Angleton, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Angleton is a small city in Texas with a population of 19,597. Residents earn $83,981 per year, which is 12% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
19,597 Population 1,671/sq mi density
$83,981 Median Income $40,722 per capita
$187,400 Home Value $243,965 Zillow
$1,072 Median Rent
71°F Avg Temperature
273 Violent Crime/100K 2,213 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$83,981 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$187,400 home value, $1,072/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
273 violent crimes/100K (28% below avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,981
12% higher than US avg
Home Value $187,400
34% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 273/100K
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.3%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,072
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.4%
16% lower than US avg

How Angleton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population19,597
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density1,671/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 67%

Economy

A
Median Income$83,981
Per Capita$40,722
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty10.4%
County GDP$23,376M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$187,400
Rent$1,072
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$243,965

Crime

F
Violent273/100K
Property2,213/100K
Murder5.3/100K
Assault179/100K
Burglary421/100K

Health

Obesity37.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain53.4 in/yr
Elevation28 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.3%
High School+90.6%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute26 min
Libraries13

Is Angleton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Angleton receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Angleton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Angleton is $83,981, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 10.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Angleton is $187,400, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,072 per month. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Angleton is below the national average at 273 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,213 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Angleton has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Angleton has a population of 19,597 with a density of 1,671 people per square mile. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.2%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 7.7% Black.

Population

19,597
Total Population
1,671
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
11.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Angleton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.1%
1% above US avg
Spanish20.9%
56% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Angleton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Angleton is $83,981, which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Angleton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,981
12% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,722
Avg Weekly Wage$1,312
IRS Avg AGI$87,500

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.4%
16% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,858
County GDP$23,376M

Business (County)

Restaurants727
Healthcare920
Retail892
Manufacturing253

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,186
134% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.2 min
Work from Home6.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Angleton is $187,400, 34% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,072 (8% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $243,965.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$187,400
34% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$243,965
Median List Price$262,720

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$262,720
$/Sq Ft$148
Homes Sold24
Sale-to-List Ratio96.6%
Price Drops30.9%
Inventory139

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,072
8% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,707

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,186
134% above US avg
Effective Rate4.37%
In Angleton, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% report depression. 27.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Angleton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure33.7%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity27.2%
Depression21.9%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.3%
Checkup Rate74.5%
Premature Death7,616/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access79.2%
Healthcare Facilities920
Angleton has a violent crime rate of 273 per 100,000 residents, 28% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,213 per 100,000 (13% above US avg). The murder rate is 5.3 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Angleton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent273.4/100K
28% below US avg
Murder5.3/100K
17% below US avg
Rape68.4/100K
Robbery21.0/100K
Assault178.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,213.5/100K
13% above US avg
Burglary420.6/100K
Theft1,687.7/100K
Vehicle Theft105.2/100K
Arson15.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Angleton has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average70.9°F
31% above US avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.4 inches
40% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation28 ft (9 m)
Area11.7 sq mi (30.4 km²)
Population Density1,671/sq mi
Coordinates29.1718°N, 95.4293°W
County FIPS48039
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%
D 39.5%

Winner: Republican by 19.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.3%
40% below US avg
High School+90.6%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,671/sq mi
Total Area11.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities920
Restaurants727
Retail Stores892

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.2 min
Work from Home6.2%

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