Arp, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Arp is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,055. Residents earn $59,219 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,055 Population 403/sq mi density
$59,219 Median Income $24,749 per capita
$99,300 Home Value $169,075 Zillow
$1,023 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$59,219 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$99,300 home value, $1,023/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,219
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $99,300
65% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.7%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,023
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.6%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,055
Median Age36.3 yrs
Density403/mi²
Male / Female45% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

A
Median Income$59,219
Per Capita$24,749
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty8.6%
County GDP$16,657M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$99,300
Rent$1,023
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$169,075

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property710/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary304/100K

Health

Obesity35.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain47.7 in/yr
Elevation499 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.7%
High School+81.6%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute27 min
Libraries6

Is Arp a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arp receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Arp offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Arp is $59,219, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. 8.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Arp is $99,300, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,023 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Arp is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 710 per 100,000, 64% below the national average.

Education

12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Arp enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Arp has a population of 1,055 with a density of 403 people per square mile. The median age is 36.3 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.3%), with 4.9% Hispanic, 2.1% Black.

Population

1,055
Total Population
403
People / sq mi
36.3yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.5%
Female 55.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Arp vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.8%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Arp vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arp is $59,219, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Arp vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,219
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,749
Avg Weekly Wage$1,105
IRS Avg AGI$83,327

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.6%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,931
County GDP$16,657M

Business (County)

Restaurants536
Healthcare690
Retail868
Manufacturing184

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,835
124% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.4 min
Work from Home8.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Arp is $99,300, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,023 (12% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $169,075.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$99,300
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$169,075
Median List Price$185,999

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$185,999
$/Sq Ft$158
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops14.3%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,023
12% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,835
124% above US avg
Effective Rate7.89%
In Arp, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.0% report depression. 22.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.3%
10% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity22.5%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.6%
Checkup Rate73.1%
Premature Death9,375/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access69.0%
Healthcare Facilities690
Arp has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 710 per 100,000 (64% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property709.9/100K
64% below US avg
Burglary304.3/100K
Theft405.7/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Arp has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average66.5°F
23% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.7 inches
25% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation499 ft (152 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²)
Population Density403/sq mi
Coordinates32.2260°N, 95.0525°W
County FIPS48423
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.1%
D 27%

Winner: Republican by 45.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.7%
62% below US avg
High School+81.6%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density403/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities690
Restaurants536
Retail Stores868

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.4 min
Work from Home8.1%

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