Trinity, TX

Texas

Trinity is a small town in Texas with a population of 2,291. Residents earn $30,766 per year, which is 59% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
2,291 Population 604/sq mi density
$30,766 Median Income $18,823 per capita
$65,600 Home Value $167,427 Zillow
$675 Median Rent
69°F Avg Temperature
338 Violent Crime/100K 3,080 property/100K
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$30,766 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$65,600 home value, $675/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
338 violent crimes/100K (11% below avg)
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $30,766
59% lower than US avg
Home Value $65,600
77% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 338/100K
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.8%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $675
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 36.1%
191% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,291
Median Age44.6 yrs
Density604/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 33%

Economy

C
Median Income$30,766
Per Capita$18,823
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty36.1%
County GDP$3,148M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$65,600
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$167,427

Crime

F
Violent338/100K
Property3,080/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault225/100K
Burglary676/100K

Health

Obesity41.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain43.7 in/yr
Elevation230 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.8%
High School+80.6%
School Score4.20

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 30%
Commute34 min
Libraries2

Is Trinity a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Trinity receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Trinity has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Trinity is $30,766, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 36.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Trinity is $65,600, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Trinity is below the national average at 338 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,080 per 100,000, 57% above the national average.

Education

8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Trinity enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Trinity has a population of 2,291 with a density of 604 people per square mile. The median age is 44.6 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (37.8%), with 33.3% White.

Population

2,291
Total Population
604
People / sq mi
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
3.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Trinity vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only77.2%
2% below US avg
Spanish22.8%
70% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Trinity vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Trinity is $30,766, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 36.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Trinity vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,766
59% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,823
Avg Weekly Wage$1,012
IRS Avg AGI$63,608

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate36.1%
191% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,166
County GDP$3,148M

Business (County)

Restaurants118
Healthcare106
Retail180
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,730
92% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate10.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.2 min
Work from Home0.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Trinity is $65,600, 77% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $167,427.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$65,600
77% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$167,427

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$675
42% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$785
1 Bedroom$818
2 Bedrooms$1,010
3 Bedrooms$1,211
4 Bedrooms$1,486

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied45.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,730
92% above US avg
Effective Rate10.26%
In Trinity, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 35.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.7%
30% above US avg
Diabetes14.8%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure38.6%
Asthma11.4%
COPD8.7%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity35.2%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress16.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate66.4%
Checkup Rate73.4%
Premature Death8,101/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access74.3%
Healthcare Facilities106
Trinity has a violent crime rate of 338 per 100,000 residents, 11% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,080 per 100,000 (57% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent338.1/100K
11% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery112.7/100K
Assault225.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,080.4/100K
57% above US avg
Burglary676.2/100K
Theft2,178.8/100K
Vehicle Theft225.4/100K
Arson37.6/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Trinity has an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average68.7°F
27% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.7 inches
15% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation230 ft (70 m)
Area3.8 sq mi (9.8 km²)
Population Density604/sq mi
Coordinates30.9445°N, 95.3736°W
County FIPS48471
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.6%
D 29.6%

Winner: Republican by 40 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.8%
74% below US avg
High School+80.6%
School Test Score4.20
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density604/sq mi
Total Area3.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities106
Restaurants118
Retail Stores180

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
FEMA Disaster Declarations182
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.2 min
Work from Home0.6%

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