Ovilla, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Ovilla is a small town in Texas with a population of 4,239. Residents earn $125,777 per year, which is 67% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
4,239 Population 732/sq mi density
$125,777 Median Income $52,261 per capita
$396,000 Home Value $493,118 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
225 Violent Crime/100K 591 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$125,777 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$396,000 home value
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
225 violent crimes/100K (41% below avg)
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
46.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $125,777
67% higher than US avg
Home Value $396,000
40% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 225/100K
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 46.9%
39% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.7%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,239
Median Age44.1 yrs
Density732/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 66%

Economy

A+
Median Income$125,777
Per Capita$52,261
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$10,768M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$396,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$493,118

Crime

F
Violent225/100K
Property591/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault197/100K
Burglary141/100K

Health

Obesity33.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain41.1 in/yr
Elevation697 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+46.9%
High School+95.2%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute36 min
Libraries5

Is Ovilla a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ovilla receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Ovilla offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ovilla is $125,777, which is significantly higher than the national average — 67% above $75,149. This places Ovilla among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ovilla is $396,000, 40% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Ovilla is below the national average at 225 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 591 per 100,000, 70% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 46.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Ovilla enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Ovilla has a population of 4,239 with a density of 732 people per square mile. The median age is 44.1 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66.1%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 17.3% Black.

Population

4,239
Total Population
732
People / sq mi
44.1yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
5.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Ovilla vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.3%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.7%
28% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ovilla vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ovilla is $125,777, which is 67% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Ovilla vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$125,777
67% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,261
Avg Weekly Wage$1,114
IRS Avg AGI$81,086

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,919
County GDP$10,768M

Business (County)

Restaurants344
Healthcare342
Retail451
Manufacturing181

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,596
117% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.0 min
Work from Home15.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ovilla is $396,000, 40% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $493,118.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$396,000
40% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$493,118
Median List Price$740,933

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$740,933
$/Sq Ft$204
Homes Sold9
Sale-to-List Ratio94.4%
Price Drops23.1%
Inventory26

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,596
117% above US avg
Effective Rate1.92%
In Ovilla, 33.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 20.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.7%
5% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma10.0%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity20.7%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress10.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.9%
Checkup Rate73.9%
Premature Death7,453/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access50.1%
Healthcare Facilities342
Ovilla has a violent crime rate of 225 per 100,000 residents, 41% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 591 per 100,000 (70% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent225.2/100K
41% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape28.2/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault197.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property591.2/100K
70% below US avg
Burglary140.8/100K
Theft366.0/100K
Vehicle Theft84.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)28
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Ovilla has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.6°F
21% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.1 inches
8% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation697 ft (212 m)
Area5.8 sq mi (15.0 km²)
Population Density732/sq mi
Coordinates32.5413°N, 96.8835°W
County FIPS48139
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 46.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.1%
D 34%

Winner: Republican by 31.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+46.9%
39% above US avg
High School+95.2%
School Test Score5.10
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density732/sq mi
Total Area5.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities342
Restaurants344
Retail Stores451

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)28
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.0 min
Work from Home15.0%

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