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Green Valley Farms, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Green Valley Farms is a small town in Texas with a population of 469. Residents earn $43,990 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
469 Population 122/sq mi density
$43,990 Median Income $18,672 per capita
$81,500 Home Value
76°F Avg Temperature 312 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$43,990 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,500 home value
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,990
41% lower than US avg
Home Value $81,500
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.3%
90% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.5%
39% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 36.8%
197% higher than US avg

How Green Valley Farms Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population469
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density122/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 24%
Veterans0.9%

Economy

C+
Median Income$43,990
Per Capita$18,672
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty36.8%
County GDP$17,387M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units147
Rent Burden30.5%

Health

Obesity44.5%
Uninsured41.5%
Smoking16.1%
Depression19.3%
Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain28.2 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation21 ft (6 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.3%
High School+65.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 47%
Commute21 min
Broadband67.6%
Libraries9

Is Green Valley Farms a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Green Valley Farms receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Green Valley Farms offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Green Valley Farms is $43,990, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. The poverty rate of 36.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Green Valley Farms is $81,500, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Green Valley Farms has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. With 312 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Green Valley Farms has a population of 469 with a density of 122 people per square mile. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (23.7%).

Population

469
Total Population
122
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
3.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Green Valley Farms vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only18.6%
76% below US avg
Spanish81.4%
507% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Green Valley Farms vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Green Valley Farms is $43,990, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 36.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Green Valley Farms vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,990
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,672
Avg Weekly Wage$857
IRS Avg AGI$48,428

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate36.8%
197% above US avg
Establishments (County)7,200
County GDP$17,387M

Business (County)

Restaurants815
Healthcare1,060
Retail1,030
Manufacturing186

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,394
83% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.3 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Green Valley Farms is $81,500, 71% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,500
71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units147
Median Year Built1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,394
83% above US avg
Effective Rate7.85%
In Green Valley Farms, 44.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 41.5% of residents lack health insurance. 16.1% are current smokers. 19.3% report depression. 42.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Green Valley Farms vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.5%
39% above US avg
Diabetes20.9%
Heart Disease7.8%
High Blood Pressure35.9%
Asthma8.7%
COPD6.9%
Cancer4.2%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.1%
15% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.1%
Physical Inactivity42.5%
Depression19.3%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress18.3%
Short Sleep43.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate46.6%
Uninsured41.5%
383% above US avg
Checkup Rate70.6%
Dental Visits36.5%
Premature Death9,065/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.8/10
Exercise Access74.5%
Healthcare Facilities1,060
Green Valley Farms has an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.2 inches. The area enjoys 312 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 87°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average75.6°F
40% above US avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.2 inches
26% below US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation21 ft (6 m)
Area3.9 sq mi (10.0 km²)
Population Density122/sq mi
Coordinates26.1207°N, 97.5648°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48061
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 3.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (90% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5.8-point margin. 67.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.5%
D 46.7%

Winner: Republican by 5.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.3%
90% below US avg
High School+65.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density122/sq mi
Total Area3.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.6%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities1,060
Restaurants815
Retail Stores1,030

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.3 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.5%

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