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Loraine, TX

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Loraine is a small town in Texas with a population of 702. Residents earn $34,605 per year, which is 54% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
702 Population 675/sq mi density
$34,605 Median Income $20,311 per capita
$57,800 Home Value $96,821 Zillow
$367 Median Rent 37.8% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 328 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$34,605 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$57,800 home value, $367/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,605
54% lower than US avg
Home Value $57,800
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.3%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent $367
68% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 29.9%
141% higher than US avg

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

People

Population702
Median Age36.1 yrs
Density675/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 58%
Veterans7.8%

Economy

C+
Median Income$34,605
Per Capita$20,311
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty29.9%
County GDP$468M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$57,800
Rent$367
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$96,821
Housing Units303
Rent Burden37.8%

Health

Obesity38.5%
Uninsured24.6%
Smoking15.2%
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain22.0 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation2,281 ft (695 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.3%
High School+77.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute22 min
Broadband75.6%
Libraries1

Is Loraine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Loraine receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Loraine offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Loraine is $34,605, 54% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 29.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Loraine is $57,800, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $367 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Loraine enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 328 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Loraine has a population of 702 with a density of 675 people per square mile. The median age is 36.1 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (58.1%), with 12.4% Hispanic, 4.1% Black.

Population

702
Total Population
675
People / sq mi
36.1yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.3%
Female 38.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Loraine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only76.4%
3% below US avg
Spanish23.6%
76% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Loraine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Loraine is $34,605, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 29.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Loraine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,605
54% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,311
Avg Weekly Wage$1,116
IRS Avg AGI$71,449

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate29.9%
141% above US avg
Establishments (County)180
County GDP$468M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare5
Retail25
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,600
60% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate9.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.8 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit6.7%
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Loraine is $57,800, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $367 (68% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $96,821.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$57,800
79% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$96,821

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$367
68% below US avg
Rent Burden37.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.9%
Housing Units303
Median Year Built1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,600
60% above US avg
Effective Rate9.69%
In Loraine, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.6% of residents lack health insurance. 15.2% are current smokers. 22.3% report depression. 32.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes13.2%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure33.6%
Asthma9.9%
COPD6.4%
Cancer5.8%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.2%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity32.5%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress15.0%
Short Sleep40.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.0%
Uninsured24.6%
186% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,814
Dentists1:8,943
Checkup Rate71.7%
Dental Visits51.9%
Premature Death11,322/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access61.1%
Healthcare Facilities5
Loraine has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.0 inches. The area enjoys 328 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average63.6°F
18% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.0 inches
42% below US avg
Snowfall1.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,281 ft (695 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density675/sq mi
Coordinates32.4087°N, 100.7125°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48335
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 5.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 71.3-point margin. 75.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.3%
D 14%

Winner: Republican by 71.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.3%
84% below US avg
High School+77.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density675/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.6%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants19
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.8 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit6.7%
Work from Home4.1%

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