Troup, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Troup is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,965. Residents earn $51,563 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,965 Population 799/sq mi density
$51,563 Median Income $22,252 per capita
$131,800 Home Value $267,399 Zillow
$966 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$51,563 median income, 9.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$131,800 home value, $966/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,563
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $131,800
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.4%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $966
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.7%
169% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.7%
83% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,965
Median Age33.7 yrs
Density799/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 60%

Economy

C
Median Income$51,563
Per Capita$22,252
Unemployment9.7%
Poverty22.7%
County GDP$16,657M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$131,800
Rent$966
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$267,399

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain47.7 in/yr
Elevation470 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.4%
High School+79.6%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute26 min
Libraries6

Is Troup a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Troup receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Troup offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Troup is $51,563, 31% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 22.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Troup is $131,800, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $966 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Troup enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Troup has a population of 1,965 with a density of 799 people per square mile. The median age is 33.7 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (59.7%), with 18.8% Black.

Population

1,965
Total Population
799
People / sq mi
33.7yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Troup vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only75.5%
4% below US avg
Spanish24.5%
83% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Troup vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Troup is $51,563, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Troup vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,563
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,252
Avg Weekly Wage$1,105
IRS Avg AGI$83,327

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.7%
169% above US avg
Poverty Rate22.7%
83% above US avg
Establishments (County)6,931
County GDP$16,657M

Business (County)

Restaurants536
Healthcare690
Retail868
Manufacturing184

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,835
124% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.7 min
Work from Home2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Troup is $131,800, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $966 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $267,399.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$131,800
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$267,399
Median List Price$357,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$357,900
$/Sq Ft$128
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops16.7%
Inventory18

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$966
17% 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)$7,835
124% above US avg
Effective Rate5.94%
In Troup, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.9% report depression. 29.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure35.6%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.8%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity29.5%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.4%
Checkup Rate73.4%
Premature Death9,375/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access69.0%
Healthcare Facilities690

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Troup has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average66.5°F
23% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.7 inches
25% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation470 ft (143 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²)
Population Density799/sq mi
Coordinates32.1458°N, 95.1226°W
County FIPS48423
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 22.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.1%
D 27%

Winner: Republican by 45.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.4%
34% below US avg
High School+79.6%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density799/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities690
Restaurants536
Retail Stores868

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.7 min
Work from Home2.6%

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