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Lorenzo, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Lorenzo is a small town in Texas with a population of 843. Residents earn $42,885 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
843 Population 887/sq mi density
$42,885 Median Income $21,103 per capita
$89,100 Home Value $108,494 Zillow
$625 Median Rent 33.0% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$42,885 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$89,100 home value, $625/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,885
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $89,100
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.6%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $625
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.9%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 28.3%
128% higher than US avg

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

People

Population843
Median Age37.9 yrs
Density887/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 62%
Veterans6.6%

Economy

C+
Median Income$42,885
Per Capita$21,103
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty28.3%
County GDP$259M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$89,100
Rent$625
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$108,494
Housing Units404
Rent Burden33.0%

Health

Obesity42.9%
Uninsured30.4%
Smoking17.7%
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain18.3 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation3,168 ft (966 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.6%
High School+71.1%
Graduate+0.6%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute22 min
Broadband85.7%
Libraries3

Is Lorenzo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lorenzo 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. Lorenzo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lorenzo is $42,885, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. The poverty rate of 28.3% 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 Lorenzo is $89,100, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $625 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Lorenzo enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.3 inches, including 7.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Lorenzo has a population of 843 with a density of 887 people per square mile. The median age is 37.9 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (62.2%), with 1.7% Hispanic, 5.7% Black.

Population

843
Total Population
887
People / sq mi
37.9yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Lorenzo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only68.6%
13% below US avg
Spanish31.4%
134% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Lorenzo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lorenzo is $42,885, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Lorenzo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,885
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,103
Avg Weekly Wage$904
IRS Avg AGI$54,991

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate28.3%
128% above US avg
Establishments (County)178
County GDP$259M

Business (County)

Restaurants3
Healthcare12
Retail18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,367
4% below US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.3 min
Drive Alone81.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Lorenzo is $89,100, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $625 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $108,494.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$89,100
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$108,494

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$625
46% below US avg
Rent Burden33.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.5%
Housing Units404
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,367
4% below US avg
Effective Rate3.78%
In Lorenzo, 42.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.4% of residents lack health insurance. 17.7% are current smokers. 22.9% report depression. 39.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.9%
34% above US avg
Diabetes16.2%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure36.3%
Asthma10.1%
COPD7.7%
Cancer5.3%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.7%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity39.3%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress17.5%
Short Sleep41.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate74.0%
Uninsured30.4%
253% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.8%
Dental Visits40.8%
Premature Death16,653/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access52.0%
Healthcare Facilities12
Lorenzo has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.3 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.4°F
14% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.3 inches
52% below US avg
Snowfall7.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,168 ft (966 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density887/sq mi
Coordinates33.6703°N, 101.5361°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48107
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.3-point margin. 85.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.3%
D 24%

Winner: Republican by 51.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.6%
80% below US avg
High School+71.1%
Graduate Degree+0.6%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density887/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.7%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants3
Retail Stores18

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.3 min
Drive Alone81.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.1%

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