Median Income $34,795

54% lower than US avg

Home Value $56,800

80% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 11.5%

66% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.2%

16% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.6%

56% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 9.4%

24% lower than US avg

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

People

Population491

Median Age52.5 yrs

Density982/mi²

Male / Female52% / 48%

Largest GroupWhite 77%

Veterans14.7%

Economy

B+

Median Income$34,795

Per Capita$25,664

Unemployment1.6%

Poverty9.4%

County GDP$7,031M

Commute28 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$56,800

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$222,077

Housing Units255

Rent Burden23.7%

Health

Obesity37.2%

Uninsured21.2%

Smoking16.6%

Depression23.9%

Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Sunny Days319/yr

Elevation397 ft (121 m)

Education

Bachelor's+11.5%

High School+91.3%

Graduate+5.4%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 21%

Commute28 min

Broadband43.9%

Libraries4

Is Nordheim a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nordheim is $34,795, 54% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 9.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nordheim is $56,800, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Nordheim enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 319 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Nordheim has a population of 491 with a density of 982 people per square mile. The median age is 52.5 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.8%).

Population

491

Total Population

982

People / sq mi

52.5yrs

Median Age

35% above US avg

0.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%

Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Nordheim vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	90.5%
	15% above US avg
Spanish	9.5%
	29% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Nordheim vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nordheim is $34,795, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Nordheim vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$34,795
	54% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$25,664
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,380
IRS Avg AGI	$137,960

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.6%
	56% below US avg
Poverty Rate	9.4%
	24% below US avg
Establishments (County)	409
County GDP	$7,031M

Business (County)

Restaurants	45
Healthcare	17
Retail	40
Manufacturing	7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,714
	63% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	10.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	27.9 min
Drive Alone	77.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Nordheim is $56,800, 80% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $222,077.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$56,800
	80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$222,077

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	23.7%

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	86.1%
Housing Units	255
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,714
	63% above US avg
Effective Rate	10.06%

In Nordheim, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% of residents lack health insurance. 16.6% are current smokers. 23.9% report depression. 31.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.2%
	16% above US avg
Diabetes	12.8%
Heart Disease	6.2%
High Blood Pressure	33.7%
Asthma	10.2%
COPD	7.1%
Cancer	6.2%
Stroke	3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.6%
	19% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.9%
Physical Inactivity	31.4%
Depression	23.9%
Mental Distress	19.7%
Physical Distress	15.2%
Short Sleep	39.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	82.6%
Uninsured	21.2%
	147% above US avg
Primary Care	1:3,689
Dentists	1:1,648
Mental Health	1:7,509
Checkup Rate	71.8%
Dental Visits	51.1%
Premature Death	9,310/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.9/10
Exercise Access	56.9%
Healthcare Facilities	17

Nordheim has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area enjoys 319 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	70.2°F
	30% above US avg
January Average	54°F (12°C)
July Average	85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	319 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	397 ft (121 m)
Area	0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density	982/sq mi
Coordinates	28.9238°N, 97.6141°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	48255

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.1-point margin. 43.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.8%

D 20.7%

Winner: Republican by 58.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	11.5%
	66% below US avg
High School+	91.3%
Graduate Degree+	5.4%
School Test Score	5.10

D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	982/sq mi
Total Area	0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	43.9%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	17
Restaurants	45
Retail Stores	40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	27.9 min
Drive Alone	77.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	2.5%

Nordheim, TX

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Nordheim a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Nordheim vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Nordheim vs U.S. Average

Income: Nordheim vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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