Texas · Metropolitan Area
Luling is a small city in Texas with a population of 5,486. Residents earn $55,733 per year, which is 26% below the national average.
Based on current data, Luling receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Luling has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Luling is $55,733, 26% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
The median home value in Luling is $212,500, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,038 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
The violent crime rate of 542 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,730 per 100,000, near the national average.
11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Luling enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 62.8% |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 37.2% |
| 178% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $55,733 |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,965 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,019 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,854 |
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 3.9% |
| 69% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 887 |
| County GDP | $1,559M |
| Restaurants | 75 |
| Healthcare | 71 |
| Retail | 92 |
| Manufacturing | 30 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,922 |
| 98% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.26% |
| Commute Time | 27.2 min |
| Work from Home | 5.6% |
| Census Median | $212,500 |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $219,300 |
| Median List Price | $259,990 |
| Median List Price | $259,990 |
| $/Sq Ft | $142 |
| Homes Sold | 4 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 87.8% |
| Price Drops | 20.0% |
| Inventory | 35 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,038 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
| Owner-Occupied | 67.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,922 |
| 98% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.26% |
| Obesity | 42.1% |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.2% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 6.7% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.8% |
| Depression | 22.6% |
| Mental Distress | 18.9% |
| Physical Distress | 15.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 78.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.7% |
| Premature Death | 9,139/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 40.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 71 |
| Total Violent | 541.8/100K |
| 43% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 69.9/100K |
| Robbery | 52.4/100K |
| Assault | 419.4/100K |
| Total Property | 1,730.2/100K |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 349.5/100K |
| Theft | 1,310.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 69.9/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 17 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 69.4°F |
| 29% above US avg | |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (30°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 35.4 inches |
| 7% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 409 ft (125 m) |
| Area | 5.5 sq mi (14.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 996/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.6817°N, 97.6467°W |
| County FIPS | 48055 |
Winner: Republican by 14.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 11.0% |
| 67% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 70.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.10 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 996/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.5 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 5 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 5 |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 71 |
| Restaurants | 75 |
| Retail Stores | 92 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 17 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 27.2 min |
| Work from Home | 5.6% |