School Rating
6
GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare
$900/mo
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Population Trend
Population: 5,000
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📊 Southmayd — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
💰 Median Household Income
$83,125
🏠 Homeownership Rate
92.0%
🔑 Renter Rate
8.0%
📉 Poverty Rate
19.8%
💼 Unemployment Rate
1.5%
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