Overton, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Overton is a small town in Texas with a population of 2,633. Residents earn $76,384 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
2,633 Population 393/sq mi density
$76,384 Median Income $24,770 per capita
$114,100 Home Value $175,312 Zillow
$833 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$76,384 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$114,100 home value, $833/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,384
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $114,100
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.4%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $833
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.2%
42% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,633
Median Age31.7 yrs
Density393/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 70%

Economy

A
Median Income$76,384
Per Capita$24,770
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty7.2%
County GDP$2,793M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$114,100
Rent$833
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$175,312

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain50.4 in/yr
Elevation492 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.4%
High School+87.6%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute27 min
Libraries5

Is Overton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Overton receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Overton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Overton is $76,384, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Overton is $114,100, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $833 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Overton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Overton has a population of 2,633 with a density of 393 people per square mile. The median age is 31.7 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.8%), with 3.5% Hispanic, 11.8% Black.

Population

2,633
Total Population
393
People / sq mi
31.7yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
6.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Overton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.0%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.0%
33% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Overton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Overton is $76,384, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Overton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,384
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$24,770
Avg Weekly Wage$1,037
IRS Avg AGI$61,555

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.2%
42% below US avg
Establishments (County)874
County GDP$2,793M

Business (County)

Restaurants72
Healthcare74
Retail111
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,719
35% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.0 min
Work from Home8.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Overton is $114,100, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $833 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $175,312.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$114,100
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$175,312
Median List Price$157,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$157,900
$/Sq Ft$169
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops30.8%
Inventory13

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$833
28% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,719
35% above US avg
Effective Rate4.14%
In Overton, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.8% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure35.3%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.5%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity28.0%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress14.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.6%
Checkup Rate73.0%
Premature Death10,561/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access46.6%
Healthcare Facilities74

Crime Rates: Overton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Overton has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average65.6°F
21% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.4 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall0.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation492 ft (150 m)
Area6.7 sq mi (17.4 km²)
Population Density393/sq mi
Coordinates32.2756°N, 94.9725°W
County FIPS48401
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 59.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.4%
D 20%

Winner: Republican by 59.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.4%
45% below US avg
High School+87.6%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density393/sq mi
Total Area6.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities74
Restaurants72
Retail Stores111

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.0 min
Work from Home8.7%

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