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Dorchester, Texas

city · Grayson County

At a glance

64
Population
$288,077
Typical market value
Zillow, county-wide, 2026-07
$2,499
Median household income
97% below U.S. median
31.9 min
Average commute
87.8%
Homes with broadband
1.72%
Locations with fiber available
4%
Unemployment

Cost of living (partial)

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Living here

Nearest 4-year college10 mi
Nearest community college13 mi
Nearest technical college11 mi
High school graduates96.6%
College graduates58.6%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

state Office of the Governor (Texas)
Texas Economic Development Corporation (TxEDC) markets Texas as the premier destination for business and provides information to help businesses explore opportunities in Texas. It supports the Governor’s Office of Economic Development and Tourism in promoting Texas as a premier destination for business.
state Texas Economic Development
The Texas Economic Development & Tourism Office offers resources for Texas businesses, communities and residents, as well as those looking to do business in Texas. Our office publishes in-depth reports on the economy of Texas and the state’s targeted growth industries. We also offer a number of events throughout the year, covering a wide range of business-related topics—everything from getting started in the state to growing your business internationally.
State sales taxYes
State income taxNone
Right-to-work stateYes

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