Martindale, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Martindale is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,090. Residents earn $79,250 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,090 Population 529/sq mi density
$79,250 Median Income $39,499 per capita
$289,000 Home Value $333,022 Zillow
$964 Median Rent
69°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$79,250 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$289,000 home value, $964/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,250
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $289,000
3% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.5%
15% lower than US avg
Median Rent $964
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.9%
46% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.0%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,090
Median Age46.5 yrs
Density529/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 55%

Economy

A+
Median Income$79,250
Per Capita$39,499
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty6.0%
County GDP$1,559M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$289,000
Rent$964
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$333,022

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property427/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary171/100K

Health

Obesity46.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain36.6 in/yr
Elevation523 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.5%
High School+91.6%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute29 min
Libraries4

Is Martindale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Martindale receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Martindale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Martindale is $79,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Martindale is $289,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $964 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Martindale is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 427 per 100,000, 78% below the national average.

Education

28.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Martindale enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Martindale has a population of 1,090 with a density of 529 people per square mile. The median age is 46.5 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (54.5%), with 2.8% Hispanic.

Population

1,090
Total Population
529
People / sq mi
46.5yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.9%
Female 38.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Martindale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only56.3%
28% below US avg
Spanish43.7%
226% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Martindale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Martindale is $79,250, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Martindale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,250
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,499
Avg Weekly Wage$1,019
IRS Avg AGI$60,854

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)887
County GDP$1,559M

Business (County)

Restaurants75
Healthcare71
Retail92
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,922
98% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.2 min
Work from Home5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Martindale is $289,000, 3% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $964 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $333,022.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$289,000
3% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$333,022

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$964
17% 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-Occupied76.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,922
98% above US avg
Effective Rate2.40%
In Martindale, 46.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.1% report depression. 41.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.9%
46% above US avg
Diabetes17.2%
Heart Disease7.8%
High Blood Pressure37.3%
Asthma10.3%
COPD9.4%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity41.2%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress19.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.8%
Checkup Rate71.4%
Premature Death9,139/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access40.0%
Healthcare Facilities71
Martindale has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 427 per 100,000 (78% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property427.0/100K
78% below US avg
Burglary170.8/100K
Theft256.2/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Martindale has an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

51°F Jan (10°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average68.6°F
27% above US avg
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.6 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation523 ft (159 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density529/sq mi
Coordinates29.8450°N, 97.8383°W
County FIPS48055
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 28.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.6%
D 42.2%

Winner: Republican by 14.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.5%
15% below US avg
High School+91.6%
School Test Score5.10
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density529/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities71
Restaurants75
Retail Stores92

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.2 min
Work from Home5.1%

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