Munday, TX

Texas

Munday is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,478. Residents earn $58,311 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,478 Population 1,034/sq mi density
$58,311 Median Income $23,156 per capita
$56,000 Home Value $97,638 Zillow
$663 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$58,311 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$56,000 home value, $663/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,311
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $56,000
80% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.7%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $663
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,478
Median Age36.2 yrs
Density1,034/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 64%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,311
Per Capita$23,156
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$299M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$56,000
Rent$663
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$97,638

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property612/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary230/100K

Health

Obesity38.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain25.7 in/yr
Elevation1,481 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.7%
High School+85.5%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 16%
Commute13 min
Libraries1

Is Munday a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Munday receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Munday offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Munday is $58,311, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Munday is $56,000, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $663 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Munday 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 612 per 100,000, 69% below the national average.

Education

16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Munday enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Munday has a population of 1,478 with a density of 1,034 people per square mile. The median age is 36.2 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (63.9%), with 2.8% Black.

Population

1,478
Total Population
1,034
People / sq mi
36.2yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.4%
Female 56.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Munday vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only62.1%
21% below US avg
Spanish37.9%
183% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Munday vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Munday is $58,311, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Munday vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,311
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,156
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$55,922

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)148
County GDP$299M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare4
Retail19

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.9 min
Work from Home1.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Munday is $56,000, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $663 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $97,638.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$56,000
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$97,638

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$663
43% 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-Occupied87.8%

Property Tax

In Munday, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 31.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes12.7%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure33.7%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.5%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity31.3%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.9%
Checkup Rate72.2%
Premature Death13,276/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access77.3%
Healthcare Facilities4
Munday has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 612 per 100,000 (69% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Munday 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 Property612.1/100K
69% below US avg
Burglary229.5/100K
Theft153.0/100K
Vehicle Theft229.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Munday has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.2°F
21% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.7 inches
32% below US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,481 ft (451 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density1,034/sq mi
Coordinates33.4471°N, 99.6239°W
County FIPS48275
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84%
D 15.6%

Winner: Republican by 68.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.7%
50% below US avg
High School+85.5%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,034/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants7
Retail Stores19

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.9 min
Work from Home1.5%

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