Gregory, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Gregory is a small town in Texas with a population of 2,081. Residents earn $36,844 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
2,081 Population 1,360/sq mi density
$36,844 Median Income $19,721 per capita
$97,200 Home Value
$837 Median Rent
72°F Avg Temperature
205 Violent Crime/100K 719 property/100K
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$36,844 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$97,200 home value, $837/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
205 violent crimes/100K (46% below avg)
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,844
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $97,200
66% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 205/100K
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.4%
93% lower than US avg
Median Rent $837
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 50.4%
57% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 31.6%
155% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,081
Median Age29.7 yrs
Density1,360/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 62%

Economy

C
Median Income$36,844
Per Capita$19,721
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty31.6%
County GDP$27,852M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$97,200
Rent$837
OwnershipN/A

Crime

F
Violent205/100K
Property719/100K
Murder51.3/100K
Assault103/100K
Burglary154/100K

Health

Obesity50.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease8.7%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Elevation31 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.4%
High School+59.2%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 44%
Commute17 min
Libraries10

Is Gregory a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gregory receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Gregory has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gregory is $36,844, 51% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 31.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gregory is $97,200, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $837 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Gregory is below the national average at 205 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 719 per 100,000, 63% below the national average.

Education

2.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 59.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Gregory has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Gregory has a population of 2,081 with a density of 1,360 people per square mile. The median age is 29.7 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (61.5%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

2,081
Total Population
1,360
People / sq mi
29.7yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Gregory vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only39.9%
49% below US avg
Spanish60.1%
349% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Gregory vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gregory is $36,844, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 31.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Gregory vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,844
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,721
Avg Weekly Wage$1,163
IRS Avg AGI$68,680

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate31.6%
155% above US avg
Establishments (County)8,568
County GDP$27,852M

Business (County)

Restaurants982
Healthcare1,105
Retail1,058
Manufacturing167

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,321
138% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate8.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.5 min
Work from Home11.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Gregory is $97,200, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $837 (28% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$97,200
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$837
28% 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-Occupied63.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,321
138% above US avg
Effective Rate8.56%
In Gregory, 50.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.3% report depression. 52.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity50.4%
57% above US avg
Diabetes22.5%
Heart Disease8.7%
High Blood Pressure42.1%
Asthma10.1%
COPD9.2%
Stroke5.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.6%
Physical Inactivity52.8%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress22.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.1%
Checkup Rate70.0%
Premature Death10,927/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access92.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,105
Gregory has a violent crime rate of 205 per 100,000 residents, 46% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 719 per 100,000 (63% below US avg). The murder rate is 51.3 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent205.3/100K
46% below US avg
Murder51.3/100K
715% above US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery51.3/100K
Assault102.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property718.7/100K
63% below US avg
Burglary154.0/100K
Theft359.3/100K
Vehicle Theft205.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Gregory has an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

56°F Jan (14°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average71.9°F
33% above US avg
January Average56°F (14°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.6 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation31 ft (9 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density1,360/sq mi
Coordinates27.9232°N, 97.2909°W
County FIPS48355
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 2.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.3%
D 43.8%

Winner: Republican by 11.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.4%
93% below US avg
High School+59.2%
School Test Score5.10
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,360/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities1,105
Restaurants982
Retail Stores1,058

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.5 min
Work from Home11.6%

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