Lindale, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Lindale is a small city in Texas with a population of 6,389. Residents earn $81,603 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
6,389 Population 1,034/sq mi density
$81,603 Median Income $38,502 per capita
$235,000 Home Value $292,001 Zillow
$1,212 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
404 Violent Crime/100K 3,541 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$81,603 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$235,000 home value, $1,212/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
404 violent crimes/100K (6% above avg)
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,603
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $235,000
17% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 404/100K
6% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.4%
25% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,212
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.1%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,389
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density1,034/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

A+
Median Income$81,603
Per Capita$38,502
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty8.1%
County GDP$16,657M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$235,000
Rent$1,212
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$292,001

Crime

F
Violent404/100K
Property3,541/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault330/100K
Burglary734/100K

Health

Obesity35.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain42.1 in/yr
Elevation542 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.4%
High School+88.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute28 min
EV Stations1
Libraries6

Is Lindale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lindale receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Lindale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lindale is $81,603, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lindale is $235,000, 17% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,212 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 404 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,541 per 100,000, 81% above the national average.

Education

25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Lindale enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Lindale has a population of 6,389 with a density of 1,034 people per square mile. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.8%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 9.4% Black.

Population

6,389
Total Population
1,034
People / sq mi
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
6.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Lindale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.8%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.2%
61% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lindale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lindale is $81,603, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Lindale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,603
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,502
Avg Weekly Wage$1,105
IRS Avg AGI$83,327

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.1%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,931
County GDP$16,657M

Business (County)

Restaurants536
Healthcare690
Retail868
Manufacturing184

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,835
124% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.9 min
Work from Home12.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Lindale is $235,000, 17% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,212 (4% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $292,001.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$235,000
17% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$292,001
Median List Price$295,695

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$295,695
$/Sq Ft$168
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops26.4%
Inventory72

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,212
4% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,395

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,835
124% above US avg
Effective Rate3.33%
In Lindale, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.1% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity24.6%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress13.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.9%
Checkup Rate72.6%
Premature Death9,375/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access69.0%
Healthcare Facilities690
Lindale has a violent crime rate of 404 per 100,000 residents, 6% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,541 per 100,000 (81% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent403.7/100K
6% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape36.7/100K
Robbery36.7/100K
Assault330.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,541.3/100K
81% above US avg
Burglary733.9/100K
Theft2,715.6/100K
Vehicle Theft91.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Lindale has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average66.6°F
23% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.1 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation542 ft (165 m)
Area6.2 sq mi (16.0 km²)
Population Density1,034/sq mi
Coordinates32.4941°N, 95.4073°W
County FIPS48423
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.1%
D 27%

Winner: Republican by 45.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.4%
25% below US avg
High School+88.0%
School Test Score5.10
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,034/sq mi
Total Area6.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities690
Restaurants536
Retail Stores868

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.9 min
Work from Home12.5%

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