Median Income
$60,466
20% lower than US avg
Home Value
$271,000
4% lower than US avg
Violent Crime
286/100K
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
29.5%
12% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,286
11% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.5%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.7%
10% higher than US avg
How Joshua Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population8,279
Median Age36.6 yrs
Density926/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Economy
B+
Median Income$60,466
Per Capita$31,999
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty13.7%
County GDP$9,609M
Commute32 min
Housing
A
Home Value$271,000
Rent$1,286
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$348,178
Crime
F
Violent286/100K
Property1,749/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault235/100K
Burglary404/100K
Health
Obesity33.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain37.7 in/yr
Elevation912 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+29.5%
High School+85.8%
School Score5.10
Community
2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute32 min
Libraries5
Is Joshua a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Joshua receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates. Joshua offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Joshua is $60,466, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. 13.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Joshua is $271,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,286 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Safety & Crime
Violent crime in Joshua is below the national average at 286 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,749 per 100,000, near the national average.
Education
29.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Joshua enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Joshua has a population of 8,279 with a density of 926 people per square mile. The median age is 36.6 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.4%), with 4.3% Black.
Population
36.6yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 91.8% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Spanish | 8.2% |
| 39% below US avg |
The median household income in Joshua is $60,466, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $60,466 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $31,999 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,107 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $76,277 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.9% |
| 75% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.7% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 4,062 |
| County GDP | $9,609M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 321 |
| Healthcare | 303 |
| Retail | 432 |
| Manufacturing | 188 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,337 |
| 110% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.71% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 31.8 min |
| Work from Home | 6.5% |
The median home value in Joshua is $271,000, 4% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,286 (11% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $348,178.
Home Values
| Census Median | $271,000 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $348,178 |
| Median List Price | $387,449 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $387,449 |
| $/Sq Ft | $150 |
| Homes Sold | 7 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.0% |
| Price Drops | 34.2% |
| Inventory | 38 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,286 |
| 11% 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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,337 |
| 110% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.71% |
In Joshua, 33.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.4% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Joshua vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.5% |
| 4% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.3% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 6.8% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.2% |
| Depression | 25.4% |
| Mental Distress | 19.2% |
| Physical Distress | 13.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 84.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.1% |
| Premature Death | 8,336/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 303 |
Joshua has a violent crime rate of 286 per 100,000 residents, 25% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,749 per 100,000 (11% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.
Crime Rates: Joshua vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 286.0/100K |
| 25% below US avg |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg |
| Rape | 50.5/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 235.5/100K |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 1,749.4/100K |
| 11% below US avg |
| Burglary | 403.7/100K |
| Theft | 1,295.2/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 50.5/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 32 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Joshua has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 65.0°F |
| 20% above US avg |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 37.7 inches |
| 1% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 912 ft (278 m) |
| Area | 8.9 sq mi (23.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 926/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.4591°N, 97.3838°W |
| County FIPS | 48251 |