Morning Glory, TX — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $59,132

21% lower than US avg

Home Value $165,200

41% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 24.4%

28% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.1%

12% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.0%

44% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 3.8%

69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population469

Median Age41.3 yrs

Density438/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 32%

Veterans4.8%

Economy

Median Income$59,132

Per Capita$29,033

Unemployment2.0%

Poverty3.8%

County GDP$53,333M

Commute54 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$165,200

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units151

Rent Burden30.6%

Health

Obesity36.1%

Uninsured37.7%

Smoking14.4%

Depression20.8%

Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain8.8 in/yr

Sunny Days330/yr

Elevation3,628 ft (1,106 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+24.4%

High School+53.7%

Graduate+9.7%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 57%

Commute54 min

Broadband86.1%

Libraries18

Is Morning Glory a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Morning Glory receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Morning Glory stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Morning Glory is $59,132, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 54 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Morning Glory is $165,200, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 53.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Morning Glory enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 8.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Morning Glory has a population of 469 with a density of 438 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age is 41.3 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.2% female and 47.8% male. The city is predominantly White (32%), with 24.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 12.2% of residents, while 87.8% speak Spanish. 4.8% of the population are veterans. 10.5% of residents have a disability. 76.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

469

Total Population

438

People / sq mi

41.3yrs

Median Age

6% above US avg

1.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%

Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Morning Glory vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	12.2%
	84% below US avg
Spanish	87.8%
	555% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Morning Glory vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Morning Glory is $59,132, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,033 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $966, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 16,825 business establishments, including 1,853 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 54 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 36.7% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Morning Glory vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$59,132
	21% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$29,033
Avg Weekly Wage	$966
IRS Avg AGI	$56,831

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.0%
	44% below US avg
Poverty Rate	3.8%
	69% below US avg
Establishments (County)	16,825
County GDP	$53,333M

Business (County)

Restaurants	1,853
Healthcare	1,904
Retail	2,227
Manufacturing	517

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$8,241
	135% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	4.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	54.3 min
Drive Alone	59.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	36.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Morning Glory is $165,200, 41% below the national median of $281,900. Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 151 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1985. The average annual property tax is $8,241 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 30.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$165,200
	41% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	30.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	151
Median Year Built	1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$8,241
	135% above US avg
Effective Rate	4.99%

In Morning Glory, 36.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 17.1% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.3% of residents. 33.5% have high blood pressure. 14.4% are current smokers. 15.8% report binge drinking. 40.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 20.8% report depression. 19.1% experience frequent mental distress. 37.7% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,014. The dentist ratio is 1:2,064. 85.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.3 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Morning Glory vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.1%
	12% above US avg
Diabetes	17.1%
Heart Disease	6.3%
High Blood Pressure	33.5%
Asthma	9.1%
COPD	5.3%
Cancer	4.1%
Stroke	3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.4%
	3% above US avg
Binge Drinking	15.8%
Physical Inactivity	40.0%
Depression	20.8%
Mental Distress	19.1%
Physical Distress	17.4%
Short Sleep	38.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	76.3%
Uninsured	37.7%
	338% above US avg
Primary Care	1:2,014
Dentists	1:2,064
Mental Health	1:715
Checkup Rate	73.8%
Dental Visits	46.0%
Premature Death	8,160/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.3/10
Exercise Access	85.9%
Healthcare Facilities	1,904

Morning Glory enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 330 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 8.8 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.8 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 3,628 feet.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	66.2°F
	23% above US avg
January Average	47°F (8°C)
July Average	84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	8.8 inches
	77% below US avg
Snowfall	2.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	3,628 ft (1,106 m)
Area	1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density	438/sq mi
Coordinates	31.5648°N, 106.2089°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	El Paso County County
County FIPS	48141

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	47°F (8°C)	0.4 in
February	48°F (9°C)	0.4 in
March	55°F (13°C)	0.2 in
April	62°F (17°C)	0.1 in	Driest
May	71°F (21°C)	0.3 in
June	79°F (26°C)	0.7 in
July	84°F (29°C)	1.8 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	80°F (27°C)	1.5 in
September	75°F (24°C)	1.4 in
October	65°F (18°C)	0.7 in
November	53°F (11°C)	0.4 in
December	45°F (7°C)	0.6 in	Coldest

Morning Glory has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F — from 45°F in December to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 8.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (1.8") and April the driest (0.1").

Morning Glory is located in El Paso County. It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 24.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 28% below the national average of 33.7%. 53.7% have completed high school. 9.7% 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 Democrat with 57% of the vote, a 15.1-point margin. 86.1% of households have broadband internet access. There are 18 public libraries serving the community. 1,904 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 59.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 41.8%

D 57%

Winner: Democrat by 15.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	24.4%
	28% below US avg
High School+	53.7%
Graduate Degree+	9.7%
School Test Score	5.10

C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2	Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density	438/sq mi
Total Area	1.1 sq mi
County	El Paso County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	86.1%
Public Libraries	18
Healthcare Facilities	1,904
Restaurants	1,853
Retail Stores	2,227

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	83

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	54.3 min
Drive Alone	59.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	36.7%

Frequently Asked Questions About Morning Glory

What is the population of Morning Glory?

Morning Glory has a population of 469 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 438 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.2% female and 47.8% male.

Is Morning Glory expensive to live in?

Morning Glory 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 $59,132, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $165,200 (41% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Morning Glory?

Morning Glory enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.8 inches, with 2.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Morning Glory?

The job market in Morning Glory is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $966. There are 16,825 business establishments in the area, including 1,853 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 54 minutes, and 36.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Morning Glory?

The median home value in Morning Glory is $165,200. The average annual property tax is $8,241.

How are the schools in Morning Glory?

Schools in Morning Glory score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 24.4% of adults in Morning Glory hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 53.7% have completed high school. 9.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Morning Glory?

The obesity rate in Morning Glory is 36.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.4% of adults are smokers. 40.0% are physically inactive. 20.8% of residents report depression. 37.7% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 85.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,014.

What is transportation like in Morning Glory?

The average commute in Morning Glory is 54 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 59.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 36.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Morning Glory?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Morning Glory is 32% White, 24.3% Black or African American. 12.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 87.8% speak Spanish. 4.8% of the population are military veterans. 10.5% of residents have a disability. 76.3% have health insurance coverage.

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