Town in Castro County
Living in Dimmitt, TX
305th of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 59 of 100
We give Dimmitt a B-. It ranks 305th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on cost of living and getting around, and trails on home ownership and schools. It is a strong pick for retirees.
- Good for retirees
- Affordable
- Short commutes
- Schools scores low (19 of 100)
- Home ownership scores low (7 of 100)
- Population
- 4,069-1.7% since 2020
- Median rent
- $87937% lower than Texas
- Median home value
- $85,10070% lower than Texas
- Household income
- $45,875Median
- Average commute
- 13 minOne way
- Violent crime
- 73Per 100k, 2025
What it's like to live in Dimmitt
Dimmitt is a town in Castro County. 4,069 people lived here in 2025, down 1.7% from 2020. It is spread out, with an older housing stock (the median home dates to 1964).
Places locals use include Dimmitt City Park, Sheffy Park and Richardson elementary playground.
The median age is 30.1, 41% of households have children, 55% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $45,875 a year (42% lower than the Texas median).
Pros of living in Dimmitt
- Low violent crime. 73 violent crimes per 100,000 people in 2025, 81% lower than the Texas rate.
- Lower rent. Median rent is $879, 37% lower than the Texas median.
- Homes are affordable for local incomes. The median home costs 1.9 times the median household income, against 3.6 times across Texas.
- Short commutes. The average trip to work takes 13 minutes, against 27 across Texas.
Cons of living in Dimmitt
- Weaker school ratings. Only 33% of the 3 rated campuses earn an A or B from the state.
- Many adults uninsured. 28% of adults 18 to 64 have no health insurance, against 20% statewide.
Who Dimmitt suits
- FamiliesA reasonable fit: 33% of rated schools earn an A or B and violent crime is 81% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 42% for families.
- Young professionalsA reasonable fit: household income is 42% lower than the Texas median, with 13 restaurants and 3 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 74% for young professionals.
- RetireesA reasonable fit: 28% of working-age adults are uninsured and violent crime is 81% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 89% for retirees.
- Remote workersA reasonable fit: 88% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $879 is 37% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 67% for remote workers.
- People on a budgetA reasonable fit: the median rent of $879 is 37% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 73% for people on a budget.
Dimmitt report card
Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Dimmitt with other US towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. Schools, safety and errands compare it with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.
Cost of living: grade B+
Median rent $879, homes cost 1.9x income.
78 of 100 vs US townsJobs and income: grade D+
Median household income $45,875, 2.6% unemployed.
30 of 100 vs US townsSchools: grade D
3 rated campuses, 33% rated A or B.
19 of 100 vs TX townsSafety: grade B+
73 violent crimes per 100k, 267 property crimes per 100k.
77 of 100 vs TX townsErrands and things to do: no grade
1 grocery store, 13 restaurants, 5 parks mapped in town.
No score vs TX townsGetting around: grade B+
Average commute 13 min, 0.8% work from home.
77 of 100 vs US townsEducation levels: grade D
22% have a bachelor’s degree.
22 of 100 vs US townsHealth: grade D+
28% of adults uninsured.
28 of 100 vs US townsHome ownership: grade F
55% of homes owner-occupied.
7 of 100 vs US townsInternet access: grade C-
88% of homes have broadband.
40 of 100 vs US towns
Where Dimmitt stands out compared with Texas
Better than Texas
- Average commute: 13 min50% lower than Texas (27 min)
- Home value to income: 1.9x49% lower than Texas (3.6x)
- Median rent: $87937% lower than Texas ($1,403)
Worse than Texas
- Median household income: $45,87542% lower than Texas ($78,476)
- Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 22%12 points lower than Texas (34%)
- Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance: 28%9 points higher than Texas (20%)
Cost of living in Dimmitt
Rent is the cost most newcomers feel first. The median rent in Dimmitt is $879 a month, 37% lower than the Texas median of $1,403. To keep that rent at 30% of income, a household needs to earn about $35,000 a year. Right now 45% of renters here pay more than 30% of their income on rent.
HUD sets fair market rents for this area at $970 for a one-bedroom, $1,218 for a two-bedroom and $1,451 for a three-bedroom (fiscal year 2027). These figures include utilities and describe a modest unit, so newer apartments often ask for more.
The median home is worth $85,100, 70% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $466 before tax, or $538 with property tax. That is close to the median rent, so buying can make sense if you plan to stay.
Texas has no state income tax, but it leans on property taxes instead, though they are lighter here than in much of the state. The median homeowner in Dimmitt pays $870 a year, 79% lower than the Texas median of $4,232. Budget for it, along with homeowners insurance, which our numbers do not include.
Typical rent by apartment size
| Measure | Here | Texas | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent37% lower than Texas | $879 | $1,403 | $1,413 |
| Median home value70% lower than Texas | $85,100 | $283,800 | $332,700 |
| Home value to income49% lower than Texas | 1.9x | 3.6x | 4.1x |
| Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent6 points lower than Texas | 45% | 52% | 51% |
| Median property tax per year79% lower than Texas | $870 | $4,232 | $3,119 |
| Homes owned by the people living in them8 points lower than Texas | 55% | 63% | 65% |
| Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas | 1964 | 1992 | 1980 |
Monthly cost to buy a median home
- Mortgage payment
- $466
- Property tax
- $72
- Median rent, for comparison
- $879
Based on a $85,100 home in Dimmitt, 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28% (Freddie Mac average, week of 2026-10-01). Property tax is the median paid locally, or the county median where the local figure is not published. Insurance and fees are not included.
