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Oglesby, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Oglesby is a small town in Texas with a population of 412. Residents earn $47,188 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
412 Population 808/sq mi density
$47,188 Median Income $27,047 per capita
$98,400 Home Value $250,577 Zillow
$904 Median Rent 39.2% income on rent
67°F Avg Temperature 303 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$47,188 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$98,400 home value, $904/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,188
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $98,400
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.9%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $904
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.5%
72% lower than US avg

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

People

Population412
Median Age48.3 yrs
Density808/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans9.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,188
Per Capita$27,047
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty3.5%
County GDP$2,244M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$98,400
Rent$904
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$250,577
Housing Units216
Rent Burden39.2%

Health

Obesity35.1%
Uninsured14.8%
Smoking13.6%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain37.0 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation854 ft (260 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.9%
High School+80.6%
Graduate+1.6%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute25 min
Broadband79.9%
Libraries2

Is Oglesby a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oglesby receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. 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. Oglesby offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oglesby is $47,188, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oglesby is $98,400, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $904 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Oglesby enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Oglesby has a population of 412 with a density of 808 people per square mile. The median age is 48.3 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.1%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

412
Total Population
808
People / sq mi
48.3yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Oglesby vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.6%
12% above US avg
Spanish12.4%
7% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oglesby vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oglesby is $47,188, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Oglesby vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,188
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,047
Avg Weekly Wage$1,026
IRS Avg AGI$57,516

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.5%
72% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,025
County GDP$2,244M

Business (County)

Restaurants96
Healthcare64
Retail131
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,507
57% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Drive Alone65.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Oglesby is $98,400, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $904 (22% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $250,577.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$98,400
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$250,577

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$904
22% below US avg
Rent Burden39.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.1%
Housing Units216
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,507
57% above US avg
Effective Rate5.60%
In Oglesby, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.8% of residents lack health insurance. 13.6% are current smokers. 25.1% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.9%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.6%
3% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress12.9%
Short Sleep38.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.1%
Uninsured14.8%
72% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.3%
Dental Visits59.1%
Premature Death8,665/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.2/10
Exercise Access47.6%
Healthcare Facilities64
Oglesby has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.0 inches. The area enjoys 303 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average66.5°F
23% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.0 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation854 ft (260 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density808/sq mi
Coordinates31.4186°N, 97.5113°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48099
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.7-point margin. 79.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.8%
D 29.1%

Winner: Republican by 40.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.9%
71% below US avg
High School+80.6%
Graduate Degree+1.6%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density808/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.9%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities64
Restaurants96
Retail Stores131

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Drive Alone65.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.3%

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