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Industry, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Industry is a small town in Texas with a population of 270. Residents earn $77,708 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
270 Population 252/sq mi density
$77,708 Median Income $35,274 per capita
$292,300 Home Value
69°F Avg Temperature 319 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$77,708 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$292,300 home value
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,708
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $292,300
4% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.5%
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.2%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
82% lower than US avg

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

People

Population270
Median Age52.5 yrs
Density252/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 57%
Veterans5.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$77,708
Per Capita$35,274
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$2,381M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$292,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units130
Rent Burden28.9%

Health

Obesity34.2%
Uninsured13.0%
Smoking11.4%
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Sunny Days319/yr
Elevation303 ft (92 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.5%
High School+88.7%
Graduate+6.7%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute17 min
Broadband66.0%
Libraries5

Is Industry a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Industry receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Industry stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Industry is $77,708, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Industry is $292,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 88.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Industry enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 319 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Industry has a population of 270 with a density of 252 people per square mile. The median age is 52.5 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (57.4%), with 37.4% Black.

Population

270
Total Population
252
People / sq mi
52.5yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 52.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Industry vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.0%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.0%
70% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Industry vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Industry is $77,708, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Industry vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,708
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,274
Avg Weekly Wage$1,303
IRS Avg AGI$86,801

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,532
County GDP$2,381M

Business (County)

Restaurants60
Healthcare55
Retail88
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,817
123% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.1 min
Drive Alone82.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Industry is $292,300, 4% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$292,300
4% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.2%
Housing Units130
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,817
123% above US avg
Effective Rate2.67%
In Industry, 34.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.0% of residents lack health insurance. 11.4% are current smokers. 21.5% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.2%
7% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma9.9%
COPD4.8%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.4%
19% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity22.2%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress11.4%
Short Sleep38.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Uninsured13.0%
51% above US avg
Primary Care1:5,063
Dentists1:2,221
Mental Health1:2,263
Checkup Rate73.2%
Dental Visits56.6%
Premature Death9,126/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access42.8%
Healthcare Facilities55
Industry has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area enjoys 319 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average69.4°F
29% above US avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days319 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation303 ft (92 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density252/sq mi
Coordinates29.9674°N, 96.4971°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48015
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 34.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.7-point margin. 66.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81%
D 18.3%

Winner: Republican by 62.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.5%
2% above US avg
High School+88.7%
Graduate Degree+6.7%
School Test Score5.10
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density252/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access66.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities55
Restaurants60
Retail Stores88

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.1 min
Drive Alone82.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

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