Woodbranch, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Woodbranch is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,776. Residents earn $87,000 per year, which is 16% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,776 Population 884/sq mi density
$87,000 Median Income $31,813 per capita
$257,200 Home Value
$1,422 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$87,000 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$257,200 home value, $1,422/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $87,000
16% higher than US avg
Home Value $257,200
9% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.6%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,422
22% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.4%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.8%
52% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,776
Median Age34.5 yrs
Density884/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 64%

Economy

A
Median Income$87,000
Per Capita$31,813
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty18.8%
County GDP$50,079M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$257,200
Rent$1,422
OwnershipN/A

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,097/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary293/100K

Health

Obesity34.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain55.5 in/yr
Elevation86 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.6%
High School+92.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute36 min
Libraries7

Is Woodbranch a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woodbranch receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Woodbranch offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woodbranch is $87,000, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. The poverty rate of 18.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodbranch is $257,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,422 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Woodbranch is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,097 per 100,000, 44% below the national average.

Education

11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Woodbranch enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Woodbranch has a population of 1,776 with a density of 884 people per square mile. The median age is 34.5 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.1%), with 5.2% Hispanic.

Population

1,776
Total Population
884
People / sq mi
34.5yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%
Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodbranch vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.5%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.5%
8% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Woodbranch vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodbranch is $87,000, which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Woodbranch vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,000
16% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,813
Avg Weekly Wage$1,351
IRS Avg AGI$115,723

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.8%
52% above US avg
Establishments (County)15,222
County GDP$50,079M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,207
Healthcare1,667
Retail1,677
Manufacturing487

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,502
200% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.4 min
Work from Home5.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodbranch is $257,200, 9% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,422 (22% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$257,200
9% below US avg
Median List Price$287,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$287,450
$/Sq Ft$165
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops40.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,422
22% 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-Occupied91.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,502
200% above US avg
Effective Rate4.08%
In Woodbranch, 34.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 28.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.4%
7% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma10.5%
COPD7.5%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity28.3%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.5%
Checkup Rate71.3%
Premature Death6,837/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access88.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,667
Woodbranch has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,097 per 100,000 (44% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,097.3/100K
44% below US avg
Burglary292.6/100K
Theft731.5/100K
Vehicle Theft73.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)63
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Woodbranch has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.6°F
23% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.5 inches
46% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation86 ft (26 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density884/sq mi
Coordinates30.1813°N, 95.1836°W
County FIPS48339
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.3%
D 26.8%

Winner: Republican by 45.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.6%
66% below US avg
High School+92.0%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density884/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities1,667
Restaurants1,207
Retail Stores1,677

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)63
FEMA Disaster Declarations182
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.4 min
Work from Home5.8%

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