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Avinger, TX

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Avinger is a small town in Texas with a population of 467. Residents earn $36,563 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
467 Population 239/sq mi density
$36,563 Median Income $20,019 per capita
$79,400 Home Value $159,606 Zillow
$833 Median Rent 40.0% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$36,563 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$79,400 home value, $833/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,563
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $79,400
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.2%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $833
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.3%
15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population467
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density239/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 64%
Veterans6.6%

Economy

C+
Median Income$36,563
Per Capita$20,019
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$393M
Commute49 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$79,400
Rent$833
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$159,606
Housing Units222
Rent Burden40.0%

Health

Obesity41.7%
Uninsured17.2%
Smoking20.7%
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain47.1 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation394 ft (120 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.2%
High School+88.5%
Graduate+4.1%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute49 min
Broadband67.4%
Libraries1

Is Avinger a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Avinger receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Avinger offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Avinger is $36,563, 51% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Avinger is $79,400, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $833 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Avinger enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Avinger has a population of 467 with a density of 239 people per square mile. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.2%), with 2.6% Hispanic, 29.1% Black.

Population

467
Total Population
239
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Avinger vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.6%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.4%
67% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Avinger vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Avinger is $36,563, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes.

Income: Avinger vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,563
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,019
Avg Weekly Wage$841
IRS Avg AGI$58,367

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.3%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)172
County GDP$393M

Business (County)

Restaurants24
Healthcare13
Retail28
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,236
50% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time49.3 min
Drive Alone93.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Avinger is $79,400, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $833 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $159,606.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$79,400
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$159,606

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$833
28% below US avg
Rent Burden40.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.7%
Housing Units222
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,236
50% above US avg
Effective Rate6.59%
In Avinger, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.2% of residents lack health insurance. 20.7% are current smokers. 26.0% report depression. 32.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.7%
30% above US avg
Diabetes13.9%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure38.0%
Asthma11.1%
COPD9.5%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.7%
48% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity32.7%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress21.7%
Physical Distress16.4%
Short Sleep42.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.6%
Uninsured17.2%
100% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.8%
Dental Visits46.6%
Premature Death14,249/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access50.6%
Healthcare Facilities13
Avinger has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.1 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.7°F
20% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.1 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall0.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation394 ft (120 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density239/sq mi
Coordinates32.8969°N, 94.5527°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48315
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.5-point margin. 67.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.9%
D 23.4%

Winner: Republican by 52.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.2%
67% below US avg
High School+88.5%
Graduate Degree+4.1%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density239/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.4%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants24
Retail Stores28

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute49.3 min
Drive Alone93.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.8%

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