Livingston, TX

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.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,728 Population 656/sq mi density
$52,385 Median Income $26,787 per capita
$158,100 Home Value $195,201 Zillow
$1,098 Median Rent
69°F Avg Temperature
619 Violent Crime/100K 6,192 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$52,385 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$158,100 home value, $1,098/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
619 violent crimes/100K (63% above avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,385
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $158,100
44% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 619/100K
63% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.2%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,098
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.5%
65% higher than US avg

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

People

Population5,728
Median Age37.1 yrs
Density656/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 66%

Economy

B
Median Income$52,385
Per Capita$26,787
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty20.5%
County GDP$1,866M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$158,100
Rent$1,098
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$195,201

Crime

F
Violent619/100K
Property6,192/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault387/100K
Burglary832/100K

Health

Obesity38.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Elevation183 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.2%
High School+82.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute24 min
EV Stations4
Libraries3

Is Livingston a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Livingston has a population of 5,728 with a density of 656 people per square mile. The median age is 37.1 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66.1%), with 15.7% Black.

Population

5,728
Total Population
656
People / sq mi
37.1yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
8.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Livingston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only68.2%
13% below US avg
Spanish31.8%
137% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Livingston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Livingston is $52,385, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Livingston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,385
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,787
Avg Weekly Wage$978
IRS Avg AGI$71,836

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.5%
65% above US avg
Establishments (County)958
County GDP$1,866M

Business (County)

Restaurants84
Healthcare93
Retail151
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,442
84% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.7 min
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Livingston is $158,100, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,098 (6% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $195,201.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$158,100
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$195,201

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,098
6% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,250

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied53.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,442
84% above US avg
Effective Rate4.07%
In Livingston, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.2% report depression. 32.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes13.0%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure35.4%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.5%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity32.0%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress15.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.9%
Checkup Rate73.0%
Premature Death13,398/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access29.2%
Healthcare Facilities93
Livingston has a violent crime rate of 619 per 100,000 residents, 63% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 6,192 per 100,000 (216% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent619.2/100K
63% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape77.4/100K
Robbery154.8/100K
Assault387.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property6,192.0/100K
216% above US avg
Burglary832.0/100K
Theft5,089.0/100K
Vehicle Theft270.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Livingston has an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average68.6°F
27% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation183 ft (56 m)
Area8.7 sq mi (22.6 km²)
Population Density656/sq mi
Coordinates30.7100°N, 94.9379°W
County FIPS48373
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 15.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.1%
D 20.2%

Winner: Republican by 58.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.2%
55% below US avg
High School+82.0%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density656/sq mi
Total Area8.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities93
Restaurants84
Retail Stores151

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disaster Declarations182
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.7 min
Work from Home1.9%

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