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Alvord, TX
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Alvord, TX
At a Glance
How Alvord Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Alvord's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Alvord a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Alvord residents earn a median household income of $70,294 , which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,981. The unemployment rate stands at 5.5% (53% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,654 business establishments, including 119 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Alvord is $201,400 , 29% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $350,578. Median rent is $1,050/month, with 28.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1981.
Safety & Crime
Alvord reports 274 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 28% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,210/100K.
Education
13.3% of adults in Alvord hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below the national average). 89.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Alvord has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 35.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.