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Thorndale, TX

Texas · Williamson County · Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos Metro

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.

Data updated April 2026

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 26.8% income on rent
68°F Avg Temperature 303 sunny days/yr
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

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Full City Profile
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%
Veterans4.3%

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
Ownership64.7%
Zillow$345,475
Housing Units709
Rent Burden26.8%

Crime

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

Health

Obesity35.2%
Uninsured15.0%
Smoking13.7%
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation454 ft (138 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.9%
High School+94.7%
Graduate+3.7%
School Score6.22

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
Commute22 min
Broadband86.1%
EV Stations1
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, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured 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. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

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. With 303 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. 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, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 38.6 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.4% female and 48.6% male. The city is predominantly White (73.6%), with 10% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 76.5% of residents, while 23.5% speak Spanish. 4.3% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 18.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 83.3% have health insurance coverage.

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 Only 76.5%
3% below US avg
Spanish 23.5%
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. Per capita income is $34,078 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,545. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 15,692 business establishments, including 1,297 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 4.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

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
Gini Index0.403 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

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
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.2 min
Drive Alone86.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Thorndale is $139,400, 51% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $345,475, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $923 (21% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. 64.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 709 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1967. The average annual property tax is $9,871 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 26.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, well within the affordable range.

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
Rent Burden26.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership64.7%
Owner-Occupied64.7%
Renter-Occupied35.3%
Housing Units709
Median Year Built1967

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,871
182% above US avg
Effective Rate7.08%
In Thorndale, 35.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.6% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.3% of residents. 32.2% have high blood pressure. 13.7% are current smokers. 19.2% report binge drinking. 25.6% are physically inactive. 24.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.1% experience frequent mental distress. 15.0% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,465. The dentist ratio is 1:1,638. 91.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.8 out of 10.

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%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.7%
2% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.9%
Short Sleep38.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.3%
Uninsured15.0%
74% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,465
Dentists1:1,638
Mental Health1:560
Checkup Rate72.2%
Dental Visits52.9%
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. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 77.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,695 per 100,000, 14% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,310, burglary at 308, vehicle theft at 77 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 59 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Thorndale receives a safety grade of F.

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
Traffic Accidents7
Avg Accident Severity2.6 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Thorndale enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 303 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 454 feet.

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)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Geography

Elevation454 ft (138 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density1,349/sq mi
Coordinates30.6140°N, 97.2065°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyWilliamson County County
Nearest AirportH H Coffield Regional (RCK)
13 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.2"
8% below US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (May) 4.61"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.77"

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score90.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability10.6 / 100
Community Resilience87.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively High
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Very High
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Relatively High
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.1. Most recent: M2.5 on Apr 2, 2024.

Feb 19, 2015 3 km N of Hallettsville, Texas M3.1 130 km
Jan 1, 2024 18 km S of Gonzales, Texas M3.0 144 km
Sep 3, 2015 7 km NNE of Leander, Texas M2.9 60 km
Oct 20, 2017 5 km W of Flatonia, Texas M2.9 104 km
Jan 4, 1995 1 km NW of Hallettsville, Texas M2.7 132 km
Jul 22, 2023 13 km ENE of Smiley, Texas M2.6 150 km
Aug 24, 2021 3 km NNW of Hallettsville, Texas M2.6 129 km
Apr 2, 2024 4 km SSW of Round Top, Texas M2.5 82 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

11 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Beryl (2024, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Beryl Category 1 187 km
2021 Nicholas Category 1 249 km
2017 Harvey Category 4 213 km
2008 Ike Category 2 187 km
2007 Humberto Category 1 296 km
2005 Rita Category 1 298 km
2003 Claudette Category 1 226 km
1989 Chantal Category 1 293 km
1989 Jerry Category 1 265 km
1986 Bonnie Category 1 290 km
1983 Alicia Category 3 193 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

