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Thrall, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Thrall is a small town in Texas with a population of 902. Residents earn $72,798 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
902 Population 1,919/sq mi density
$72,798 Median Income $27,402 per capita
$171,500 Home Value $344,177 Zillow
$1,176 Median Rent 34.5% income on rent
67°F Avg Temperature 303 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$72,798 median income, 6.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$171,500 home value, $1,176/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
11.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,798
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $171,500
39% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.9%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,176
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.9%
92% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.1%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population902
Median Age36.3 yrs
Density1,919/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 61%
Veterans13.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$72,798
Per Capita$27,402
Unemployment6.9%
Poverty9.1%
County GDP$44,610M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$171,500
Rent$1,176
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$344,177
Housing Units304
Rent Burden34.5%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,650/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary330/100K

Health

Obesity35.2%
Uninsured15.6%
Smoking11.9%
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (20°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain37.1 in/yr
Sunny Days303/yr
Elevation558 ft (170 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.9%
High School+68.7%
Graduate+2.6%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
Commute34 min
Broadband66.9%
Libraries11

Is Thrall a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Thrall is $72,798, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Thrall is $171,500, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,176 per month. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Thrall is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,650 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Thrall enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°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 37.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Thrall has a population of 902 with a density of 1,919 people per square mile. The median age is 36.3 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (60.6%), with 15.4% Hispanic, 2.7% Black.

Population

902
Total Population
1,919
People / sq mi
36.3yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Thrall vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.2%
6% above US avg
Spanish16.8%
25% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Thrall vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Thrall is $72,798, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Thrall vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,798
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,402
Avg Weekly Wage$1,545
IRS Avg AGI$110,070

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.9%
92% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.1%
27% 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 Rate5.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.9 min
Drive Alone86.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Thrall is $171,500, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,176 (1% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $344,177.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$171,500
39% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$344,177

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,176
1% above US avg
Rent Burden34.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.7%
Housing Units304
Median Year Built1987

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,871
182% above US avg
Effective Rate5.76%
In Thrall, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.6% of residents lack health insurance. 11.9% are current smokers. 22.2% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.2%
10% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma9.6%
COPD5.0%
Cancer6.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.9%
15% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress11.9%
Short Sleep33.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.7%
Uninsured15.6%
81% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.7%
Dental Visits61.4%
Premature Death5,175/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access91.9%
Healthcare Facilities1,657
Thrall has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,650 per 100,000 (16% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,650.2/100K
16% below US avg
Burglary330.0/100K
Theft880.1/100K
Vehicle Theft440.0/100K
Arson110.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)59

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Thrall has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.1 inches. The area enjoys 303 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average67.4°F
25% above US avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days303 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.1 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation558 ft (170 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density1,919/sq mi
Coordinates30.5882°N, 97.2977°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48491
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.5-point margin. 66.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.4%
D 48%

Winner: Republican by 2.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.9%
65% below US avg
High School+68.7%
Graduate Degree+2.6%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,919/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access66.9%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities1,657
Restaurants1,297
Retail Stores1,626

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)59
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.9 min
Drive Alone86.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.9%

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