Grapeland, TX

Texas

Grapeland is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,720. Residents earn $36,918 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,720 Population 667/sq mi density
$36,918 Median Income $24,884 per capita
$154,000 Home Value $230,850 Zillow
$854 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
282 Violent Crime/100K 1,693 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$36,918 median income, 6.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$154,000 home value, $854/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
282 violent crimes/100K (26% below avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,918
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $154,000
45% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 282/100K
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.1%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $854
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.4%
78% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.5%
64% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,720
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density667/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 52%

Economy

B
Median Income$36,918
Per Capita$24,884
Unemployment6.4%
Poverty4.5%
County GDP$1,325M
Commute24 min

Housing

A
Home Value$154,000
Rent$854
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$230,850

Crime

F
Violent282/100K
Property1,693/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault282/100K
Burglary846/100K

Health

Obesity39.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain47.3 in/yr
Elevation474 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.1%
High School+89.5%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute24 min
Libraries3

Is Grapeland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grapeland receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Grapeland has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grapeland is $36,918, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grapeland is $154,000, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $854 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Grapeland is below the national average at 282 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,693 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Grapeland enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Grapeland has a population of 1,720 with a density of 667 people per square mile. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (52.3%), with 4.2% Hispanic, 35.9% Black.

Population

1,720
Total Population
667
People / sq mi
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Grapeland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.7%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.3%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Grapeland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grapeland is $36,918, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Grapeland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,918
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,884
Avg Weekly Wage$1,245
IRS Avg AGI$54,593

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.4%
78% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.5%
64% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,024
County GDP$1,325M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare35
Retail64
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,660
62% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.7 min
Work from Home3.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Grapeland is $154,000, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $854 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $230,850.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$154,000
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$230,850

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$854
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-Occupied43.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,660
62% above US avg
Effective Rate3.68%
In Grapeland, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.5% report depression. 32.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes14.0%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure38.4%
Asthma12.1%
COPD8.5%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity32.8%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress21.8%
Physical Distress15.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.3%
Checkup Rate74.3%
Premature Death12,868/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access51.3%
Healthcare Facilities35
Grapeland has a violent crime rate of 282 per 100,000 residents, 26% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,693 per 100,000 (14% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent282.1/100K
26% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault282.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,692.5/100K
14% below US avg
Burglary846.3/100K
Theft846.3/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Grapeland has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.2°F
23% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.3 inches
25% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation474 ft (144 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.7 km²)
Population Density667/sq mi
Coordinates31.4940°N, 95.4775°W
County FIPS48225
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.4%
D 22.1%

Winner: Republican by 55.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.1%
70% below US avg
High School+89.5%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density667/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants38
Retail Stores64

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations182
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.7 min
Work from Home3.9%

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