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Orange Grove, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Orange Grove is a small town in Texas with a population of 833. Residents earn $56,875 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
833 Population 771/sq mi density
$56,875 Median Income $29,816 per capita
$119,900 Home Value $201,375 Zillow
$666 Median Rent 28.8% income on rent
73°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$56,875 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$119,900 home value, $666/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,875
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $119,900
57% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.1%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $666
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.4%
8% higher than US avg

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

People

Population833
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density771/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans5.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,875
Per Capita$29,816
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty13.4%
County GDP$27,852M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$119,900
Rent$666
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$201,375
Housing Units518
Rent Burden28.8%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property2,056/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary587/100K

Health

Obesity36.4%
Uninsured22.5%
Smoking14.0%
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain31.1 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation196 ft (60 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.1%
High School+84.0%
Graduate+5.5%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 44%
Commute30 min
Broadband68.1%
Libraries10

Is Orange Grove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Orange Grove receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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. Orange Grove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Orange Grove is $56,875, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 13.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Orange Grove is $119,900, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $666 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.

Safety & Crime

Orange Grove 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 2,056 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Orange Grove has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Orange Grove has a population of 833 with a density of 771 people per square mile. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86%).

Population

833
Total Population
771
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Orange Grove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only74.8%
5% below US avg
Spanish25.2%
88% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Orange Grove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Orange Grove is $56,875, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Orange Grove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,875
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,816
Avg Weekly Wage$1,163
IRS Avg AGI$68,680

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.4%
8% above US avg
Establishments (County)8,568
County GDP$27,852M

Business (County)

Restaurants982
Healthcare1,105
Retail1,058
Manufacturing167

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,321
138% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.2 min
Drive Alone80.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Orange Grove is $119,900, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $666 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $201,375.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$119,900
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$201,375

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$187
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio107.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$666
43% below US avg
Rent Burden28.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.1%
Housing Units518
Median Year Built1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,321
138% above US avg
Effective Rate6.94%
In Orange Grove, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% of residents lack health insurance. 14.0% are current smokers. 22.8% report depression. 30.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Orange Grove vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.7%
Asthma9.8%
COPD6.0%
Cancer5.9%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.0%
0% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity30.9%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep38.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.6%
Uninsured22.5%
162% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.1%
Dental Visits52.9%
Premature Death10,927/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access92.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,105
Orange Grove has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,056 per 100,000 (5% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Orange Grove 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 Property2,055.8/100K
5% above US avg
Burglary587.4/100K
Theft1,395.0/100K
Vehicle Theft73.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Orange Grove has an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.1 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average73.1°F
35% above US avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.1 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation196 ft (60 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density771/sq mi
Coordinates27.9562°N, 97.9386°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48355
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.5-point margin. 68.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.3%
D 43.8%

Winner: Republican by 11.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.1%
49% below US avg
High School+84.0%
Graduate Degree+5.5%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density771/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access68.1%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities1,105
Restaurants982
Retail Stores1,058

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.2 min
Drive Alone80.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

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