Is Dimmitt safe?
In 2025, Dimmitt Police Department reported 3 violent crimes and 11 property crimes. That works out to 73 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 81% lower than the Texas rate of 387, and 267 property crimes per 100,000, 87% lower than the state rate.
Violent crime is down about 59% since 2021, based on the yearly rates below.
Crime rates describe the whole area a police department covers. Some streets are much quieter than the average and some are busier, so look at the neighborhood grades and visit at different times of day.
Violent crimes per 100,000 people by year. The dashed line is the Texas rate for 2025.
Property crimes per 100,000 people by year.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer, Dimmitt Police Department, 2025. Rates count reported crimes only and cover the area this police department serves.
Schools in Dimmitt
Dimmitt has 3 public school campuses with a 2025 state rating inside the city, and 33% of them earn an A or B. Most students here are served by Dimmitt ISD.
Texas districts usually assign students by attendance zone rather than the closest campus, so check the zone for a specific address with the district before you sign a lease or buy.
Ratings are the 2025 Texas Education Agency A to F accountability ratings. Always check which school serves a specific address with the district.
Top-rated schools
- BDimmitt High SchoolHigh, Dimmitt ISD85 of 100
- DDimmitt MiddleMiddle, Dimmitt ISD69 of 100
- DRichardson ElementaryElementary, Dimmitt ISD67 of 100
Daily life in Dimmitt
Everyday places mapped inside Dimmitt, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include Dimmitt City Park, Sheffy Park, Richardson elementary playground.
The average one-way commute is 13 minutes, 50% shorter than the Texas average. 1% of workers work from home. Fewer than 3% walk, bike or take transit to work, so plan on driving for almost everything.
The median household income is $45,875, income per person is $24,890, unemployment is 2.6% and 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.
Jobs, income and education
| Measure | Here | Texas | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income42% lower than Texas | $45,875 | $78,476 | $80,734 |
| Income per person39% lower than Texas | $24,890 | $40,752 | $44,673 |
| Unemployment rate3 points lower than Texas | 2.6% | 5.3% | 5.2% |
| People below the poverty line4 points higher than Texas | 18% | 14% | 12% |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher12 points lower than Texas | 22% | 34% | 36% |
| Adults with a high school diploma or higher12 points lower than Texas | 74% | 86% | 90% |
| Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance9 points higher than Texas | 28% | 20% | 11% |
| Homes with broadband internet3 points lower than Texas | 88% | 91% | 91% |
Getting to work
| Measure | Here | Texas | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average commute50% lower than Texas | 13 min | 27 min | 26 min |
| Workers who work from home14 points lower than Texas | 0.8% | 14% | 15% |
Who lives in Dimmitt
Median age 30.1 years. 41% of households have children.
Race and ethnicity
Shown for information only. It is never part of any grade.
Weather in Dimmitt
Dimmitt has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 92°F and January lows about 22°F. There are about 72 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 21 inches of rain a year.
Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Dimmitt 2 N, 3 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.
Natural hazard risk
Source: FEMA National Risk Index, December 2025, Census tract level averaged for the city. Check the FEMA flood map for any address before you buy.
Places near Dimmitt
Nearby, Hereford gets a B, Friona gets an A- and Olton gets a D+. Each is graded against Texas places of its own size, so a small town and a big city can both earn an A.
Living in Dimmitt: common questions
Is Dimmitt, TX a good place to live?
We give Dimmitt a B-. It ranks 305th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on cost of living and getting around, and trails on home ownership and schools. It is a strong pick for retirees.
How much does it cost to live in Dimmitt?
Median rent in Dimmitt is $879 a month, 37% lower than the Texas median. The median home is worth $85,100, 70% lower than the Texas median. A median home costs 1.9x the median household income, compared with 3.6x across Texas. With 20% down at a 7.28% rate, the monthly payment on a median home is about $538, including property tax.
Is Dimmitt safe?
In 2025, Dimmitt Police Department reported 73 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 81% lower than the Texas rate. Property crime was 267 per 100,000, 87% lower than the Texas rate.
Are the schools good in Dimmitt?
We found 3 rated public school campuses inside Dimmitt. 33% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 19 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.
What is the weather like in Dimmitt?
Summers in Dimmitt peak at about 92°F in July, and January nights fall to about 22°F. Expect around 72 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 21 inches of rain.
How long is the commute in Dimmitt?
The average one-way commute is 13 min, 50% lower than the Texas average. About 0.8% of workers work from home.
Sources: US Census Bureau 2020-2024 ACS 5-year and 2025 population estimates, CDC PLACES 2025, Texas Education Agency 2025 ratings, FBI Crime Data Explorer, FEMA National Risk Index, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, Overture Maps. Updated 2026-10-04. How we grade.