Woodsboro, TX

Texas

Woodsboro is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,240. Residents earn $67,969 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,240 Population 1,632/sq mi density
$67,969 Median Income $29,439 per capita
$81,700 Home Value $125,209 Zillow
$960 Median Rent
71°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$67,969 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,700 home value, $960/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,969
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $81,700
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.5%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $960
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,240
Median Age31.6 yrs
Density1,632/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 64%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,969
Per Capita$29,439
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$484M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,700
Rent$960
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$125,209

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain35.4 in/yr
Elevation37 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.5%
High School+81.5%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute21 min
Libraries1

Is Woodsboro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woodsboro receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Woodsboro offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woodsboro is $67,969, 10% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodsboro is $81,700, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $960 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Woodsboro has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Woodsboro has a population of 1,240 with a density of 1,632 people per square mile. The median age is 31.6 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (63.8%), with 2.2% Black.

Population

1,240
Total Population
1,632
People / sq mi
31.6yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodsboro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only70.8%
10% below US avg
Spanish29.2%
118% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Woodsboro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodsboro is $67,969, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Woodsboro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,969
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,439
Avg Weekly Wage$1,008
IRS Avg AGI$59,379

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)206
County GDP$484M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare7
Retail25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,953
16% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.3 min
Work from Home1.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodsboro is $81,700, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $960 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $125,209.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,700
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$125,209

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$960
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-Occupied81.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,953
16% below US avg
Effective Rate3.61%
In Woodsboro, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 32.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.3%
19% above US avg
Diabetes13.1%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.7%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity32.1%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress14.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.4%
Checkup Rate71.8%
Premature Death11,423/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access12.5%
Healthcare Facilities7

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Woodsboro has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average70.7°F
31% above US avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.4 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall0.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation37 ft (11 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density1,632/sq mi
Coordinates28.2378°N, 97.3254°W
County FIPS48391
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%
D 29.9%

Winner: Republican by 39.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.5%
75% below US avg
High School+81.5%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,632/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities7
Restaurants21
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.3 min
Work from Home1.3%

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