Flatonia, TX

Texas

Flatonia is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,741. Residents earn $66,344 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,741 Population 1,055/sq mi density
$66,344 Median Income $27,214 per capita
$176,700 Home Value $441,821 Zillow
$683 Median Rent
68°F Avg Temperature
359 Violent Crime/100K 1,005 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$66,344 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$176,700 home value, $683/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
359 violent crimes/100K (6% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,344
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $176,700
37% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 359/100K
6% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.0%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $683
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
82% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,741
Median Age39.1 yrs
Density1,055/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 67%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,344
Per Capita$27,214
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$3,676M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$176,700
Rent$683
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$441,821

Crime

F
Violent359/100K
Property1,005/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault287/100K
Burglary359/100K

Health

Obesity35.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Elevation435 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.0%
High School+80.2%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute20 min
EV Stations2
Libraries3

Is Flatonia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Flatonia receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Flatonia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Flatonia is $66,344, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Flatonia is $176,700, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $683 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Flatonia is below the national average at 359 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,005 per 100,000, 49% below the national average.

Education

14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Flatonia enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Flatonia has a population of 1,741 with a density of 1,055 people per square mile. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.1%), with 1.6% Black.

Population

1,741
Total Population
1,055
People / sq mi
39.1yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.8%
Female 45.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Flatonia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only47.5%
39% below US avg
Spanish52.5%
292% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Flatonia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Flatonia is $66,344, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Flatonia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,344
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,214
Avg Weekly Wage$1,043
IRS Avg AGI$70,835

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% below US avg
Establishments (County)550
County GDP$3,676M

Business (County)

Restaurants50
Healthcare33
Retail70
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,493
86% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.6 min
Work from Home8.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Flatonia is $176,700, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $683 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $441,821.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$176,700
37% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$441,821

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$683
41% 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-Occupied77.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,493
86% above US avg
Effective Rate3.67%
In Flatonia, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.0% report depression. 27.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.6%
11% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma9.2%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity27.2%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.9%
Checkup Rate72.7%
Premature Death10,412/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access48.2%
Healthcare Facilities33
Flatonia has a violent crime rate of 359 per 100,000 residents, 6% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,005 per 100,000 (49% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent358.9/100K
6% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery71.8/100K
Assault287.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,005.0/100K
49% below US avg
Burglary358.9/100K
Theft502.5/100K
Vehicle Theft143.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Flatonia has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average68.0°F
26% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation435 ft (133 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²)
Population Density1,055/sq mi
Coordinates29.6897°N, 97.1052°W
County FIPS48177
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.1%
D 22.3%

Winner: Republican by 54.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.0%
58% below US avg
High School+80.2%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,055/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants50
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.6 min
Work from Home8.9%

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