Dilley, TX

Texas

Dilley is a small town in Texas with a population of 3,312. Residents earn $47,210 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
3,312 Population 1,421/sq mi density
$47,210 Median Income $22,144 per capita
$109,900 Home Value $144,202 Zillow
$850 Median Rent
71°F Avg Temperature
340 Violent Crime/100K 1,994 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$47,210 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$109,900 home value, $850/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
340 violent crimes/100K (10% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
16.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,210
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $109,900
61% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 340/100K
10% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.9%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.5%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.4%
8% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,312
Median Age35.8 yrs
Density1,421/mi²
Male / Female71% / 29%
Largest GroupWhite 51%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,210
Per Capita$22,144
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty11.4%
County GDP$1,480M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$109,900
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$144,202

Crime

F
Violent340/100K
Property1,994/100K
Murder24.3/100K
Assault195/100K
Burglary875/100K

Health

Obesity42.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.7%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain25.0 in/yr
Elevation561 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.9%
High School+69.9%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute19 min
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Dilley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dilley 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 below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Dilley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dilley is $47,210, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 11.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dilley is $109,900, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Dilley is below the national average at 340 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,994 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Dilley has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Dilley has a population of 3,312 with a density of 1,421 people per square mile. The median age is 35.8 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (50.6%), with 1.7% Hispanic, 4.6% Black.

Population

3,312
Total Population
1,421
People / sq mi
35.8yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 70.6%
Female 29.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Dilley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only48.6%
38% below US avg
Spanish51.4%
284% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Dilley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dilley is $47,210, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Dilley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,210
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,144
Avg Weekly Wage$1,192
IRS Avg AGI$51,292

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.4%
8% below US avg
Establishments (County)396
County GDP$1,480M

Business (County)

Restaurants46
Healthcare28
Retail46
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,089
45% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.4 min
Work from Home1.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Dilley is $109,900, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $144,202.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,900
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$144,202

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% 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-Occupied62.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,089
45% above US avg
Effective Rate4.63%
In Dilley, 42.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.7% report depression. 40.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.5%
32% above US avg
Diabetes17.0%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure35.1%
Asthma8.9%
COPD6.3%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity40.5%
Depression19.7%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress17.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.1%
Checkup Rate70.1%
Premature Death12,091/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access39.6%
Healthcare Facilities28
Dilley has a violent crime rate of 340 per 100,000 residents, 10% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,994 per 100,000 (2% above US avg). The murder rate is 24.3 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent340.4/100K
10% below US avg
Murder24.3/100K
286% above US avg
Rape48.6/100K
Robbery72.9/100K
Assault194.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,993.7/100K
2% above US avg
Burglary875.3/100K
Theft972.5/100K
Vehicle Theft145.9/100K
Arson24.3/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Dilley has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average71.0°F
31% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.0 inches
34% below US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation561 ft (171 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²)
Population Density1,421/sq mi
Coordinates28.6675°N, 99.1765°W
County FIPS48163
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62%
D 37.5%

Winner: Republican by 24.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.9%
50% below US avg
High School+69.9%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,421/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants46
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.4 min
Work from Home1.4%

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