Plum Grove, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Plum Grove is a small town in Texas with a population of 2,425. Residents earn $70,362 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
2,425 Population 668/sq mi density
$70,362 Median Income $17,919 per capita
$121,800 Home Value
$1,216 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$70,362 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$121,800 home value, $1,216/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,362
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $121,800
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.7%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,216
5% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.3%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.8%
108% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,425
Median Age20.8 yrs
Density668/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 21%

Economy

B
Median Income$70,362
Per Capita$17,919
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty25.8%
County GDP$50,079M
Commute50 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$121,800
Rent$1,216
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease8.4%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain55.5 in/yr
Elevation93 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.7%
High School+58.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute50 min
Libraries7

Is Plum Grove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Plum Grove receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times, high obesity rates. Plum Grove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Plum Grove is $70,362, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. The poverty rate of 25.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 50 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Plum Grove is $121,800, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,216 per month. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 58.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Plum Grove enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Plum Grove has a population of 2,425 with a density of 668 people per square mile. The median age is 20.8 years, 47% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (20.9%).

Population

2,425
Total Population
668
People / sq mi
20.8yrs
Median Age
47% below US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.2%
Female 38.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Plum Grove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only32.5%
59% below US avg
Spanish67.5%
404% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Plum Grove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Plum Grove is $70,362, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 50 minutes.

Income: Plum Grove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,362
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,919
Avg Weekly Wage$1,351
IRS Avg AGI$115,723

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.8%
108% above US avg
Establishments (County)15,222
County GDP$50,079M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,207
Healthcare1,667
Retail1,677
Manufacturing487

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,502
200% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate8.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time49.5 min
Work from Home5.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Plum Grove is $121,800, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,216 (5% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$121,800
57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$103
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio94.1%
Price Drops16.7%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,216
5% above 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-Occupied95.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,502
200% above US avg
Effective Rate8.62%
In Plum Grove, 44.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.5% report depression. 46.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Plum Grove vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.3%
38% above US avg
Diabetes18.1%
Heart Disease8.4%
High Blood Pressure38.4%
Asthma10.5%
COPD10.4%
Stroke4.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity46.0%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress20.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate67.0%
Checkup Rate69.9%
Premature Death6,837/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access88.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,667

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)63
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Plum Grove has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.6°F
23% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.5 inches
46% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation93 ft (28 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.4 km²)
Population Density668/sq mi
Coordinates30.2008°N, 95.0956°W
County FIPS48339
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.3%
D 26.8%

Winner: Republican by 45.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.7%
83% below US avg
High School+58.0%
School Test Score5.10
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density668/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities1,667
Restaurants1,207
Retail Stores1,677

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)63
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute49.5 min
Work from Home5.4%

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