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O'Brien, TX

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O'Brien is a small town in Texas with a population of 108. Residents earn $45,750 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
108 Population 216/sq mi density
$45,750 Median Income $13,179 per capita
$45,600 Home Value
65°F Avg Temperature 328 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.5 / 5.0
$45,750 median income, 15.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$45,600 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,750
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $45,600
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.4%
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 15.5%
331% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 43.5%
251% higher than US avg

How O'Brien Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population108
Median Age24.3 yrs
Density216/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans66.0%

Economy

D
Median Income$45,750
Per Capita$13,179
Unemployment15.5%
Poverty43.5%
County GDP$427M
Commute12 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$45,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units61
Rent Burden22.2%

Health

Obesity39.6%
Uninsured23.7%
Smoking17.9%
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain25.7 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation1,574 ft (480 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.4%
High School+53.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute12 min
Broadband31.0%
Libraries1

Is O'Brien a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, O'Brien receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. O'Brien has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in O'Brien is $45,750, 39% below the national average of $75,149. At 15.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 43.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in O'Brien is $45,600, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 53.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

O'Brien 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. With 328 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

O'Brien has a population of 108 with a density of 216 people per square mile. The median age is 24.3 years, 38% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.7%).

Population

108
Total Population
216
People / sq mi
24.3yrs
Median Age
38% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%
Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

O'Brien vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only58.6%
25% below US avg
Spanish41.4%
209% above US avg

Social Characteristics

O'Brien vs U.S. Average

The median household income in O'Brien is $45,750, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 15.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 43.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: O'Brien vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,750
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$13,179
Avg Weekly Wage$810
IRS Avg AGI$57,982

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.5%
331% above US avg
Poverty Rate43.5%
251% above US avg
Establishments (County)197
County GDP$427M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare5
Retail25
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,780
8% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in O'Brien is $45,600, 84% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$45,600
84% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden22.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.1%
Housing Units61
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,780
8% above US avg
Effective Rate8.29%
In O'Brien, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% of residents lack health insurance. 17.9% are current smokers. 25.7% report depression. 34.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: O'Brien vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes14.4%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure35.0%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.9%
Cancer6.0%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.9%
28% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity34.9%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress16.7%
Short Sleep40.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.3%
Uninsured23.7%
176% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,082
Dentists1:2,702
Mental Health1:769
Checkup Rate72.4%
Dental Visits45.4%
Premature Death10,595/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access69.1%
Healthcare Facilities5
O'Brien 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. The area enjoys 328 sunny days per year. 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)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,574 ft (480 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density216/sq mi
Coordinates33.3802°N, 99.8438°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48207
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 71.5-point margin. 31.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.4%
D 13.9%

Winner: Republican by 71.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.4%
54% below US avg
High School+53.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density216/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access31.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants16
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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