Italy, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Italy is a small town in Texas with a population of 2,460. Residents earn $59,082 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
2,460 Population 1,224/sq mi density
$59,082 Median Income $23,228 per capita
$148,200 Home Value $253,280 Zillow
$1,304 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
160 Violent Crime/100K 2,028 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$59,082 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$148,200 home value, $1,304/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
160 violent crimes/100K (58% below avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,082
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $148,200
47% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 160/100K
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.8%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,304
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.4%
16% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,460
Median Age28.0 yrs
Density1,224/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 65%

Economy

B+
Median Income$59,082
Per Capita$23,228
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty14.4%
County GDP$10,768M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$148,200
Rent$1,304
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$253,280

Crime

F
Violent160/100K
Property2,028/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault53/100K
Burglary427/100K

Health

Obesity38.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain40.2 in/yr
Elevation543 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.8%
High School+86.6%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute31 min
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Italy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Italy receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Italy offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Italy is $59,082, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. 14.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Italy is $148,200, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,304 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Italy is below the national average at 160 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,028 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Italy enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Italy has a population of 2,460 with a density of 1,224 people per square mile. The median age is 28.0 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.9%), with 17.3% Black.

Population

2,460
Total Population
1,224
People / sq mi
28.0yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Italy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.0%
10% above US avg
Spanish14.0%
4% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Italy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Italy is $59,082, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Italy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,082
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,228
Avg Weekly Wage$1,114
IRS Avg AGI$81,086

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.4%
16% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,919
County GDP$10,768M

Business (County)

Restaurants344
Healthcare342
Retail451
Manufacturing181

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,596
117% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.6 min
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Italy is $148,200, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,304 (12% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $253,280.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$148,200
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$253,280
Median List Price$124,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$124,000
$/Sq Ft$186
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio102.0%
Price Drops40.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,304
12% above 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-Occupied68.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,596
117% above US avg
Effective Rate5.13%
In Italy, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure34.8%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.7%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity29.0%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.8%
Checkup Rate72.6%
Premature Death7,453/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access50.1%
Healthcare Facilities342
Italy has a violent crime rate of 160 per 100,000 residents, 58% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,028 per 100,000 (3% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent160.1/100K
58% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape53.4/100K
Robbery53.4/100K
Assault53.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,027.8/100K
3% above US avg
Burglary426.9/100K
Theft1,494.1/100K
Vehicle Theft106.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)28
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Italy has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.8°F
22% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.2 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall0.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation543 ft (166 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density1,224/sq mi
Coordinates32.1865°N, 96.8858°W
County FIPS48139
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.1%
D 34%

Winner: Republican by 31.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.8%
53% below US avg
High School+86.6%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,224/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities342
Restaurants344
Retail Stores451

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)28
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.6 min
Work from Home4.4%

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