484 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 40 fatalities, 333 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
May 27, 1997 EF5 46 km 27
May 27, 1997 EF4 83 km 1
Apr 12, 2022 EF3 63 km 0
Apr 13, 2019 EF3 57 km 0
Mar 10, 2000 EF3 55 km 0
May 27, 1997 EF3 67 km 0
May 27, 1997 EF3 59 km 0
May 27, 1997 EF3 79 km 0
Mar 14, 1990 EF3 58 km 0
May 17, 1989 EF3 43 km 1
Apr 7, 1980 EF3 48 km 1
May 26, 1976 EF3 65 km 2
Mar 10, 1973 EF3 99 km 0
May 10, 1959 EF3 62 km 0
May 10, 1959 EF3 61 km 0
Apr 24, 1957 EF3 41 km 0
Mar 20, 1957 EF3 43 km 0
Mar 20, 1957 EF3 53 km 0
Apr 5, 1956 EF3 80 km 0
Apr 30, 1954 EF3 32 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

18 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BASTROP COUNTY COMPLEX (31,838 ac, 2011).

Year Name Acres Distance
2011 BASTROP COUNTY COMPLEX 31,838 54 km
2022 CRITTENBERG COMPLEX 21,391 87 km
2011 ROBINETTE 6,039 86 km
2011 UNNAMED 5,706 82 km
2011 DELHI 4,735 92 km
2011 SPICEWOOD 4,239 90 km
2015 HIDDEN PINES 3,807 59 km
2009 OWL CREEK 2,376 90 km
2011 UNNAMED 2,236 80 km
2011 LUTHERHILL 2,215 79 km
2006 BROWNS CREEK RANGE 1,889 89 km
2011 UNNAMED 1,581 85 km
2008 BERTRAM 1,567 76 km
2008 HWY 195 FIRE 1,523 55 km
2008 CR 208 1,483 91 km
2009 UNNAMED 1,445 81 km
2009 WILDERNESS RIDGE 1,278 60 km
2005 UNNAMED 1,140 84 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 49°F (9°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 53°F (12°C) 2.5 in
March 60°F (16°C) 2.2 in
April 67°F (20°C) 3.0 in
May 74°F (24°C) 4.6 in Wettest
June 80°F (27°C) 3.7 in
July 84°F (29°C) 1.8 in Warmest, Driest
August 84°F (29°C) 1.9 in
September 79°F (26°C) 4.1 in
October 70°F (21°C) 3.7 in
November 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in
December 51°F (11°C) 2.3 in

Thorndale has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 49°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.6") and July the driest (1.8").

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Thorndale is located in Williamson County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 24.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 26% below the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. 3.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 50.4% of the vote, a 2.5-point margin. 86.1% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 11 public libraries serving the community. 1,657 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 86.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.4%
D 48%

Winner: Republican by 2.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)59
Traffic Accidents7
Avg Accident Severity2.6 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.9%
26% below US avg
High School+94.7%
Graduate Degree+3.7%
School Test Score6.22
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

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

Services

Broadband Access86.1%
Avg Download Speed116.5 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed22.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities1,657
Restaurants1,297
Retail Stores1,626

