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Moody, TX

Texas · McLennan County · Waco Metro

Moody is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,258. Residents earn $57,125 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,258 Population 905/sq mi density
$57,125 Median Income $28,060 per capita
$121,200 Home Value $315,992 Zillow
65°F Avg Temperature 303 sunny days/yr
115 Violent Crime/100K 2,010 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$57,125 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$121,200 home value
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
115 violent crimes/100K (70% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $57,125
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $121,200
57% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 115/100K
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.4%
57% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.1%
30% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,258
Median Age37.1 yrs
Density905/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Veterans6.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,125
Per Capita$28,060
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty16.1%
County GDP$18,479M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$121,200
Ownership72.6%
Zillow$315,992
Housing Units554
Rent Burden29.1%

Crime

F
Violent115/100K
Property2,010/100K

Health

Obesity37.2%
Uninsured19.1%
Smoking17.7%
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain38.1 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation773 ft (236 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.4%
High School+88.7%
Graduate+8.3%
School Score5.11

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute24 min
Broadband92.7%
EV Stations2
Libraries9

Is Moody a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Moody is $57,125, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. The poverty rate of 16.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Moody is $121,200, 57% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Moody is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 115 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,010 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Moody enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Moody has a population of 1,258 with a density of 905 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 37.1 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.9% female and 47.1% male. The city is predominantly White (73.6%), with 4% Hispanic, 7.6% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 86.6% of residents, while 13.4% speak Spanish. 6.4% of the population are veterans. 20.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 86.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,258
Total Population
905
People / sq mi
37.1yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Moody vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 86.6%
10% above US avg
Spanish 13.4%
0% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Moody vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Moody is $57,125, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,060 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,161, 19% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.1% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 6,039 business establishments, including 607 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes. 3.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Moody vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,125
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,060
Avg Weekly Wage$1,161
IRS Avg AGI$72,514
Gini Index0.476 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.1%
30% above US avg
Establishments (County)6,039
County GDP$18,479M

Business (County)

Restaurants607
Healthcare682
Retail879
Manufacturing250

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,892
154% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.6 min
Drive Alone92.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Moody is $121,200, 57% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $315,992, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 93.9% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. 72.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 554 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1974. The average annual property tax is $8,892 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 29.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$121,200
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$315,992
Median List Price$279,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$279,900
$/Sq Ft$166
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio93.9%
Price Drops42.9%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership72.6%
Owner-Occupied72.6%
Renter-Occupied27.4%
Housing Units554
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,892
154% above US avg
Effective Rate7.34%
In Moody, 37.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.8% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.5% of residents. 34.6% have high blood pressure. 17.7% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.2% report binge drinking. 31.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 26.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.5% experience frequent mental distress. 19.1% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,303. The dentist ratio is 1:1,803. 67.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.0 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure34.6%
Asthma11.1%
COPD8.2%
Cancer6.5%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.7%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity31.0%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress15.9%
Short Sleep41.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.1%
Uninsured19.1%
122% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,303
Dentists1:1,803
Mental Health1:465
Checkup Rate72.5%
Dental Visits46.4%
Premature Death9,298/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access67.9%
Healthcare Facilities682
Moody has a violent crime rate of 115 per 100,000 residents, 70% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,010 per 100,000, 3% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 38 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Moody receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent114.9/100K
70% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property2,010.3/100K
3% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38
Traffic Accidents4
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Moody enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 303 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 773 feet.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.4°F
21% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Geography

Elevation773 ft (236 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density905/sq mi
Coordinates31.3066°N, 97.3590°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyMcLennan County County
Nearest AirportDraughon-Miller Central Texas Regional (TPL)
11 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.1"
0% below US avg
Snowfall 0.1"
Wettest Month (May) 4.49"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.77"

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0462 ppm
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)0.41 ppb
CO (Carbon Monoxide)0.30 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score91.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability65.4 / 100
Community Resilience78.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Relatively Moderate
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Very High
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively High
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

31 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M3.1 on May 1, 2024.

