Madisonville, TX

Texas

Madisonville is a small town in Texas with a population of 4,510. Residents earn $55,634 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,510 Population 1,079/sq mi density
$55,634 Median Income $28,406 per capita
$109,500 Home Value $243,626 Zillow
$801 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
372 Violent Crime/100K 2,914 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$55,634 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$109,500 home value, $801/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
372 violent crimes/100K (2% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,634
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $109,500
61% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 372/100K
2% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.1%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $801
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.3%
64% higher than US avg

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

People

Population4,510
Median Age38.6 yrs
Density1,079/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 49%

Economy

B
Median Income$55,634
Per Capita$28,406
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty20.3%
County GDP$741M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$109,500
Rent$801
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$243,626

Crime

F
Violent372/100K
Property2,914/100K
Murder21.9/100K
Assault241/100K
Burglary526/100K

Health

Obesity40.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain46.8 in/yr
Elevation267 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.1%
High School+71.6%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 18%
Commute14 min
EV Stations3
Libraries1

Is Madisonville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Madisonville receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Madisonville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Madisonville is $55,634, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. The poverty rate of 20.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Madisonville is $109,500, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $801 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Madisonville is below the national average at 372 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,914 per 100,000, 49% above the national average.

Education

15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Madisonville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Madisonville has a population of 4,510 with a density of 1,079 people per square mile. The median age is 38.6 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (48.6%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 24.3% Black.

Population

4,510
Total Population
1,079
People / sq mi
38.6yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
4.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Madisonville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only68.9%
12% below US avg
Spanish31.1%
132% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Madisonville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Madisonville is $55,634, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Madisonville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,634
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,406
Avg Weekly Wage$981
IRS Avg AGI$62,005

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.3%
64% above US avg
Establishments (County)301
County GDP$741M

Business (County)

Restaurants44
Healthcare19
Retail42
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,533
58% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.0 min
Work from Home5.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Madisonville is $109,500, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $801 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $243,626.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,500
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$243,626

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$801
31% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,533
58% above US avg
Effective Rate5.05%
In Madisonville, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 35.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.8%
27% above US avg
Diabetes15.1%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure37.4%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.6%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity35.7%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress16.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.7%
Checkup Rate73.6%
Premature Death12,165/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access24.1%
Healthcare Facilities19
Madisonville has a violent crime rate of 372 per 100,000 residents, 2% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,914 per 100,000 (49% above US avg). The murder rate is 21.9 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent372.5/100K
2% below US avg
Murder21.9/100K
248% above US avg
Rape43.8/100K
Robbery65.7/100K
Assault241.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,914.1/100K
49% above US avg
Burglary525.9/100K
Theft2,344.4/100K
Vehicle Theft43.8/100K
Arson21.9/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Madisonville has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.1°F
24% above US avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.8 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall0.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation267 ft (81 m)
Area4.2 sq mi (10.8 km²)
Population Density1,079/sq mi
Coordinates30.9540°N, 95.9093°W
County FIPS48313
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82%
D 17.6%

Winner: Republican by 64.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.1%
55% below US avg
High School+71.6%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,079/sq mi
Total Area4.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants44
Retail Stores42

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
FEMA Disaster Declarations182
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.0 min
Work from Home5.8%

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