Texas · Metropolitan Area
Godley is a small town in Texas with a population of 2,223. Residents earn $93,182 per year, which is 24% above the national average.
Based on current data, Godley receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates. Godley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Godley is $93,182, 24% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
The median home value in Godley is $323,500, 15% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,647 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Godley is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 97 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,453 per 100,000, 26% below the national average.
25.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Godley enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 92.7% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 7.3% |
| 46% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $93,182 |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $37,425 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,107 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $76,277 |
| Unemployment | 3.6% |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 12.1% |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 4,062 |
| County GDP | $9,609M |
| Restaurants | 321 |
| Healthcare | 303 |
| Retail | 432 |
| Manufacturing | 188 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,337 |
| 110% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.27% |
| Commute Time | 33.1 min |
| Work from Home | 7.1% |
| Census Median | $323,500 |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $433,820 |
| Median List Price | $369,000 |
| Median List Price | $369,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $181 |
| Homes Sold | 8 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.9% |
| Price Drops | 27.9% |
| Inventory | 43 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,647 |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,600 |
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
| Owner-Occupied | 83.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,337 |
| 110% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.27% |
| Obesity | 30.9% |
| 4% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.4% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.3% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 5.6% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.5% |
| Depression | 24.6% |
| Mental Distress | 18.3% |
| Physical Distress | 11.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.9% |
| Premature Death | 8,336/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 303 |
| Total Violent | 96.9/100K |
| 75% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 96.9/100K |
| Total Property | 1,453.5/100K |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 193.8/100K |
| Theft | 1,065.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 193.8/100K |
| Arson | 387.6/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 32 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 64.8°F |
| 20% above US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 34.3 inches |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 957 ft (292 m) |
| Area | 3.9 sq mi (10.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 574/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.4589°N, 97.5329°W |
| County FIPS | 48251 |
Winner: Republican by 51.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 25.2% |
| 25% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.3% |
| School Test Score | 5.10 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 574/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.9 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 303 |
| Restaurants | 321 |
| Retail Stores | 432 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 32 |
| Avg Commute | 33.1 min |
| Work from Home | 7.1% |