Jourdanton, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Jourdanton is a small town in Texas with a population of 4,166. Residents earn $82,302 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
4,166 Population 1,145/sq mi density
$82,302 Median Income $35,815 per capita
$159,400 Home Value $229,242 Zillow
$959 Median Rent
72°F Avg Temperature
144 Violent Crime/100K 96 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$82,302 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$159,400 home value, $959/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
144 violent crimes/100K (62% below avg)
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,302
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $159,400
43% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 144/100K
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.0%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent $959
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.8%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.6%
39% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,166
Median Age36.4 yrs
Density1,145/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 67%

Economy

A+
Median Income$82,302
Per Capita$35,815
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty7.6%
County GDP$4,830M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$159,400
Rent$959
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$229,242

Crime

F
Violent144/100K
Property96/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault144/100K
Burglary72/100K

Health

Obesity41.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain26.8 in/yr
Elevation488 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.0%
High School+83.7%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute18 min
EV Stations2
Libraries5

Is Jourdanton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jourdanton receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Jourdanton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jourdanton is $82,302, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jourdanton is $159,400, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $959 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Jourdanton is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 144 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 96 per 100,000, 95% below the national average.

Education

21.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Jourdanton has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Jourdanton has a population of 4,166 with a density of 1,145 people per square mile. The median age is 36.4 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66.6%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 1.2% Black.

Population

4,166
Total Population
1,145
People / sq mi
36.4yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Jourdanton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only72.7%
7% below US avg
Spanish27.3%
104% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Jourdanton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jourdanton is $82,302, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Jourdanton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,302
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,815
Avg Weekly Wage$1,220
IRS Avg AGI$61,467

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.6%
39% below US avg
Establishments (County)942
County GDP$4,830M

Business (County)

Restaurants83
Healthcare79
Retail130
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,902
69% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.7 min
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Jourdanton is $159,400, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $959 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $229,242.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$159,400
43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$229,242
Median List Price$225,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$225,000
$/Sq Ft$136
Homes Sold7
Sale-to-List Ratio97.8%
Price Drops37.0%
Inventory27

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$959
18% 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-Occupied75.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,902
69% above US avg
Effective Rate3.70%
In Jourdanton, 41.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 33.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.8%
30% above US avg
Diabetes13.5%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure34.5%
Asthma9.6%
COPD6.2%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity33.9%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.8%
Checkup Rate72.1%
Premature Death10,228/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access45.3%
Healthcare Facilities79
Jourdanton has a violent crime rate of 144 per 100,000 residents, 62% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 96 per 100,000 (95% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent143.7/100K
62% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault143.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property95.8/100K
95% below US avg
Burglary71.9/100K
Theft24.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Jourdanton has an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average72.3°F
34% above US avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.8 inches
29% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation488 ft (149 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.4 km²)
Population Density1,145/sq mi
Coordinates28.9140°N, 98.5408°W
County FIPS48013
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 21.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.3%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.0%
38% below US avg
High School+83.7%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,145/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities79
Restaurants83
Retail Stores130

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.7 min
Work from Home5.6%

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