Timpson, TX Utility & Living Guide

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Timpson, Texas Utility & Living Guide

Timpson is a city in Shelby County, Texas, United States. The population was 989 at the 2020 census.

Last updated: August 22, 2026
Total Utilities$310/mo
1BR Rent$517/mo
Sales Tax6.25%
COL Index96 (-4)
Family Score6/10
Median Home$78,300
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Living in Timpson, summers are intense — Aug highs average 95.1°F, while winters are cool, with Jan lows hovering around 41.5°F. With 1542 heating degree days annually, heating costs are moderate. The area receives 51.9 inches of rainfall per year. Within 5 miles: 1 grocery. For hospital care, the nearest facility is in a neighboring city. Median household income: $37,500. With a 29.2% poverty rate and 56.7% homeownership, the community reflects a stable residential mix. Nearby cities: Center (15mi SE), Carthage (18mi N), Nacogdoches (26mi SW). Air quality is Moderate — avg AQI 52 over the past week.
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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

Combined Average Overhead$310/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$517/mo
2 Bedrooms$575/mo
3 Bedrooms$718/mo
Median Home Price$78,300
Property Tax Rate1.6%
Avg Childcare/mo$900
Contact a local realtor for current market conditions in Timpson.

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 Tax6.25%
Property Tax Rate1.6%

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: 5,000

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📊 Timpson — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

💰 Median Household Income
$37,500
🏠 Homeownership Rate
56.7%
🔑 Renter Rate
43.3%
📉 Poverty Rate
29.2%
💼 Unemployment Rate
3.1%
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