Median Income
$57,450
24% lower than US avg
Home Value
$79,400
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.7%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$798
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.7%
6% lower than US avg
How Royal Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population518
Median Age31.2 yrs
Density1,727/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans9.5%
Economy
B+
Median Income$57,450
Per Capita$27,831
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty11.7%
County GDP$1,540M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$79,400
Rent$798
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$100,881
Rent Burden21.6%
Health
Obesity35.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.1%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain26.8 in/yr
Elevation1,416 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.7%
High School+95.1%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute24 min
Broadband89.5%
Libraries5
Is Royal a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Royal receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Royal offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Royal is $57,450, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Royal is $79,400, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $798 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
19.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Royal experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Royal has a population of 518 with a density of 1,727 people per square mile. The median age is 31.2 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95%), with 1.5% Black.
Population
31.2yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 88.1% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Spanish | 11.9% |
| 11% below US avg |
The median household income in Royal is $57,450, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $57,450 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $27,831 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,029 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $77,076 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.3% |
| 36% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.7% |
| 6% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 742 |
| County GDP | $1,540M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 48 |
| Healthcare | 57 |
| Retail | 97 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,811 |
| 37% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.06% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 65.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 5.0% |
The median home value in Royal is $79,400, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $798 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $100,881.
Home Values
| Census Median | $79,400 |
| 72% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $100,881 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $95 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 94.6% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $798 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 21.6% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,811 |
| 37% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 6.06% |
In Royal, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.1% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Royal vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.2% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.4% |
| Asthma | 9.9% |
| COPD | 6.0% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.9% |
| Depression | 21.1% |
| Mental Distress | 17.5% |
| Physical Distress | 12.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.1% |
| Premature Death | 7,924/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 57 |
Crime Rates: Royal vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Royal has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
17°F Jan (-8°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 46.8°F |
| 13% below US avg |
| January Average | 17°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 26.8 inches |
| 29% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,416 ft (432 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,727/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.0644°N, 95.2837°W |
| County FIPS | 19041 |