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Ore City, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Ore City is a small town in Texas with a population of 965. Residents earn $69,167 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
965 Population 447/sq mi density
$69,167 Median Income $23,708 per capita
$97,400 Home Value $145,777 Zillow
$1,153 Median Rent 40.7% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$69,167 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$97,400 home value, $1,153/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
6.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,167
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $97,400
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.9%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,153
1% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.1%
46% higher than US avg

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

People

Population965
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density447/mi²
Male / Female59% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 67%
Veterans3.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$69,167
Per Capita$23,708
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty18.1%
County GDP$1,152M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$97,400
Rent$1,153
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$145,777
Housing Units373
Rent Burden40.7%

Health

Obesity38.1%
Uninsured16.3%
Smoking17.8%
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain52.8 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation310 ft (94 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.9%
High School+70.2%
Graduate+0.5%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute28 min
Broadband79.4%
Libraries1

Is Ore City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ore City 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. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Ore City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ore City is $69,167, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. The poverty rate of 18.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ore City is $97,400, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,153 per month. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Ore City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Ore City has a population of 965 with a density of 447 people per square mile. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66.5%), with 5.1% Hispanic, 5.6% Black.

Population

965
Total Population
447
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.5%
Female 41.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Ore City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.1%
6% above US avg
Spanish16.9%
26% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Ore City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ore City is $69,167, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Ore City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,167
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,708
Avg Weekly Wage$940
IRS Avg AGI$61,660

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.1%
46% above US avg
Establishments (County)585
County GDP$1,152M

Business (County)

Restaurants46
Healthcare39
Retail88
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,244
50% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.3 min
Drive Alone88.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Ore City is $97,400, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,153 (1% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $145,777.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$97,400
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$145,777
Median List Price$193,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$193,000
$/Sq Ft$87
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,153
1% below US avg
Rent Burden40.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.1%
Housing Units373
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,244
50% above US avg
Effective Rate5.38%
In Ore City, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.3% of residents lack health insurance. 17.8% are current smokers. 26.4% report depression. 29.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Ore City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure34.2%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.9%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.8%
27% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity29.9%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress15.3%
Short Sleep39.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.1%
Uninsured16.3%
90% above US avg
Primary Care1:4,642
Dentists1:7,081
Mental Health1:2,164
Checkup Rate72.0%
Dental Visits50.1%
Premature Death10,968/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access33.7%
Healthcare Facilities39
Ore City has an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.8 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.3°F
21% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.8 inches
39% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation310 ft (94 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density447/sq mi
Coordinates32.8009°N, 94.7187°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48459
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 71-point margin. 79.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.2%
D 14.2%

Winner: Republican by 71 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.9%
80% below US avg
High School+70.2%
Graduate Degree+0.5%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density447/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.4%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities39
Restaurants46
Retail Stores88

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.3 min
Drive Alone88.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.2%

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