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Riverside, TX

Texas · Walker County

Riverside is a small town in Texas with a population of 915. Residents earn $67,917 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
915 Population 455/sq mi density
$67,917 Median Income $31,894 per capita
$192,900 Home Value
$991 Median Rent 24.8% income on rent
67°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$67,917 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$192,900 home value, $991/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,917
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $192,900
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.1%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $991
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.1%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population915
Median Age38.1 yrs
Density455/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans8.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,917
Per Capita$31,894
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty10.1%
County GDP$3,148M
Commute40 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$192,900
Rent$991
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units435
Rent Burden24.8%

Health

Obesity39.7%
Uninsured15.2%
Smoking17.9%
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain51.3 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation193 ft (59 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.1%
High School+85.7%
Graduate+8.7%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 30%
Commute40 min
Broadband95.3%
Libraries2

Is Riverside a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Riverside receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, long commute times, high obesity rates. Riverside offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Riverside is $67,917, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. 10.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Riverside is $192,900, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $991 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Riverside enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Riverside has a population of 915 with a density of 455 people per square mile. The median age is 38.1 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.9%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 2.6% Black.

Population

915
Total Population
455
People / sq mi
38.1yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.4%
Female 38.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Riverside vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Riverside vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Riverside is $67,917, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: Riverside vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,917
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,894
Avg Weekly Wage$1,012
IRS Avg AGI$63,608

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.1%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,166
County GDP$3,148M

Business (County)

Restaurants118
Healthcare106
Retail180
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,730
92% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.8 min
Drive Alone90.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Riverside is $192,900, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $991 (15% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$192,900
32% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$991
15% below US avg
Rent Burden24.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied45.3%
Housing Units435
Median Year Built1999

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,730
92% above US avg
Effective Rate3.49%
In Riverside, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.2% of residents lack health insurance. 17.9% are current smokers. 27.2% report depression. 29.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes12.5%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure35.4%
Asthma11.8%
COPD8.2%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.9%
28% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity29.5%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress21.6%
Physical Distress15.4%
Short Sleep41.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.5%
Uninsured15.2%
77% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,713
Dentists1:2,629
Mental Health1:1,593
Checkup Rate73.5%
Dental Visits52.5%
Premature Death8,101/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access74.3%
Healthcare Facilities106
Riverside has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.3 inches. The area enjoys 306 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.5°F
23% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.3 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation193 ft (59 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density455/sq mi
Coordinates30.8483°N, 95.3989°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyWalker County County
County FIPS48471
Riverside is located in Walker County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40-point margin. 95.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.6%
D 29.6%

Winner: Republican by 40 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.1%
40% below US avg
High School+85.7%
Graduate Degree+8.7%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density455/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi
CountyWalker County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.3%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities106
Restaurants118
Retail Stores180

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.8 min
Drive Alone90.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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