West Orange, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

West Orange is a small town in Texas with a population of 3,442. Residents earn $59,583 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
3,442 Population 1,012/sq mi density
$59,583 Median Income $26,904 per capita
$110,700 Home Value $108,111 Zillow
$1,402 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
319 Violent Crime/100K 9,199 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$59,583 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,700 home value, $1,402/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
319 violent crimes/100K (16% below avg)
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,583
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,700
61% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 319/100K
16% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.2%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,402
21% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.9%
20% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,442
Median Age30.0 yrs
Density1,012/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 65%

Economy

B+
Median Income$59,583
Per Capita$26,904
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty14.9%
County GDP$5,864M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,700
Rent$1,402
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$108,111

Crime

F
Violent319/100K
Property9,199/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault87/100K
Burglary435/100K

Health

Obesity40.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain64.4 in/yr
Elevation8 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.2%
High School+86.6%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute21 min
Libraries3

Is West Orange a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Orange receives an overall livability score of 3.1 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, high obesity rates. West Orange offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in West Orange is $59,583, 21% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in West Orange is $110,700, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,402 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in West Orange is below the national average at 319 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 9,199 per 100,000, 369% above the national average.

Education

23.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

West Orange enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 64.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

West Orange has a population of 3,442 with a density of 1,012 people per square mile. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65.1%), with 18.5% Black.

Population

3,442
Total Population
1,012
People / sq mi
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.6%
Female 55.4%

Race & Ethnicity

West Orange vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.9%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.1%
17% below US avg

Social Characteristics

West Orange vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Orange is $59,583, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: West Orange vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,583
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,904
Avg Weekly Wage$1,240
IRS Avg AGI$71,821

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.9%
20% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,478
County GDP$5,864M

Business (County)

Restaurants148
Healthcare128
Retail249
Manufacturing67

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,510
57% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.7 min
Work from Home1.8%

Walkability

The median home value in West Orange is $110,700, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,402 (21% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $108,111.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,700
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$108,111
Median List Price$141,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$141,450
$/Sq Ft$128
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio84.7%
Price Drops18.2%
Inventory22

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,402
21% above 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-Occupied75.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,510
57% above US avg
Effective Rate4.98%
In West Orange, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.4% report depression. 30.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: West Orange vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.7%
27% above US avg
Diabetes12.5%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure35.8%
Asthma10.8%
COPD8.0%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity30.7%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress15.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.6%
Checkup Rate72.9%
Premature Death12,675/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access50.5%
Healthcare Facilities128
West Orange has a violent crime rate of 319 per 100,000 residents, 16% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 9,199 per 100,000 (369% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent319.2/100K
16% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape58.0/100K
Robbery174.1/100K
Assault87.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property9,199.1/100K
369% above US avg
Burglary435.3/100K
Theft8,328.5/100K
Vehicle Theft435.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
West Orange has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 64.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

51°F Jan (10°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average66.8°F
24% above US avg
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall64.4 inches
70% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation8 ft (2 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.8 km²)
Population Density1,012/sq mi
Coordinates30.0791°N, 93.7598°W
County FIPS48361
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 23.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.1%
D 16.4%

Winner: Republican by 66.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.2%
31% below US avg
High School+86.6%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,012/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities128
Restaurants148
Retail Stores249

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.7 min
Work from Home1.8%

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