Lorena, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · McLennan County County
Lorena, TX
At a Glance
How Lorena Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lorena's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lorena a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lorena residents earn a median household income of $87,337 , which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,122. The unemployment rate stands at 1.1% (69% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 6,039 business establishments, including 607 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lorena is $263,600 , 6% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $345,343. Median rent is $1,352/month, with 31.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1984.
Safety & Crime
Lorena reports 221 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 42% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,381/100K.
Education
35.4% of adults in Lorena hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% above the national average). 98.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lorena has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 53.