Richwood, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Richwood is a small town in Texas with a population of 4,766. Residents earn $80,250 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
4,766 Population 1,066/sq mi density
$80,250 Median Income $40,012 per capita
$230,800 Home Value $261,375 Zillow
$1,215 Median Rent
71°F Avg Temperature
108 Violent Crime/100K 1,324 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$80,250 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$230,800 home value, $1,215/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
108 violent crimes/100K (72% below avg)
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,250
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $230,800
18% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 108/100K
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.7%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,215
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.6%
87% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,766
Median Age32.7 yrs
Density1,066/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 69%

Economy

A
Median Income$80,250
Per Capita$40,012
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty1.6%
County GDP$23,376M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$230,800
Rent$1,215
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$261,375

Crime

F
Violent108/100K
Property1,324/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault54/100K
Burglary270/100K

Health

Obesity35.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain45.8 in/yr
Elevation12 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.7%
High School+80.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute24 min
EV Stations1
Libraries13

Is Richwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Richwood receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Richwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Richwood is $80,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Richwood is $230,800, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,215 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Richwood is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 108 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,324 per 100,000, 32% below the national average.

Education

23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Richwood has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Richwood has a population of 4,766 with a density of 1,066 people per square mile. The median age is 32.7 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.3%), with 7.9% Black.

Population

4,766
Total Population
1,066
People / sq mi
32.7yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
4.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Richwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only73.7%
6% below US avg
Spanish26.3%
96% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Richwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Richwood is $80,250, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Richwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,250
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,012
Avg Weekly Wage$1,312
IRS Avg AGI$87,500

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.6%
87% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,858
County GDP$23,376M

Business (County)

Restaurants727
Healthcare920
Retail892
Manufacturing253

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,186
134% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Richwood is $230,800, 18% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,215 (4% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $261,375.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$230,800
18% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$261,375
Median List Price$267,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$267,500
$/Sq Ft$162
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.5%
Price Drops37.5%
Inventory16

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,215
4% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,268

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,186
134% above US avg
Effective Rate3.55%
In Richwood, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.4% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.5%
Checkup Rate74.0%
Premature Death7,616/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access79.2%
Healthcare Facilities920
Richwood has a violent crime rate of 108 per 100,000 residents, 72% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,324 per 100,000 (32% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent108.1/100K
72% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape54.1/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault54.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,324.3/100K
32% below US avg
Burglary270.3/100K
Theft1,027.0/100K
Vehicle Theft27.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Richwood has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average70.7°F
31% above US avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.8 inches
20% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation12 ft (4 m)
Area4.5 sq mi (11.6 km²)
Population Density1,066/sq mi
Coordinates29.0639°N, 95.4022°W
County FIPS48039
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%
D 39.5%

Winner: Republican by 19.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.7%
30% below US avg
High School+80.0%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,066/sq mi
Total Area4.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities920
Restaurants727
Retail Stores892

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Work from Home5.6%

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