May 7, 2015 5 km N of Venus, Texas M4.0 133 km
Jun 24, 2012 3 km SSE of Briaroaks, Texas M3.5 130 km
May 19, 2018 8 km NW of Venus, Texas M3.4 132 km
Jan 18, 2012 9 km SSE of Godley, Texas M3.3 119 km
Jun 15, 2012 5 km SSE of Briaroaks, Texas M3.3 129 km
May 1, 2024 7 km S of Mansfield, Texas M3.2 134 km
May 1, 2024 7 km SSW of Mansfield, Texas M3.1 134 km
Jul 17, 2011 2 km ESE of Venus, Texas M3.0 127 km
Dec 5, 2009 7 km S of Midlothian, Texas M2.9 127 km
Sep 3, 2015 7 km NNE of Leander, Texas M2.9 86 km
Jul 10, 2012 6 km NNE of Keene, Texas M2.8 127 km
Jun 2, 2009 1 km WNW of Cleburne, Texas M2.8 116 km
Jul 6, 2012 5 km NE of Keene, Texas M2.7 125 km
Oct 17, 2012 6 km WSW of Cedar Hill, Texas M2.7 143 km
Jul 13, 2012 1 km WSW of Briaroaks, Texas M2.7 133 km
Feb 4, 2016 7 km SSW of Mansfield, Texas M2.7 134 km
Jun 12, 2011 4 km NNW of Plum Grove, Texas M2.7 109 km
Feb 24, 2013 6 km SSW of Oak Leaf, Texas M2.7 137 km
Mar 10, 2013 6 km NNE of Godley, Texas M2.7 134 km
Mar 17, 2013 3 km S of Oak Leaf, Texas M2.6 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

4 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Beryl (2024, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Beryl Category 1 259 km
2017 Harvey Category 1 290 km
2008 Ike Category 2 199 km
1983 Alicia Category 3 252 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

464 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 164 fatalities, 989 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
May 27, 1997 EF5 60 km 27
May 6, 1973 EF5 38 km 0
May 11, 1953 EF5 34 km 114
Mar 10, 1973 EF4 56 km 6
Mar 31, 1959 EF4 62 km 6
Apr 21, 1952 EF4 23 km 0
Apr 12, 2022 EF3 62 km 0
Apr 13, 2019 EF3 78 km 0
May 12, 2000 EF3 66 km 2
May 27, 1997 EF3 3 km 0
May 27, 1997 EF3 19 km 0
May 27, 1997 EF3 95 km 0
Apr 27, 1990 EF3 88 km 0
Mar 14, 1990 EF3 30 km 0
May 17, 1989 EF3 65 km 1
May 9, 1981 EF3 80 km 0
Apr 7, 1980 EF3 93 km 1
May 11, 1978 EF3 80 km 0
May 26, 1976 EF3 26 km 2
May 25, 1976 EF3 80 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: CRITTENBERG COMPLEX (21,391 ac, 2022).

Year Name Acres Distance
2022 CRITTENBERG COMPLEX 21,391 33 km
2011 ROBINETTE 6,039 37 km
2011 UNNAMED 5,706 32 km
2011 BIG TRICKLE RANCH FIRE 3,623 98 km
2011 C#491 3,616 71 km
2022 3 OAKS 3,294 93 km
2018 HARMAN ROAD 3,094 58 km
2009 OWL CREEK 2,376 34 km
2011 UNNAMED 2,236 34 km
2006 BROWNS CREEK RANGE 1,889 34 km
2011 UNNAMED 1,581 42 km
2011 CORYELL COMPLEX 1,572 72 km
2008 BERTRAM 1,567 83 km
2008 HWY 195 FIRE 1,523 68 km
2008 CR 208 1,483 80 km
2009 UNNAMED 1,445 28 km
2022 DRY BRANCH 1,424 94 km
1993 UNNAMED 1,317 98 km
2009 617 1,223 98 km
2005 UNNAMED 1,140 35 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 46°F (8°C) 1.9 in Coldest
February 51°F (11°C) 2.5 in
March 58°F (15°C) 2.5 in
April 66°F (19°C) 3.1 in
May 73°F (23°C) 4.5 in Wettest
June 80°F (27°C) 3.5 in
July 83°F (29°C) 1.8 in Driest
August 84°F (29°C) 2.1 in Warmest
September 78°F (25°C) 3.5 in
October 68°F (20°C) 3.4 in
November 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
December 49°F (9°C) 2.2 in

Moody has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 46°F in January to 84°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 33.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.5") and July the driest (1.8").

