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Opdyke West, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Opdyke West is a small town in Texas with a population of 230. Residents earn $52,045 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
230 Population 1,000/sq mi density
$52,045 Median Income $29,648 per capita
$31,900 Home Value
$921 Median Rent 19.5% income on rent
59°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
$52,045 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$31,900 home value, $921/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,045
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $31,900
89% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.0%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $921
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population230
Median Age31.9 yrs
Density1,000/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans9.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$52,045
Per Capita$29,648
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$1,916M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$31,900
Rent$921
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units106
Rent Burden19.5%

Health

Obesity34.0%
Uninsured17.2%
Smoking14.4%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain18.3 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation3,471 ft (1,058 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.0%
High School+79.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 17%
Commute23 min
Broadband94.0%
Libraries2

Is Opdyke West a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Opdyke West 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, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Opdyke West offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Opdyke West is $52,045, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Opdyke West is $31,900, 89% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $921 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Opdyke West enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.3 inches, including 6.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Opdyke West has a population of 230 with a density of 1,000 people per square mile. The median age is 31.9 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.1%), with 3% Black.

Population

230
Total Population
1,000
People / sq mi
31.9yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.3%
Female 45.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Opdyke West vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.6%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.4%
15% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Opdyke West vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Opdyke West is $52,045, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Opdyke West vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,045
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,648
Avg Weekly Wage$1,257
IRS Avg AGI$66,690

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)614
County GDP$1,916M

Business (County)

Restaurants44
Healthcare36
Retail66
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,004
43% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate15.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.4 min
Drive Alone82.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Opdyke West is $31,900, 89% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $921 (21% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$31,900
89% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$921
21% below US avg
Rent Burden19.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied38.6%
Housing Units106
Median Year Built1998

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,004
43% above US avg
Effective Rate15.69%
In Opdyke West, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.2% of residents lack health insurance. 14.4% are current smokers. 24.5% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Opdyke West vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.0%
6% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.1%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity26.5%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress13.5%
Short Sleep40.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.2%
Uninsured17.2%
100% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,643
Dentists1:2,645
Mental Health1:1,192
Checkup Rate72.0%
Dental Visits54.2%
Premature Death13,651/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access58.7%
Healthcare Facilities36
Opdyke West has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.3 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.4°F
10% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.3 inches
52% below US avg
Snowfall6.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,471 ft (1,058 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,000/sq mi
Coordinates33.5927°N, 102.3006°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48219
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.3-point margin. 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.8%
D 16.6%

Winner: Republican by 66.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.0%
79% below US avg
High School+79.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,000/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants44
Retail Stores66

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.4 min
Drive Alone82.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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