De Leon, TX

Texas

De Leon is a small town in Texas with a population of 2,512. Residents earn $50,871 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
2,512 Population 1,121/sq mi density
$50,871 Median Income $25,645 per capita
$79,800 Home Value $192,532 Zillow
$561 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
549 Violent Crime/100K 962 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$50,871 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$79,800 home value, $561/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
549 violent crimes/100K (45% above avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,871
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $79,800
72% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 549/100K
45% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.8%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $561
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.6%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,512
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density1,121/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 74%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,871
Per Capita$25,645
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty9.6%
County GDP$2,487M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$79,800
Rent$561
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$192,532

Crime

F
Violent549/100K
Property962/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault321/100K
Burglary366/100K

Health

Obesity38.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain31.3 in/yr
Elevation1,270 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.8%
High School+74.3%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 16%
Commute16 min
Libraries2

Is De Leon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, De Leon receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes. De Leon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in De Leon is $50,871, 32% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in De Leon is $79,800, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $561 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 549 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 962 per 100,000, 51% below the national average.

Education

15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

De Leon enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

De Leon has a population of 2,512 with a density of 1,121 people per square mile. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.4%).

Population

2,512
Total Population
1,121
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

De Leon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only70.2%
11% below US avg
Spanish29.8%
122% above US avg

Social Characteristics

De Leon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in De Leon is $50,871, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: De Leon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,871
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,645
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$72,192

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.6%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,279
County GDP$2,487M

Business (County)

Restaurants107
Healthcare86
Retail160
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,187
77% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.9 min
Work from Home1.1%

Walkability

The median home value in De Leon is $79,800, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $561 (52% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $192,532.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$79,800
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$192,532

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$561
52% 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-Occupied70.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,187
77% above US avg
Effective Rate7.75%
In De Leon, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.2% report depression. 31.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: De Leon vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure33.5%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity31.9%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress15.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.3%
Checkup Rate71.5%
Premature Death7,986/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access70.4%
Healthcare Facilities86
De Leon has a violent crime rate of 549 per 100,000 residents, 45% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 962 per 100,000 (51% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent549.5/100K
45% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape228.9/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault320.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property961.5/100K
51% below US avg
Burglary366.3/100K
Theft595.2/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
De Leon has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.8°F
18% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.3 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall0.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,270 ft (387 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.8 km²)
Population Density1,121/sq mi
Coordinates32.1114°N, 98.5352°W
County FIPS48143
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.7%
D 15.7%

Winner: Republican by 68 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.8%
53% below US avg
High School+74.3%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density1,121/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities86
Restaurants107
Retail Stores160

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.9 min
Work from Home1.1%

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