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Ropesville, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Ropesville is a small town in Texas with a population of 513. Residents earn $65,938 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
513 Population 1,425/sq mi density
$65,938 Median Income $25,881 per capita
$73,900 Home Value $260,110 Zillow
$800 Median Rent 32.0% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$65,938 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$73,900 home value, $800/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,938
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $73,900
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.2%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $800
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.8%
11% higher than US avg

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

People

Population513
Median Age33.4 yrs
Density1,425/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 38%
Veterans6.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$65,938
Per Capita$25,881
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty13.8%
County GDP$1,916M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$73,900
Rent$800
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$260,110
Housing Units155
Rent Burden32.0%

Health

Obesity35.1%
Uninsured22.6%
Smoking11.7%
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain18.1 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation3,361 ft (1,024 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.2%
High School+80.2%
Graduate+3.6%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 17%
Commute21 min
Broadband85.1%
Libraries2

Is Ropesville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ropesville receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Ropesville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ropesville is $65,938, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. 13.8% 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 Ropesville is $73,900, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Ropesville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 18.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Ropesville has a population of 513 with a density of 1,425 people per square mile. The median age is 33.4 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (38.4%), with 3.7% Black.

Population

513
Total Population
1,425
People / sq mi
33.4yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.2%
Female 55.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Ropesville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only70.1%
11% below US avg
Spanish29.9%
123% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Ropesville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ropesville is $65,938, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Ropesville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,938
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,881
Avg Weekly Wage$1,257
IRS Avg AGI$66,690

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.8%
11% above US avg
Establishments (County)614
County GDP$1,916M

Business (County)

Restaurants44
Healthcare36
Retail66
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,004
43% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.2 min
Drive Alone80.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Ropesville is $73,900, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $260,110.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$73,900
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$260,110

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$800
31% below US avg
Rent Burden32.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.7%
Housing Units155
Median Year Built1995

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,004
43% above US avg
Effective Rate6.77%
In Ropesville, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% of residents lack health insurance. 11.7% are current smokers. 20.4% report depression. 29.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma9.0%
COPD4.7%
Cancer5.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.7%
16% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity29.3%
Depression20.4%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep38.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.3%
Uninsured22.6%
163% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,643
Dentists1:2,645
Mental Health1:1,192
Checkup Rate72.0%
Dental Visits58.2%
Premature Death13,651/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access58.7%
Healthcare Facilities36
Ropesville has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 18.1 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.1°F
13% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall18.1 inches
53% below US avg
Snowfall5.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,361 ft (1,024 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,425/sq mi
Coordinates33.4133°N, 102.1551°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48219
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.3-point margin. 85.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.8%
D 16.6%

Winner: Republican by 66.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.2%
43% below US avg
High School+80.2%
Graduate Degree+3.6%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,425/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.1%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants44
Retail Stores66

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.2 min
Drive Alone80.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.4%

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