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O'Donnell, TX

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O'Donnell is a small town in Texas with a population of 524. Residents earn $50,875 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
524 Population 609/sq mi density
$50,875 Median Income $32,060 per capita
$57,900 Home Value
$690 Median Rent 11.0% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$50,875 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$57,900 home value, $690/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,875
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $57,900
79% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.1%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $690
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.0%
76% lower than US avg

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

People

Population524
Median Age44.5 yrs
Density609/mi²
Male / Female53% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 66%
Veterans3.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$50,875
Per Capita$32,060
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty3.0%
County GDP$1,524M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$57,900
Rent$690
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units366
Rent Burden11.0%

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity38.0%
Uninsured29.0%
Smoking13.3%
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain16.8 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation3,046 ft (928 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.1%
High School+72.1%
Graduate+3.3%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute19 min
Broadband72.1%
Libraries1

Is O'Donnell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, O'Donnell 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, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. O'Donnell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in O'Donnell is $50,875, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in O'Donnell is $57,900, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $690 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

O'Donnell 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 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

O'Donnell enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 16.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

O'Donnell has a population of 524 with a density of 609 people per square mile. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66.2%), with 4.8% Hispanic.

Population

524
Total Population
609
People / sq mi
44.5yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.5%
Female 47.5%

Race & Ethnicity

O'Donnell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only61.7%
21% below US avg
Spanish38.3%
186% above US avg

Social Characteristics

O'Donnell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in O'Donnell is $50,875, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: O'Donnell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,875
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,060
Avg Weekly Wage$1,039
IRS Avg AGI$70,847

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.0%
76% below US avg
Establishments (County)486
County GDP$1,524M

Business (County)

Restaurants32
Healthcare16
Retail40
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,586
60% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate9.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.6 min
Drive Alone73.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in O'Donnell is $57,900, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $690 (41% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$57,900
79% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$38
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$690
41% below US avg
Rent Burden11.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.7%
Housing Units366
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,586
60% above US avg
Effective Rate9.65%
In O'Donnell, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.0% of residents lack health insurance. 13.3% are current smokers. 21.0% report depression. 33.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes13.7%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure32.2%
Asthma9.2%
COPD5.5%
Cancer5.3%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.3%
5% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity33.1%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress14.9%
Short Sleep38.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.7%
Uninsured29.0%
237% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,483
Dentists1:2,022
Mental Health1:12,004
Checkup Rate71.3%
Dental Visits48.3%
Premature Death12,751/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.0/10
Exercise Access69.2%
Healthcare Facilities16
O'Donnell has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: O'Donnell 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 Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

O'Donnell has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 16.8 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.9°F
13% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall16.8 inches
56% below US avg
Snowfall2.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,046 ft (928 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density609/sq mi
Coordinates32.9652°N, 101.8308°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48115
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61-point margin. 72.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80%
D 19%

Winner: Republican by 61 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.1%
76% below US avg
High School+72.1%
Graduate Degree+3.3%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density609/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.1%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants32
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.6 min
Drive Alone73.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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