Von Ormy, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Von Ormy is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,177. Residents earn $45,909 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,177 Population 623/sq mi density
$45,909 Median Income $24,527 per capita
$77,100 Home Value
$962 Median Rent
70°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$45,909 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$77,100 home value, $962/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,909
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $77,100
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.9%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $962
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.2%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,177
Median Age36.5 yrs
Density623/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 44%

Economy

B+
Median Income$45,909
Per Capita$24,527
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty12.2%
County GDP$159,589M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$77,100
Rent$962
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F
AQI42 (Good)
Elevation612 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.9%
High School+71.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 54%
Commute23 min
EV Stations1
Libraries37

Is Von Ormy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Von Ormy receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Von Ormy offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Von Ormy is $45,909, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. 12.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Von Ormy is $77,100, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $962 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Von Ormy enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Von Ormy has a population of 1,177 with a density of 623 people per square mile. The median age is 36.5 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (43.7%), with 7% Hispanic.

Population

1,177
Total Population
623
People / sq mi
36.5yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.9%
Female 46.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Von Ormy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only33.7%
57% below US avg
Spanish66.3%
395% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Von Ormy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Von Ormy is $45,909, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Von Ormy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,909
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,527
Avg Weekly Wage$1,267
IRS Avg AGI$74,535

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.2%
2% below US avg
Establishments (County)45,524
County GDP$159,589M

Business (County)

Restaurants4,527
Healthcare5,392
Retail5,030
Manufacturing884

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,802
180% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate12.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.0 min
Work from Home5.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Von Ormy is $77,100, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $962 (17% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$77,100
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$962
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-Occupied68.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,802
180% above US avg
Effective Rate12.71%
In Von Ormy, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 39.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Von Ormy vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes16.5%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure34.2%
Asthma8.8%
COPD5.4%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity39.4%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress16.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.4%
Checkup Rate69.7%
Premature Death8,758/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access88.5%
Healthcare Facilities5,392

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)229
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Von Ormy has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

53°F Jan (11°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average70.0°F
30% above US avg
January Average53°F (11°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation612 ft (187 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density623/sq mi
Coordinates29.2774°N, 98.6574°W
County FIPS48029
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 9.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.6%
D 54.3%

Winner: Democrat by 9.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.9%
77% below US avg
High School+71.0%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density623/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries37
Healthcare Facilities5,392
Restaurants4,527
Retail Stores5,030

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)229
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.0 min
Work from Home5.7%

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