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Moody is located in McLennan County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 14.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 57% below the national average of 33.7%. 88.7% have completed high school. 8.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 64.9% of the vote, a 30.9-point margin. 92.7% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 9 public libraries serving the community. 682 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 92.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 34%

Winner: Republican by 30.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38
Traffic Accidents4
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.4%
57% below US avg
High School+88.7%
Graduate Degree+8.3%
School Test Score5.11
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density905/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi
CountyMcLennan County County

Services

Broadband Access92.7%
Avg Download Speed205.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed41.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities682
Restaurants607
Retail Stores879

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.6 min
Drive Alone92.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%
Average costs for common services in Moody. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $243 ($146–$388)
Specialist Visit $340 ($194–$534)
Urgent Care Visit $194 ($97–$340)
Emergency Room Visit $2,136 ($777–$4,855)
Dental Cleaning $126 ($73–$194)
Dental Filling $243 ($146–$388)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $44 ($24–$73)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $73 ($49–$117)
Brake Pad Replacement $291 ($146–$486)
Tire Rotation $39 ($19–$73)
New Tires (Set of 4) $583 ($388–$971)
Battery Replacement $194 ($97–$340)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $97 ($58–$146)
Electrician (Per Hour) $87 ($49–$136)
HVAC Repair $388 ($146–$777)
HVAC System Install $6,797 ($3,884–$11,652)
Roof Repair $971 ($388–$1,942)
Roof Replacement $8,739 ($5,341–$14,565)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,457 ($486–$3,399)
Divorce (Contested) $14,565 ($4,855–$29,130)
DUI Defense $4,855 ($1,942–$9,710)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,457 ($777–$2,913)
Will Preparation $486 ($194–$971)
Trust Preparation $2,428 ($971–$4,855)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut $53 ($29–$97)
Hair Coloring (Full) $146 ($73–$243)
Manicure $24 ($15–$44)
Pedicure $39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour) $78 ($49–$126)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.98 ($2.91–$5.34)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.40 ($2.43–$4.86)
Loaf of Bread $3.69 ($2.43–$5.34)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.37 ($2.91–$6.31)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.34 ($3.88–$7.28)
Rice (per lb) $0.97 ($0.58–$1.75)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $136 ($78–$243)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $68 ($29–$146)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $68 ($39–$117)
Internet (Monthly) $68 ($39–$97)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $63 ($29–$97)
Cable TV (Monthly) $83 ($49–$146)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $194 ($73–$486)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,942 ($1,165–$3,399)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $68 ($29–$126)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($7.77–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $97 ($29–$243)
Driver's License Renewal $29 ($15–$73)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,165 ($583–$2,428)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $971 ($486–$1,942)
After-School Care (Monthly) $388 ($194–$680)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $49 ($24–$97)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $971 ($388–$2,428)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,138 ($4,855–$29,130)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $58 ($29–$97)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $97 ($49–$194)
Dog Grooming $58 ($29–$97)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $39 ($19–$73)
Dog Spay/Neuter $291 ($146–$486)
Cat Spay/Neuter $194 ($97–$388)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$580
Toddler$550
Preschool$537
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$528
Toddler$507
Preschool$502
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in McLennan County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 15,864 296 $78,674 1.57
Health Care & Social Assistance 15,374 620 $62,152 0.87
Retail Trade 13,140 809 $39,307 1.07
Accommodation & Food Services 12,776 606 $22,465 1.15
Construction 8,489 598 $65,677 1.32
Administrative & Waste Services 6,389 398 $40,488 0.88
Wholesale Trade 5,784 288 $73,533 1.20
Finance & Insurance 5,251 396 $82,855 1.05
Educational Services 5,168 86 $84,628 2.04
Professional & Technical Services 4,706 533 $106,528 0.55
Transportation & Warehousing 2,957 147 $56,663 0.57
Other Services 2,740 460 $50,989 0.74
Real Estate 2,414 314 $64,055 1.27
Arts & Entertainment 1,112 74 $27,078 0.54
Information & Technology 778 78 $60,426 0.34
Utilities 460 26 $118,497 0.99
Management of Companies 419 25 $69,800 0.20
Mining & Oil/Gas 216 10 $73,254 0.47
Agriculture & Forestry 194 55 $36,695 0.20
Unclassified 48 31 $43,605 0.28

Schools in Moody

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
MOODY EL Elementary 256 19 13.5:1
MOODY H S High 220 22 10.0:1
MOODY MIDDLE Middle 194 16 12.1:1
MOODY PRE-K 50 3 16.7:1
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Radio Stations near Moody

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Alex Jones - Infowars conspiracies, information MP3 64 kbps
US105 AAC+ 64 kbps

Campgrounds Near Moody

16 campgrounds found near Moody.

