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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 88.9% |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 11.1% |
| 17% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $59,583 |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $26,904 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,240 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $71,821 |
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 14.9% |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,478 |
| County GDP | $5,864M |
| Restaurants | 148 |
| Healthcare | 128 |
| Retail | 249 |
| Manufacturing | 67 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,510 |
| 57% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.98% |
| Commute Time | 20.7 min |
| Work from Home | 1.8% |
| Census Median | $110,700 |
| 61% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $108,111 |
| Median List Price | $141,450 |
| Median List Price | $141,450 |
| $/Sq Ft | $128 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 84.7% |
| Price Drops | 18.2% |
| Inventory | 22 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,402 |
| 21% above US avg |
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
| Owner-Occupied | 75.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,510 |
| 57% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.98% |
| Obesity | 40.7% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.8% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 8.0% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.7% |
| Depression | 25.4% |
| Mental Distress | 20.4% |
| Physical Distress | 15.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 75.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 72.9% |
| Premature Death | 12,675/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 50.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 128 |
| Total Violent | 319.2/100K |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 58.0/100K |
| Robbery | 174.1/100K |
| Assault | 87.1/100K |
| Total Property | 9,199.1/100K |
| 369% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 435.3/100K |
| Theft | 8,328.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 435.3/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 16 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 66.8°F |
| 24% above US avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 64.4 inches |
| 70% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 8 ft (2 m) |
| Area | 3.4 sq mi (8.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,012/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.0791°N, 93.7598°W |
| County FIPS | 48361 |
Winner: Republican by 66.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 23.2% |
| 31% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 86.6% |
| School Test Score | 5.10 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 1,012/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.4 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 128 |
| Restaurants | 148 |
| Retail Stores | 249 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 16 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 20.7 min |
| Work from Home | 1.8% |