Lorena, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Lorena is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,506. Residents earn $87,337 per year, which is 16% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,506 Population 391/sq mi density
$87,337 Median Income $37,122 per capita
$263,600 Home Value $338,669 Zillow
$1,352 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
289 Violent Crime/100K 1,908 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$87,337 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$263,600 home value, $1,352/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
289 violent crimes/100K (24% below avg)
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $87,337
16% higher than US avg
Home Value $263,600
6% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 289/100K
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.4%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,352
16% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.6%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,506
Median Age36.1 yrs
Density391/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

A+
Median Income$87,337
Per Capita$37,122
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty2.3%
County GDP$18,479M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$263,600
Rent$1,352
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$338,669

Crime

F
Violent289/100K
Property1,908/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault173/100K
Burglary809/100K

Health

Obesity30.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain38.1 in/yr
Elevation605 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.4%
High School+98.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute20 min
EV Stations1
Libraries9

Is Lorena a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lorena receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a low poverty rate. Lorena offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lorena is $87,337, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lorena is $263,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,352 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Lorena is below the national average at 289 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,908 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Lorena enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Lorena has a population of 1,506 with a density of 391 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 (89.6%), with 1.7% Hispanic, 1.7% Black.

Population

1,506
Total Population
391
People / sq mi
36.1yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
3.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 52.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Lorena vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.0%
15% above US avg
Spanish10.0%
25% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lorena vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lorena is $87,337, which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Lorena vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,337
16% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,122
Avg Weekly Wage$1,161
IRS Avg AGI$72,514

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.3%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,039
County GDP$18,479M

Business (County)

Restaurants607
Healthcare682
Retail879
Manufacturing250

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,892
154% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.3 min
Work from Home6.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Lorena is $263,600, 6% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,352 (16% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $338,669.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$263,600
6% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$338,669
Median List Price$347,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$347,500
$/Sq Ft$197
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory12

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,352
16% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,200

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,892
154% above US avg
Effective Rate3.37%
In Lorena, 30.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.8% report depression. 19.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.6%
5% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma10.1%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity19.9%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.9%
Checkup Rate73.4%
Premature Death9,298/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access67.9%
Healthcare Facilities682
Lorena has a violent crime rate of 289 per 100,000 residents, 24% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,908 per 100,000 (3% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent289.0/100K
24% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape115.6/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault173.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,907.5/100K
3% below US avg
Burglary809.3/100K
Theft1,098.3/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Lorena has an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.4°F
21% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.1 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation605 ft (184 m)
Area3.9 sq mi (10.0 km²)
Population Density391/sq mi
Coordinates31.3831°N, 97.2102°W
County FIPS48309
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 35.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 34%

Winner: Republican by 30.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.4%
5% above US avg
High School+98.0%
School Test Score5.10
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density391/sq mi
Total Area3.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities682
Restaurants607
Retail Stores879

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.3 min
Work from Home6.6%

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