NameRatingSitesPrice
LIVE OAK RIDGE 4.6/5 47 $24–$30
AIRPORT PARK 4.5/5 69 $20–$200
CEDAR RIDGE (TX) 4.4/5 77 $20–$200
DANA PEAK 4.4/5 31 $20–$120
MIDWAY 4.4/5 37 $20–$52
UNION GROVE 4.4/5 38 $24–$60
WINKLER PARK 4.4/5 14 $20
SPEEGLEVILLE PARK 4.3/5 32 $32–$36
TEMPLES LAKE 4.2/5 1 $40
WESTCLIFF 4.2/5 28 $20–$30
WHITE FLINT PARK 4.2/5 23 $30–$40
REYNOLDS CREEK 4.1/5 40 $20–$75
STILLHOUSE 4.1/5 2 $120
TWIN BRIDGES GROUP SHELTER 3.6/5 1 $100
AIRPORT BEACH SHELTER 3.0/5 1 $100
BELTON LAKEVIEW PARK 2.7/5 2 $60–$120

National Parks Near Moody

10 national parks and monuments found near Moody.

ParkTypeFee
Cleburne State Park State Park Free
Dinosaur Valley State Park State Park Free
Fort Parker State Park State Park Free
Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek State Park Free
Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit State Park Free
Lake Somerville Trailway State Park State Park Free
Longhorn Cavern State Park State Park Free
Meridian State Park State Park Free
Mother Neff State Park State Park Free
Waco Mammoth National Monument National Monument Free

Museums in Moody

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
ARMSTRONG BROWNING LIBRARY AND MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2547103566$840,046,127
MARTIN MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM2547106390$840,046,127
MAYBORN MUSEUM COMPLEXGENERAL MUSEUM2547101110$840,046,127
STRECKER MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2547101110$840,046,127
STRECKER MUSEUM- YOUTH CULTURAL CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM2547101110$840,046,127
STRECKER MUSEUM-GOVERNOR BILL AND VARA DANIEL HISTORIC VILLAGEHISTORY MUSEUM2547101110$840,046,127
UNIVERSITY ART GALLERYART MUSEUM2547101110$840,046,127
DR PEPPER MUSEUM AND FREE ENTERPRISE INSTITUTEGENERAL MUSEUM2547571025$611,690
TEXAS MUSEUMS & HALLS OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM$511,617
EAST TERRACE MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION2547535166$338,807
HISTORIC WACO FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION2547535166$338,807
TEXAS REDMEN FOUNDATIONHISTORY MUSEUM2547561221$147,967
CZECH HERITAGE AND HISTORY MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM119 WEST FRENCH AVE2548992935$126,114
BELL COUNTY MUSEUM ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION2549335243$109,566
TEXAS BRAZOS TRAILBLAZERSHISTORIC PRESERVATION$89,963
TEXAS TENNIS MUSEUM & HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM2547561633$74,270
RAILROAD AND PIONEER MUSEUM OF TEMPLE TEXASGENERAL MUSEUM2542985172$5,030
MUSEUM OF AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY AND CULTUREHISTORY MUSEUM2547728226$750
B-66 DESTROYER ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
BAYLOR LIBRARY SERIALSGENERAL MUSEUM
BEND OF THE RIVER BOTANIC GARDENARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER2 N MAIN ST STE 201
BOSQUE COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CARLEEN BRIGHT ARBORETUMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER1 PAVILION WAY2543999204
CENTRA-MODHISTORIC PRESERVATION317 W AVENUE B
COUNTRY LIFE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM101 THE GROVE LN2549863437
EARLE-NAPIER-KINNARD HOUSE MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION2547560057
FORT HOUSE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2547564161
HISTORIC PRESERVATION LEAGUE OF TEMPLEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SCRIPTORIUM BIBLICAL HERITAGE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
SPRADLEY TELEPHONE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2548403482
TEXAS HISTORIC AVIATION MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION2547543640
TEXAS MARTIAL ARTS HALL FAMART MUSEUM2546623229
TEXAS RANGER HALL OF FAME AND MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2547508631
WACO HISPANIC MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
WACO HISTORY PROJECTHISTORIC PRESERVATION
YORK RITE LIBRARY AND MUSEUM OF TEXASGENERAL MUSEUM2547530998