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.2 min
Drive Alone86.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%
Average costs for common services in Thorndale. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $243 ($146–$388)
Specialist Visit $340 ($194–$534)
Urgent Care Visit $194 ($97–$340)
Emergency Room Visit $2,136 ($777–$4,855)
Dental Cleaning $126 ($73–$194)
Dental Filling $243 ($146–$388)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $44 ($24–$73)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $73 ($49–$117)
Brake Pad Replacement $291 ($146–$486)
Tire Rotation $39 ($19–$73)
New Tires (Set of 4) $583 ($388–$971)
Battery Replacement $194 ($97–$340)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $97 ($58–$146)
Electrician (Per Hour) $87 ($49–$136)
HVAC Repair $388 ($146–$777)
HVAC System Install $6,797 ($3,884–$11,652)
Roof Repair $971 ($388–$1,942)
Roof Replacement $8,739 ($5,341–$14,565)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,457 ($486–$3,399)
Divorce (Contested) $14,565 ($4,855–$29,130)
DUI Defense $4,855 ($1,942–$9,710)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,457 ($777–$2,913)
Will Preparation $486 ($194–$971)
Trust Preparation $2,428 ($971–$4,855)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut $53 ($29–$97)
Hair Coloring (Full) $146 ($73–$243)
Manicure $24 ($15–$44)
Pedicure $39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour) $78 ($49–$126)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.98 ($2.91–$5.34)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.40 ($2.43–$4.86)
Loaf of Bread $3.69 ($2.43–$5.34)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.37 ($2.91–$6.31)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.34 ($3.88–$7.28)
Rice (per lb) $0.97 ($0.58–$1.75)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $136 ($78–$243)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $68 ($29–$146)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $68 ($39–$117)
Internet (Monthly) $68 ($39–$97)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $63 ($29–$97)
Cable TV (Monthly) $83 ($49–$146)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $194 ($73–$486)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,942 ($1,165–$3,399)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $68 ($29–$126)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($7.77–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $97 ($29–$243)
Driver's License Renewal $29 ($15–$73)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,165 ($583–$2,428)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $971 ($486–$1,942)
After-School Care (Monthly) $388 ($194–$680)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $49 ($24–$97)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $971 ($388–$2,428)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,138 ($4,855–$29,130)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $58 ($29–$97)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $97 ($49–$194)
Dog Grooming $58 ($29–$97)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $39 ($19–$73)
Dog Spay/Neuter $291 ($146–$486)
Cat Spay/Neuter $194 ($97–$388)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$875
Toddler$818
Preschool$792
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$784
Toddler$745
Preschool$736
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Williamson County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 29,135 1,469 $49,740 1.26
Accommodation & Food Services 26,035 1,235 $28,188 1.23
Health Care & Social Assistance 24,256 1,763 $59,947 0.73
Construction 21,049 1,696 $81,267 1.73
Professional & Technical Services 19,741 3,014 $158,776 1.22
Manufacturing 15,954 505 $153,939 0.84
Finance & Insurance 13,499 820 $96,013 1.43
Wholesale Trade 13,088 652 $149,603 1.43
Administrative & Waste Services 12,126 876 $57,455 0.89
Other Services 7,405 1,134 $53,043 1.06
Transportation & Warehousing 3,983 296 $60,549 0.40
Educational Services 3,891 292 $42,469 0.81
Arts & Entertainment 3,445 214 $29,173 0.88
Information & Technology 3,369 404 $129,741 0.77
Real Estate 3,256 840 $72,595 0.90
Utilities 1,393 26 $144,073 1.58
Management of Companies 1,072 78 $210,353 0.27
Mining & Oil/Gas 1,057 34 $73,656 1.20
Agriculture & Forestry 194 50 $58,193 0.10
Unclassified 185 112 $55,988 0.57

Schools in Thorndale

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
THORNDALE EL Elementary 255 21 12.1:1
THORNDALE H S High 199 23 8.7:1
THORNDALE MIDDLE Middle 163 12 13.6:1
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Radio Stations near Thorndale

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
US105 AAC+ 64 kbps
Anerican Journal news talk AAC+ 32 kbps

Campgrounds Near Thorndale

8 campgrounds found near Thorndale.

NameRatingSitesPrice
DANA PEAK 4.4/5 31 $20–$120
UNION GROVE 4.4/5 38 $24–$60
FRIENDSHIP PARK 4.3/5 1 $60
TAYLOR 4.2/5 48 $30–$55
STILLHOUSE 4.1/5 2 $120
WILSON H FOX 4.1/5 50 $26–$60
WILLIS CREEK 4.0/5 34 $10–$60
BELTON LAKEVIEW PARK 2.7/5 2 $60–$120

National Parks Near Thorndale

11 national parks and monuments found near Thorndale.

ParkTypeFee
Bastrop State Park State Park Free
Buescher State Park State Park Free
El Camino Real de los Tejas National Historic Trail National Historic Trail Free
Fort Parker State Park State Park Free
Lake Somerville State Park - Birch Creek State Park Free
Lake Somerville State Park - Nails Creek Unit State Park Free
Lake Somerville Trailway State Park State Park Free
Lockhart State Park State Park Free
McKinney Falls State Park State Park Free
Mother Neff State Park State Park Free
Waco Mammoth National Monument National Monument Free

