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Wortham, TX

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Wortham is a small town in Texas with a population of 984. Residents earn $41,833 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
984 Population 494/sq mi density
$41,833 Median Income $22,355 per capita
$93,800 Home Value $185,715 Zillow
$883 Median Rent 28.6% income on rent
67°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
95 Violent Crime/100K 2,184 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$41,833 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$93,800 home value, $883/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
95 violent crimes/100K (75% below avg)
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,833
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $93,800
67% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 95/100K
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.6%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $883
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.1%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population984
Median Age44.5 yrs
Density494/mi²
Male / Female36% / 65%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Veterans6.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$41,833
Per Capita$22,355
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.1%
County GDP$2,179M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$93,800
Rent$883
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$185,715
Housing Units522
Rent Burden28.6%

Crime

F
Violent95/100K
Property2,184/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault95/100K
Burglary665/100K

Health

Obesity37.9%
Uninsured15.2%
Smoking16.3%
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation474 ft (144 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.6%
High School+74.5%
Graduate+2.3%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute24 min
Broadband66.9%
Libraries2

Is Wortham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wortham receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Wortham has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wortham is $41,833, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wortham is $93,800, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $883 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Wortham is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 95 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,184 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Wortham enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Wortham has a population of 984 with a density of 494 people per square mile. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.5%), with 3.5% Hispanic, 16.7% Black.

Population

984
Total Population
494
People / sq mi
44.5yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 35.5%
Female 64.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Wortham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wortham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wortham is $41,833, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Wortham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,833
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,355
Avg Weekly Wage$1,274
IRS Avg AGI$57,540

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.1%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)405
County GDP$2,179M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare57
Retail75
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,243
50% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.8 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Wortham is $93,800, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $883 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $185,715.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$93,800
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$185,715

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$883
24% below US avg
Rent Burden28.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied45.6%
Housing Units522
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,243
50% above US avg
Effective Rate5.59%
In Wortham, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.2% of residents lack health insurance. 16.3% are current smokers. 25.4% report depression. 27.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure34.6%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.2%
Cancer6.5%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.3%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity27.9%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.2%
Short Sleep40.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.1%
Uninsured15.2%
77% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.2%
Dental Visits51.3%
Premature Death11,929/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access54.2%
Healthcare Facilities57
Wortham has a violent crime rate of 95 per 100,000 residents, 75% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,184 per 100,000 (11% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent95.0/100K
75% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault95.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,184.2/100K
11% above US avg
Burglary664.8/100K
Theft1,519.5/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson95.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Wortham has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average66.9°F
24% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation474 ft (144 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density494/sq mi
Coordinates31.7902°N, 96.4616°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48293
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.9-point margin. 66.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.1%
D 21.2%

Winner: Republican by 56.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.6%
80% below US avg
High School+74.5%
Graduate Degree+2.3%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density494/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access66.9%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities57
Restaurants41
Retail Stores75

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.8 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.1%

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