La Grange, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Fayette County County
La Grange, TX
At a Glance
How La Grange Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows La Grange's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is La Grange a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
La Grange residents earn a median household income of $57,212 , which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,085. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7% (31% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 860 business establishments, including 95 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in La Grange is $320,000 , 14% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $382,906. Median rent is $698/month, with 33.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1973.
Safety & Crime
La Grange reports 348 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 8% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,197/100K.
Education
29.7% of adults in La Grange hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% below the national average). 89.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
La Grange has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches.