Orange Grove, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Nueces County County
Orange Grove, TX
At a Glance
How Orange Grove Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Orange Grove's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Orange Grove a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Orange Grove residents earn a median household income of $56,875 , which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,816. The unemployment rate stands at 5.3% (47% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 8,568 business establishments, including 982 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Orange Grove is $119,900 , 57% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $200,359. Median rent is $666/month, with 28.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1979.
Safety & Crime
Orange Grove reports 462 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 22% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 554/100K.
Education
17.1% of adults in Orange Grove hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below the national average). 84.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Orange Grove has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.5 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 51.