Museums in Thorndale

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CZECH HERITAGE MUSEUM AND GENEALOGY CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM$126,114
ROCKDALE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION11 N MAIN STREET5124462020$36,080
DICKEY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5123656068
DR JAMES LEE DICKEY HOUSEGENERAL MUSEUM
FRIENDSHIP PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
LEXINGTON LOG CABINS & HERITAGE CENTERHISTORIC PRESERVATION4TH AND MAIN9797738400
MILAM COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION201 E MAIN ST2013624678
MILAM COUNTY MUSEUM ANNEXGENERAL MUSEUM2546974770
MOODY HOUSE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5123528654
TAYLOR CONSERVATION AND HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Thorndale

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
TAYLOR PUBLIC LIBRARY801 VANCE ST0.076,186
LUCY HILL PATTERSON MEMORIAL LIBRARY201 ACKERMAN ST0.014,344
CAMERON PUBLIC LIBRARY304 E 3RD ST0.09,917

Farmers Markets in Thorndale

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Taylor Area Farmers Market Association5th Street and Main Street

Restaurants in Thorndale

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Apache Pass Steakhouse & Icehouse
Downtown Cafe
Schroeder's Place

Gas Stations in Thorndale

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CEFCO
Discount Market
Shell

Banks in Thorndale

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Prosperity Bank

Cell Towers in Thorndale

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
(Minerva site) 3144 CR 232TOWER148
(Holland site) 26552 SH-95TOWER125
(Thorndale site) 2236 CR 434 LPTOWER108
FARM MARKET 452 SOUTH OF TAYLOR (62732)GTOWER102
FARM MARKET 452 SOUTH OF TAYLOR (62732)GTOWER102
106 Old Coupland Road (62732)GTOWER102
106 Old Coupland Road (62732)GTOWER102
.42 MILE EAST SOUTHEAST STATE ROUTE 123 AND (77943)GTOWER98
.42 MILE EAST SOUTHEAST STATE ROUTE 123 AND (77943)GTOWER98
.42 MILE EAST SOUTHEAST STATE ROUTE 123 AND (77943)GTOWER98
(Cameron site) 282 CR 203 LPTOWER93
5341 CR 347 (62666)GTOWER93
5341 CR 347 (62666)GTOWER93
5341 COUNTY ROAD 347 (62666)GTOWER93
5341 COUNTY ROAD 347 (62666)GTOWER93
24297 U.S. Highway 79 (82009)LTOWER82
24297 U.S. Highway 79 (82009)LTOWER82
24297 US HIGHWAY 79 (82009)LTOWER82
24297 US HIGHWAY 79 (82009)LTOWER82
Cameron FM 203TOWER81
Cameron FM 203TOWER81

Fire Stations in Thorndale

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Thorndale Volunteer Fire Department105 N Main STVolunteer512-898-2523

Bridges in Thorndale

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete2011328,222F
CulvertConcrete2010338,222G
CulvertConcrete2010268,222G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19971008,180G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19965658,180G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19964108,180F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19962708,180G
CulvertConcrete2000617,918G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1997807,918G
CulvertConcrete1960221,480F
CulvertConcrete1960441,480G
CulvertConcrete1960641,480F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete19602801,480F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete19602801,480F
CulvertConcrete1960431,480G
CulvertConcrete1987541,437G
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete1984961,437G
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete19873601,437G
CulvertConcrete1987641,437G
CulvertConcrete1989641,437F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20142651,277G
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete1984911,277G
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete1984661,277G
CulvertConcrete1960251,151F
CulvertConcrete1960221,151F
CulvertConcrete195127646F
SlabConcrete195175646F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete1968160431F
CulvertConcrete196124355G
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete198791300F
CulvertConcrete199027300G
CulvertConcrete198943170G
CulvertConcrete200343160G
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete198791155F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete1991128132G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200474113G
Truss (Thru)Steel1911275107F
CulvertConcrete199027100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel198874100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel201745100F
CulvertConcrete19802985F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20174070G
Truss (Thru)Steel193019760P
SlabPrestressed concrete201715060G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20215051G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20174050F
OtherPrestressed concrete200011040G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19897240F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20074020F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20017920F

Amtrak Stations in Thorndale

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Taylor, TX118 East First StreetTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Thorndale