Libraries in Moody

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
WACO-MCLENNAN COUNTY LIBRARY1717 AUSTIN AVE0.0467,185
HEWITT PUBLIC LIBRARY100 ZUNI DR0.0274,896
TEMPLE PUBLIC LIBRARY100 W ADAMS AVE0.0268,409
LENA ARMSTRONG PUBLIC LIBRARY301 E 1ST AVE0.057,154
MCGINLEY MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY317 S MAIN ST0.06,003
MOODY COMMUNITY LIBRARY108 5TH ST0.04,055

Farmers Markets in Moody

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bell County Farmers Market Association II212 S. Main Street

Restaurants in Moody

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lucy's Cafe

Gas Stations in Moody

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Conoco
Sunoco

Banks in Moody

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

First National Bank

Breweries in Moody

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bare Arms BrewingBreweries, Food & Drink2515 La Salle Ave2547598480
Bj's Restaurant BrewhouseRestaurant, American Restaurant, Pizza Place, and Brewery5929 W Waco Dr2547760200, (254) 776-0200Visit

Cell Towers in Moody

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
3780 WHITE OWL LANE (7936)GTOWER123
3780 WHITE OWL LANE (7936)GTOWER123
12322 EAST HIGHWAY 84 (76072)GTOWER107
12322 EAST HIGHWAY 84 (76072)GTOWER107
2200' NE FROM I/S OF EAST 3RD STREET & GARFIELD AVE. (McGregor Site)TOWER98
HIGHWAY 84 AND COUNTY ROAD 454 (7962)GTOWER90
HIGHWAY 84 AND COUNTY ROAD 454 (7962)GTOWER90
718 EAST MAIN STREET (7941)MTOWER58
718 EAST MAIN STREET (7941)MTOWER58
15125 FARM MARKET 107 (76041)LTOWER56
15125 FARM MARKET 107 (76041)LTOWER56
1 SOUTH LONESTAR PARKWAY (76088)LTOWER56
1 SOUTH LONESTAR PARKWAY (76088)LTOWER56
402 WEST MOONLIGHT DRIVEMTOWER52
402 WEST MOONLIGHT DRIVEMTOWER52
10705 SOUTH LONE STAR PARKWAY (7968)MTOWER49
10705 SOUTH LONE STAR PARKWAY (7968)MTOWER49

Bridges in Moody

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete1958262,472G
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete1954602,472G
CulvertConcrete1957431,704G
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete1954601,404F
CulvertConcrete196129545F
CulvertConcrete196146545F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete1961125545G
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete1961160545G
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete199984247G
OtherPrestressed concrete197121236F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel199725168F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1988128148F
CulvertConcrete201136100G
CulvertConcrete196139100G
Box Beam (Multiple)Steel197042100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel199722100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel200457100G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19972170F
CulvertConcrete19942350G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20085750G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20006935F

Amtrak Stations in Moody

3 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
McGregor, TX1 Amtrak BoulevardTRAIN
Temple, TX315 West Avenue BTRAIN
Waco, TX301 South 8th StreetBUS

