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Roby, TX

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Roby is a small town in Texas with a population of 691. Residents earn $63,259 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
691 Population 960/sq mi density
$63,259 Median Income $30,764 per capita
$55,000 Home Value $109,455 Zillow
$639 Median Rent 16.7% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 328 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$63,259 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$55,000 home value, $639/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,259
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $55,000
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.8%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $639
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.1%
14% higher than US avg

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

People

Population691
Median Age36.6 yrs
Density960/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans12.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$63,259
Per Capita$30,764
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty14.1%
County GDP$423M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$55,000
Rent$639
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$109,455
Housing Units349
Rent Burden16.7%

Health

Obesity35.2%
Uninsured15.3%
Smoking12.5%
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain23.5 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation1,965 ft (599 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.8%
High School+94.7%
Graduate+5.4%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute21 min
Broadband83.2%
Libraries1

Is Roby a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Roby receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Roby offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Roby is $63,259, 16% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Roby is $55,000, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $639 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Roby enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 328 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Roby has a population of 691 with a density of 960 people per square mile. The median age is 36.6 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.1%), with 3.6% Hispanic, 6.2% Black.

Population

691
Total Population
960
People / sq mi
36.6yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Roby vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.0%
6% above US avg
Spanish17.0%
27% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Roby vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Roby is $63,259, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Roby vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,259
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,764
Avg Weekly Wage$1,087
IRS Avg AGI$77,887

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.1%
14% above US avg
Establishments (County)116
County GDP$423M

Business (County)

Restaurants3
Healthcare3
Retail16
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,075
12% below US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Drive Alone90.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Roby is $55,000, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $639 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $109,455.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$55,000
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$109,455

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$639
45% below US avg
Rent Burden16.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.4%
Housing Units349
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,075
12% below US avg
Effective Rate5.59%
In Roby, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.3% of residents lack health insurance. 12.5% are current smokers. 24.1% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.2%
10% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.2%
Cancer6.4%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.5%
11% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep36.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.9%
Uninsured15.3%
78% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.7%
Dental Visits58.6%
Premature Death13,850/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access41.6%
Healthcare Facilities3
Roby has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.5 inches. The area enjoys 328 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average65.6°F
21% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.5 inches
38% below US avg
Snowfall3.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,965 ft (599 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density960/sq mi
Coordinates32.7460°N, 100.3794°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48151
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.3-point margin. 83.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.3%
D 18%

Winner: Republican by 63.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.8%
53% below US avg
High School+94.7%
Graduate Degree+5.4%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density960/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.2%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants3
Retail Stores16

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Drive Alone90.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

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