Texas
Olney is a small town in Texas with a population of 3,011. Residents earn $39,231 per year, which is 48% below the national average.
Based on current data, Olney receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Olney has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Olney is $39,231, 48% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 25.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Olney is $92,200, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $436 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Olney is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 62 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,618 per 100,000, 34% above the national average.
18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Olney enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 82.2% |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 17.8% |
| 33% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $39,231 |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $32,282 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,174 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $88,815 |
| Unemployment | 3.6% |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 25.5% |
| 106% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 614 |
| County GDP | $1,360M |
| Restaurants | 44 |
| Healthcare | 50 |
| Retail | 69 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,786 |
| 94% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 7.36% |
| Commute Time | 10.5 min |
| Work from Home | 4.2% |
| Census Median | $92,200 |
| 67% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $115,989 |
| Census Median Rent | $436 |
| 63% below US avg |
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,786 |
| 94% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 7.36% |
| Obesity | 38.4% |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.2% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 6.7% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.3% |
| Depression | 24.7% |
| Mental Distress | 19.2% |
| Physical Distress | 13.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 80.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 72.5% |
| Premature Death | 13,482/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 67.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 50 |
| Total Violent | 62.3/100K |
| 84% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 31.2/100K |
| Assault | 31.2/100K |
| Total Property | 2,617.6/100K |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 841.4/100K |
| Theft | 1,620.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 155.8/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 63.9°F |
| 18% above US avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 29.3 inches |
| 23% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,187 ft (362 m) |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,491/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.3641°N, 98.7585°W |
| County FIPS | 48503 |
Winner: Republican by 76.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 18.5% |
| 45% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 90.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.10 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 1,491/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.0 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 50 |
| Restaurants | 44 |
| Retail Stores | 69 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Avg Commute | 10.5 min |
| Work from Home | 4.2% |