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Lindsay, TX

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Lindsay is a small town in Texas with a population of 532. Residents earn $84,217 per year, which is 12% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
532 Population 326/sq mi density
$84,217 Median Income $47,869 per capita
$135,600 Home Value $351,682 Zillow
$1,176 Median Rent 25.7% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$84,217 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$135,600 home value, $1,176/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,217
12% higher than US avg
Home Value $135,600
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,176
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.1%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

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

People

Population532
Median Age46.5 yrs
Density326/mi²
Male / Female87% / 13%
Largest GroupWhite 38%
Veterans7.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$84,217
Per Capita$47,869
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.0%
County GDP$3,433M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$135,600
Rent$1,176
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$351,682
Housing Units446
Rent Burden25.7%

Health

Obesity32.1%
Uninsured43.0%
Smoking16.2%
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain42.8 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation792 ft (241 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+56.7%
Graduate+13.3%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute22 min
Broadband80.8%
Libraries2

Is Lindsay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lindsay receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Lindsay stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lindsay is $84,217, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lindsay is $135,600, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,176 per month. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 56.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Lindsay enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Lindsay has a population of 532 with a density of 326 people per square mile. The median age is 46.5 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (37.6%).

Population

532
Total Population
326
People / sq mi
46.5yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 87.4%
Female 12.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Lindsay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lindsay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lindsay is $84,217, which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Lindsay vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,217
12% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,869
Avg Weekly Wage$1,209
IRS Avg AGI$84,511

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,110
County GDP$3,433M

Business (County)

Restaurants103
Healthcare81
Retail147
Manufacturing73

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,807
123% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.8 min
Drive Alone80.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lindsay is $135,600, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,176 (1% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $351,682.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$135,600
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$351,682
Median List Price$594,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$594,500
$/Sq Ft$188
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio95.7%
Price Drops16.7%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,176
1% above US avg
Rent Burden25.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units446
Median Year Built1994

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,807
123% above US avg
Effective Rate5.76%
In Lindsay, 32.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 43.0% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 25.4% report depression. 19.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.1%
0% below US avg
Diabetes18.9%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma8.7%
COPD5.1%
Cancer4.2%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity19.9%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress18.4%
Short Sleep35.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.2%
Uninsured43.0%
400% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.7%
Dental Visits65.4%
Premature Death8,596/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access62.4%
Healthcare Facilities81
Lindsay has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.8 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.2°F
17% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.8 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall2.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation792 ft (241 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density326/sq mi
Coordinates33.6423°N, 97.2197°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.9-point margin. 80.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.1%
D 16.2%

Winner: Republican by 66.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+56.7%
Graduate Degree+13.3%
School Test Score5.10
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density326/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.8%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities81
Restaurants103
Retail Stores147

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.8 min
Drive Alone80.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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