Texas
Livingston is a small city in Texas with a population of 5,728. Residents earn $52,385 per year, which is 30% below the national average.
Based on current data, Livingston receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Livingston has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Livingston is $52,385, 30% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 20.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
The median home value in Livingston is $158,100, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,098 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 619 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,192 per 100,000, 216% above the national average.
15.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Livingston enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 68.2% |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 31.8% |
| 137% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $52,385 |
| 30% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $26,787 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $978 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $71,836 |
| Unemployment | 3.4% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 20.5% |
| 65% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 958 |
| County GDP | $1,866M |
| Restaurants | 84 |
| Healthcare | 93 |
| Retail | 151 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,442 |
| 84% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.07% |
| Commute Time | 23.7 min |
| Work from Home | 1.9% |
| Census Median | $158,100 |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $195,201 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,098 |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,250 |
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
| Owner-Occupied | 53.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,442 |
| 84% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.07% |
| Obesity | 38.9% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.4% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 7.5% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.0% |
| Depression | 25.2% |
| Mental Distress | 20.3% |
| Physical Distress | 15.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 76.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 73.0% |
| Premature Death | 13,398/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 29.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 93 |
| Total Violent | 619.2/100K |
| 63% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 77.4/100K |
| Robbery | 154.8/100K |
| Assault | 387.0/100K |
| Total Property | 6,192.0/100K |
| 216% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 832.0/100K |
| Theft | 5,089.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 270.9/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 68.6°F |
| 27% above US avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 51.0 inches |
| 34% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 183 ft (56 m) |
| Area | 8.7 sq mi (22.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 656/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.7100°N, 94.9379°W |
| County FIPS | 48373 |
Winner: Republican by 58.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 15.2% |
| 55% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 82.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.10 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 656/sq mi |
| Total Area | 8.7 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 4 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 6 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 93 |
| Restaurants | 84 |
| Retail Stores | 151 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 182 |
| Avg Commute | 23.7 min |
| Work from Home | 1.9% |