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Orchard, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Orchard is a small town in Texas with a population of 257. Residents earn $41,705 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
257 Population 643/sq mi density
$41,705 Median Income $26,328 per capita
$211,400 Home Value
$1,250 Median Rent 37.5% income on rent
71°F Avg Temperature 314 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$41,705 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$211,400 home value, $1,250/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,705
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $211,400
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.8%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,250
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.5%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population257
Median Age48.9 yrs
Density643/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 58%
Veterans2.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$41,705
Per Capita$26,328
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.5%
County GDP$49,615M
Commute28 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$211,400
Rent$1,250
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units119
Rent Burden37.5%

Health

Obesity40.7%
Uninsured30.0%
Smoking19.9%
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (21°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain51.1 in/yr
Sunny Days314/yr
Elevation124 ft (38 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.8%
High School+61.8%
Graduate+1.6%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%
Commute28 min
Broadband56.9%
Libraries15

Is Orchard a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Orchard receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Orchard offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Orchard is $41,705, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Orchard is $211,400, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,250 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 61.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Orchard has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 314 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Orchard has a population of 257 with a density of 643 people per square mile. The median age is 48.9 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (58%), with 1.9% Black.

Population

257
Total Population
643
People / sq mi
48.9yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.4%
Female 55.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Orchard vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only76.6%
2% below US avg
Spanish23.4%
75% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Orchard vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Orchard is $41,705, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Orchard vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,705
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,328
Avg Weekly Wage$1,203
IRS Avg AGI$110,221

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.5%
15% below US avg
Establishments (County)18,369
County GDP$49,615M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,517
Healthcare2,621
Retail2,331
Manufacturing411

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,359
196% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.0 min
Drive Alone87.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Orchard is $211,400, 25% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,250 (7% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$211,400
25% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,250
7% above US avg
Rent Burden37.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied55.9%
Housing Units119
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,359
196% above US avg
Effective Rate4.90%
In Orchard, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.0% of residents lack health insurance. 19.9% are current smokers. 23.7% report depression. 40.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.7%
27% above US avg
Diabetes16.4%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure36.5%
Asthma10.4%
COPD9.3%
Cancer5.9%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.9%
42% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity40.2%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress18.1%
Short Sleep40.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.9%
Uninsured30.0%
249% above US avg
Checkup Rate70.8%
Dental Visits42.0%
Premature Death5,310/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access89.5%
Healthcare Facilities2,621
Orchard has an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.1 inches. The area enjoys 314 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average70.6°F
31% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Sunny Days314 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.1 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation124 ft (38 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density643/sq mi
Coordinates29.6029°N, 95.9688°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48157
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 1.6-point margin. 56.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.9%
D 49.5%

Winner: Democrat by 1.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.8%
80% below US avg
High School+61.8%
Graduate Degree+1.6%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density643/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access56.9%
Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities2,621
Restaurants1,517
Retail Stores2,331

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.0 min
Drive Alone87.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.9%

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