Thorndale, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Thorndale is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,295. Residents earn $62,857 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,295 Population 1,349/sq mi density
$62,857 Median Income $34,078 per capita
$139,400 Home Value $345,475 Zillow
$923 Median Rent
68°F Avg Temperature
77 Violent Crime/100K 1,695 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$62,857 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$139,400 home value, $923/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
77 violent crimes/100K (80% below avg)
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,857
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $139,400
51% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 77/100K
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.9%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent $923
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.3%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,295
Median Age38.6 yrs
Density1,349/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 74%

Economy

A
Median Income$62,857
Per Capita$34,078
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty1.3%
County GDP$44,610M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$139,400
Rent$923
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$345,475

Crime

F
Violent77/100K
Property1,695/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary308/100K

Health

Obesity35.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Elevation454 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.9%
High School+94.7%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
Commute22 min
Libraries11

Is Thorndale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Thorndale 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, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Thorndale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Thorndale is $62,857, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Thorndale is $139,400, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $923 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Thorndale is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 77 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,695 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

24.9% 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

Thorndale enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Thorndale has a population of 1,295 with a density of 1,349 people per square mile. The median age is 38.6 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.6%), with 10% Black.

Population

1,295
Total Population
1,349
People / sq mi
38.6yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Thorndale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only76.5%
3% below US avg
Spanish23.5%
75% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Thorndale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Thorndale is $62,857, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Thorndale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,857
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,078
Avg Weekly Wage$1,545
IRS Avg AGI$110,070

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.3%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)15,692
County GDP$44,610M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,297
Healthcare1,657
Retail1,626
Manufacturing387

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,871
182% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.2 min
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Thorndale is $139,400, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $923 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $345,475.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$139,400
51% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$345,475

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$923
21% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,871
182% above US avg
Effective Rate7.08%
In Thorndale, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.0% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.2%
10% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure32.2%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.3%
Checkup Rate72.2%
Premature Death5,175/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access91.9%
Healthcare Facilities1,657
Thorndale has a violent crime rate of 77 per 100,000 residents, 80% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,695 per 100,000 (14% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent77.0/100K
80% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery77.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,694.9/100K
14% below US avg
Burglary308.2/100K
Theft1,309.7/100K
Vehicle Theft77.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)59

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Thorndale has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

49°F Jan (9°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average67.5°F
25% above US avg
January Average49°F (9°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.2 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation454 ft (138 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density1,349/sq mi
Coordinates30.6140°N, 97.2065°W
County FIPS48491
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 24.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.4%
D 48%

Winner: Republican by 2.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.9%
26% below US avg
High School+94.7%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,349/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities1,657
Restaurants1,297
Retail Stores1,626

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)59
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.2 min
Work from Home4.7%

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