Van Vleck, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Van Vleck is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,812. Residents earn $63,682 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,812 Population 249/sq mi density
$63,682 Median Income $36,672 per capita
$146,300 Home Value $226,969 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
70°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$63,682 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$146,300 home value
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,682
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $146,300
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.3%
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,812
Median Age49.2 yrs
Density249/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 52%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,682
Per Capita$36,672
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$23,376M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$146,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$226,969

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain50.2 in/yr
Elevation42 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.3%
High School+85.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute22 min
Libraries13

Is Van Vleck a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Van Vleck receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Van Vleck offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Van Vleck is $63,682, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 4.9% 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 Van Vleck is $146,300, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Van Vleck enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Van Vleck has a population of 1,812 with a density of 249 people per square mile. The median age is 49.2 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (51.7%), with 11.4% Black.

Population

1,812
Total Population
249
People / sq mi
49.2yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
7.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.7%
Female 58.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Van Vleck vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.2%
0% below US avg
Spanish21.8%
63% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Van Vleck vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Van Vleck is $63,682, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Van Vleck vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,682
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,672
Avg Weekly Wage$1,312
IRS Avg AGI$87,500

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,858
County GDP$23,376M

Business (County)

Restaurants727
Healthcare920
Retail892
Manufacturing253

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,186
134% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Van Vleck is $146,300, 48% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $226,969.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$146,300
48% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$226,969
Median List Price$185,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$185,000
$/Sq Ft$143
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio93.4%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,186
134% above US avg
Effective Rate5.60%
In Van Vleck, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% report depression. 29.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Van Vleck vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure34.4%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity29.2%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.1%
Checkup Rate73.0%
Premature Death7,616/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access79.2%
Healthcare Facilities920

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Van Vleck has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

53°F Jan (12°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average69.5°F
29% above US avg
January Average53°F (12°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.2 inches
32% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation42 ft (13 m)
Area7.3 sq mi (18.9 km²)
Population Density249/sq mi
Coordinates29.0281°N, 95.8846°W
County FIPS48039
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%
D 39.5%

Winner: Republican by 19.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.3%
46% below US avg
High School+85.0%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density249/sq mi
Total Area7.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities920
Restaurants727
Retail Stores892

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

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