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Cameron, TX

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Population
5,489
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
399 ft
Median Home Value
$125,000
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$962/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$62,443
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Cameron

Cameron is a quiet Central Texas community of around 5,400 residents, serving as the seat of Milam County. Located at the junction of U.S. Highways 77 and 190, the town centers on a charming historic square anchored by its landmark 1890s courthouse. Set amidst rolling farmland along the Little River, it offers newcomers a slow-paced, friendly atmosphere with plenty of traditional Texas character.

Milam county courthouse

Families are served by the Cameron Independent School District, and everyday life centers around local parks, hometown eateries, and school events. While local shops handle everyday essentials, residents have easy highway access to surrounding regional hubs. Temple, Bryan-College Station, and Waco are all within an easy drive for specialized medical care, major retail centers, and expanded job opportunities.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow State Income TaxA+100.0rating

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