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
SANDOW STEAM ELECTRIC STATION3986 CHARLES MARTIN HALL RDMILAM

Airports Near Thorndale

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Austin Bergstrom International AirportAUSLarge Airport
Austin Executive AirportMedium Airport
Draughon Miller Central Texas Regional AirportTPLMedium Airport
Killeen Regional Airport / Robert Gray Army AirfieldGRKMedium Airport
San Marcos Regional AirportMedium Airport
Anchorage Farm FieldSmall Airport
Apache Pass AirportSmall Airport
Austin Paramotor Flight SchoolSmall Airport
Austin Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Bar 3 Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Bar S Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Bratton AirportSmall Airport
Britts Crosswind AirportSmall Airport
Buckshot Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Bud Dryden AirportSmall Airport
Burkett Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Buttermilk Air StripSmall Airport
Caldwell Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Cameron Municipal AirparkSmall Airport
Chan-C AirportSmall Airport
Charping AirportSmall Airport
Cold Springs UAV AirstripSmall Airport
Corpora AirportSmall Airport
Cotton Patch AirportSmall Airport
Cross-Country Estates AirportSmall Airport
Del Valle AirportSmall Airport
Double D Farms AirportSmall Airport
Elgin Intracontinental AirportSmall Airport
Fayette Regional Air Center AirportSmall Airport
Fisher Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flanders FieldSmall Airport
FLF GliderportSmall Airport
Flying Armadillo FieldSmall Airport
Flying Fajita AirportSmall Airport
Flying G H Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying H Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying K Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Fort Hood Landing Strip 12 HammerSmall Airport
Fort Hood Landing Strip 22Small Airport
Fort Hood Landing Strip 50Small Airport
Fort Hood Stampede Creek AirstripSmall Airport
Garrett Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Georgetown Executive Airport at Johnny Gantt FieldSmall Airport
Giddings-Lee County AirportSmall Airport
Glaser FieldSmall Airport
Goff Ranch AirportSmall Airport
H H Coffield Regional AirportRCKSmall Airport
Hank Sasser Airport at BreakawaySmall Airport
Hawken Air One AirportSmall Airport
Hearne Municipal AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Thorndale

5 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Cameron Police Department605 West 4th Street
City of Bartlett Police Department202 North Dalton Street
Constable
Lexington Police Department650 Main Street
Thrall Police Department104 South Main Street

Grocery Stores in Thorndale

3 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
CEFCO 75Convenience Store201 E Highway 79
DOLLAR GENERAL 11196Other301 E US Highway 79
J & K GROCERYConvenience Store101 E HWY 79

Post Offices in Thorndale

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Thorndale Texas Post Office107 North 1st Street

Treatment Centers in Thorndale

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Bluebonnet Trails Community ServicesBoth512-365-1600
Resolution Ranch AcademyBoth254-697-2422

Churches & Religious Organizations in Thorndale

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
LTTTLE BLESSINGS INCPO BOX 96
SAN GABRIEL CHRISTIAN CHURCH764 COUNTY ROAD 420
ST PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCHPO BOX 369

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UFO Sightings
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Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Frequently Asked Questions About Thorndale

What is the population of Thorndale?

Thorndale has a population of 1,295 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 1,349 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.6 years. The population is 51.4% female and 48.6% male.

Is Thorndale expensive to live in?

Thorndale has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $62,857, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $139,400 (51% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $923 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Thorndale safe?

Thorndale is considered a very safe city 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 (below the national average). Overall, Thorndale receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Thorndale?

Thorndale enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 303 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Thorndale?

The job market in Thorndale is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,545. There are 15,692 business establishments in the area, including 1,297 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 4.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Thorndale?

The median home value in Thorndale is $139,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $345,475. For renters, the median monthly rent is $923. Fair market rent is $935 for a 1-bedroom and $1,149 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 64.7%. The average annual property tax is $9,871.

How are the schools in Thorndale?

Schools in Thorndale score 6.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 24.9% of adults in Thorndale hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. 3.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Thorndale?

The obesity rate in Thorndale is 35.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 13.7% of adults are smokers. 25.6% are physically inactive. 24.0% of residents report depression. 15.0% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 91.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,465.

What is transportation like in Thorndale?

The average commute in Thorndale is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 86.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Thorndale?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Thorndale is 73.6% White, 10% Black or African American. 76.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 23.5% speak Spanish. 4.3% of the population are military veterans. 18.0% of residents have a disability. 83.3% have health insurance coverage.

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