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Vanderbilt, TX

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Vanderbilt is a small town in Texas with a population of 564. Residents earn $123,935 per year, which is 65% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
564 Population 295/sq mi density
$123,935 Median Income $24,976 per capita
71°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$123,935 median income, 21.0% unemployment
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $123,935
65% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.5%
1% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 21.0%
483% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population564
Median Age15.0 yrs
Density295/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 41%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$123,935
Per Capita$24,976
Unemployment21.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$772M
Commute54 min

Health

Obesity38.0%
Uninsured21.1%
Smoking13.4%
Depression23.0%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain41.4 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation34 ft (10 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.5%
High School+85.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute54 min
Broadband95.0%
Libraries1

Is Vanderbilt a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vanderbilt receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate, long commute times. Vanderbilt offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Vanderbilt is $123,935, which is significantly higher than the national average — 65% above $75,149. This places Vanderbilt among higher-income communities. At 21.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 54 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 85.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Vanderbilt has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Vanderbilt has a population of 564 with a density of 295 people per square mile. The median age is 15.0 years, 61% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (41%).

Population

564
Total Population
295
People / sq mi
15.0yrs
Median Age
61% below US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.6%
Female 57.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Vanderbilt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only81.9%
4% above US avg
Spanish18.1%
35% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Vanderbilt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vanderbilt is $123,935, which is 65% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 21.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 54 minutes.

Income: Vanderbilt vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$123,935
65% above US avg
Per Capita Income$24,976
Avg Weekly Wage$1,087
IRS Avg AGI$69,795

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment21.0%
483% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)424
County GDP$772M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare19
Retail46
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,790
8% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time53.6 min
Drive Alone97.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

In Vanderbilt, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.1% of residents lack health insurance. 13.4% are current smokers. 23.0% report depression. 29.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes12.0%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.8%
Cancer6.1%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.4%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity29.7%
Depression23.0%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress13.9%
Short Sleep38.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.3%
Uninsured21.1%
145% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.6%
Dental Visits57.5%
Premature Death9,120/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access51.8%
Healthcare Facilities19
Vanderbilt has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.4 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average71.3°F
32% above US avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.4 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation34 ft (10 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density295/sq mi
Coordinates28.8208°N, 96.6096°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48239
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 33.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.8-point margin. 95.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.1%
D 14.3%

Winner: Republican by 70.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.5%
1% below US avg
High School+85.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density295/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants28
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute53.6 min
Drive Alone97.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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