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Thorntonville, TX

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Thorntonville is a small town in Texas with a population of 678. Residents earn $59,563 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
678 Population 848/sq mi density
$59,563 Median Income $35,143 per capita
$203,300 Home Value $173,666 Zillow
64°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$59,563 median income, 0.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$203,300 home value
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,563
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $203,300
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.4%
81% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.2%
94% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.1%
86% higher than US avg

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

People

Population678
Median Age33.2 yrs
Density848/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans2.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$59,563
Per Capita$35,143
Unemployment0.2%
Poverty23.1%
County GDP$1,125M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$203,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$173,666
Housing Units233
Rent Burden20.0%

Health

Obesity37.5%
Uninsured26.2%
Smoking15.6%
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain13.8 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation2,600 ft (792 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.4%
High School+76.3%
Graduate+6.4%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute24 min
Broadband77.7%
Libraries1

Is Thorntonville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Thorntonville receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Thorntonville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Thorntonville is $59,563, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.2%. The poverty rate of 23.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Thorntonville is $203,300, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Thorntonville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 13.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Thorntonville has a population of 678 with a density of 848 people per square mile. The median age is 33.2 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.6%).

Population

678
Total Population
848
People / sq mi
33.2yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%
Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Thorntonville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only65.9%
16% below US avg
Spanish34.1%
154% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Thorntonville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Thorntonville is $59,563, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Thorntonville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,563
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,143
Avg Weekly Wage$1,462
IRS Avg AGI$69,701

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.2%
94% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.1%
86% above US avg
Establishments (County)114
County GDP$1,125M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare7
Retail14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,833
10% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Drive Alone82.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Thorntonville is $203,300, 28% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $173,666.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$203,300
28% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$173,666

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden20.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.3%
Housing Units233
Median Year Built1967

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,833
10% above US avg
Effective Rate1.89%
In Thorntonville, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.2% of residents lack health insurance. 15.6% are current smokers. 21.8% report depression. 33.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes13.1%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure33.6%
Asthma9.3%
COPD6.6%
Cancer5.9%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.6%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity33.0%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress15.1%
Short Sleep39.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.7%
Uninsured26.2%
205% above US avg
Checkup Rate70.7%
Dental Visits46.2%
Premature Death11,492/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access94.1%
Healthcare Facilities7
Thorntonville has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.8 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average64.3°F
19% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall13.8 inches
64% below US avg
Snowfall0.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,600 ft (792 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density848/sq mi
Coordinates31.5789°N, 102.9221°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48103
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72.8-point margin. 77.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.2%
D 13.4%

Winner: Republican by 72.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.4%
81% below US avg
High School+76.3%
Graduate Degree+6.4%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density848/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.7%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities7
Restaurants9
Retail Stores14

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Drive Alone82.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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