Shenandoah, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Shenandoah is a small town in Texas with a population of 3,597. Residents earn $67,422 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
3,597 Population 1,845/sq mi density
$67,422 Median Income $80,638 per capita
$396,000 Home Value $427,299 Zillow
$1,325 Median Rent
70°F Avg Temperature
225 Violent Crime/100K 7,456 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$67,422 median income, 0.7% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$396,000 home value, $1,325/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
225 violent crimes/100K (41% below avg)
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
45.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,422
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $396,000
40% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 225/100K
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 45.7%
36% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,325
14% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.9%
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.0%
11% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,597
Median Age60.5 yrs
Density1,845/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 74%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,422
Per Capita$80,638
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty11.0%
County GDP$50,079M
Commute26 min

Housing

B
Home Value$396,000
Rent$1,325
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$427,299

Crime

F
Violent225/100K
Property7,456/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault37/100K
Burglary937/100K

Health

Obesity27.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.7%
High School+97.1%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute26 min
EV Stations4
Libraries7

Is Shenandoah a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shenandoah receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Shenandoah offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Shenandoah is $67,422, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. 11.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Shenandoah is $396,000, 40% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,325 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.9x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Shenandoah is below the national average at 225 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 7,456 per 100,000, 280% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Shenandoah enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Shenandoah has a population of 3,597 with a density of 1,845 people per square mile. The median age is 60.5 years, 56% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.3%).

Population

3,597
Total Population
1,845
People / sq mi
60.5yrs
Median Age
56% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Shenandoah vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.1%
1% below US avg
Spanish21.9%
63% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Shenandoah vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shenandoah is $67,422, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Shenandoah vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,422
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$80,638
Avg Weekly Wage$1,351
IRS Avg AGI$115,723

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.0%
11% below US avg
Establishments (County)15,222
County GDP$50,079M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,207
Healthcare1,667
Retail1,677
Manufacturing487

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,502
200% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.7 min
Work from Home19.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Shenandoah is $396,000, 40% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,325 (14% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $427,299.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$396,000
40% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$427,299
Median List Price$769,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$769,900
$/Sq Ft$221
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio96.9%
Price Drops11.1%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,325
14% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,789

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied55.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,502
200% above US avg
Effective Rate2.65%
In Shenandoah, 27.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 18.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.9%
13% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease4.1%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma9.3%
COPD4.1%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity18.6%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress15.4%
Physical Distress10.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.6%
Checkup Rate73.6%
Premature Death6,837/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access88.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,667
Shenandoah has a violent crime rate of 225 per 100,000 residents, 41% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 7,456 per 100,000 (280% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent224.8/100K
41% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery187.3/100K
Assault37.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property7,456.0/100K
280% above US avg
Burglary936.7/100K
Theft5,657.6/100K
Vehicle Theft861.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)63
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Shenandoah has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average69.7°F
29% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density1,845/sq mi
Coordinates30.1840°N, 95.4557°W
County FIPS48339
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 45.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.3%
D 26.8%

Winner: Republican by 45.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.7%
36% above US avg
High School+97.1%
School Test Score5.10
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,845/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities1,667
Restaurants1,207
Retail Stores1,677

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)63
FEMA Disaster Declarations182
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.7 min
Work from Home19.9%

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