Airports Near Moody

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Draughon Miller Central Texas Regional AirportTPLMedium Airport
Killeen Regional Airport / Robert Gray Army AirfieldGRKMedium Airport
Waco Regional AirportACTMedium Airport
Apache Pass AirportSmall Airport
Austin Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Bar 16 AirportSmall Airport
Bar 3 Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Barnstormer AirportSmall Airport
Bear Creek AirportSmall Airport
Berry AirportSmall Airport
Bratton AirportSmall Airport
Britts Crosswind AirportSmall Airport
Buckshot Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Buttermilk Air StripSmall Airport
Cade FieldSmall Airport
Cameron Municipal AirparkSmall Airport
Charping AirportSmall Airport
Clifton Municipal Isenhower FieldSmall Airport
Cold Springs UAV AirstripSmall Airport
Cougar Landing AirportSmall Airport
Cross-Country Estates AirportSmall Airport
D Bar K AirportSmall Airport
Devil's Finger AirportSmall Airport
Fill or Kill AirportSmall Airport
Fisher Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flanders FieldSmall Airport
FLF GliderportSmall Airport
Fly Navy AirportSmall Airport
Flying 5B Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying B Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying Fajita AirportSmall Airport
Flying G Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying H Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying ND Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Fort Hood Landing Strip 12 HammerSmall Airport
Fort Hood Landing Strip 22Small Airport
Fort Hood Landing Strip 50Small Airport
Fort Hood Stampede Creek AirstripSmall Airport
Gatesville Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Georgetown Executive Airport at Johnny Gantt FieldSmall Airport
Gerik Ag AirportSmall Airport
Gizmo FieldSmall Airport
Glaser FieldSmall Airport
Gone With the Wind AirportSmall Airport
Griffin AirportSmall Airport
H H Coffield Regional AirportRCKSmall Airport
Harton Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Havelka Haven AirportSmall Airport
Hawkeye Hunting Club AirportSmall Airport
Hearne Municipal AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Moody

6 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Campus Police
Crawford Police Department6719 Avenue G
McClennan County Sheriff's Substation307 South Madison Avenue
McGregor Law Enforcement Center101 South Main Street
Robinson Police Department111 West Lyndale Avenue
Temple Police Department209 East Avenue A

Grocery Stores in Moody

3 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Brookshire Brothers 97Super Store1810 Avenue D
DOLLAR GENERAL 14078Other500B 8th St
Moody Quick StopConvenience Store1500 Avenue D

Post Offices in Moody

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Moody Post Office501 Avenue E

Treatment Centers in Moody

7 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Central Counties Ctr for MHMR ServicesSubstance Abuse254-298-7000
Central Texas VA Healthcare System - Olin E Teague VA CenterBoth254-743-1271
Central Texas VA Healthcare System - Waco VA Medical CenterBoth254-752-6581
Christian Farms Treehouse IncSubstance Abuse254-933-9400
Depaul CenterBoth254-776-5970
MedMark Treatment Centers - WacoSubstance Abuse254-755-6411
WTCR TempleSubstance Abuse254-742-0490

DOL Wage Violations in Moody

2 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $1,535 in back wages owed to 5 employees.

2
Violations
$1,535
Back Wages Owed
5
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Pro Hospice Solutions LLC 76557 1 $1,080 $360 3
Dollar General Dollar General Corporation 76557 1 $455 $228 2

Churches & Religious Organizations in Moody

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GODPO BOX 6
FORT FREEDOM USA FOUNDATION1677 DOWELL RD
SHEPHERDS REST MINISTRY4600 W BIG ELM

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Historic Markers
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Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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Mines
3
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Haunted Places
1
Locations with documented reports of paranormal activity and sightings
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Frequently Asked Questions About Moody

What is the population of Moody?

Moody has a population of 1,258 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 905 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.1 years. The population is 52.9% female and 47.1% male.

Is Moody expensive to live in?

Moody has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $57,125, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $121,200 (57% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Moody safe?

Moody is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 115 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,010 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Moody receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Moody?

Moody enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Moody?

The job market in Moody is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,161. There are 6,039 business establishments in the area, including 607 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 3.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Moody?

The median home value in Moody is $121,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $315,992. The homeownership rate is 72.6%. The average annual property tax is $8,892.

How are the schools in Moody?

Schools in Moody score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 14.4% of adults in Moody hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.7% have completed high school. 8.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Moody?

The obesity rate in Moody is 37.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.7% of adults are smokers. 31.0% are physically inactive. 26.1% of residents report depression. 19.1% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 67.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,303.

What is transportation like in Moody?

The average commute in Moody is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 92.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Moody?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Moody is 73.6% White, 7.6% Black or African American, 4% Hispanic or Latino. 86.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 13.4% speak Spanish. 6.4% of the population are military veterans. 20.7% of residents have a disability. 86.1% have health insurance coverage.

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