What are the schools like in Florence, TX?

Florence is served primarily by FLORENCE ISD. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.4:1.

What is the median household income in Florence?

The median household income in Florence, TX is $51,875 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 5.6%.

What is the weather like in Florence, TX?

Florence has an average high temperature of 60.3°F in January and 95.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.9 inches.

Florence, TX Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Florence, TX affordable or expensive?

Florence's cost of living index is 98, where 100 represents the national average. This means Florence is 2% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $162,000 and the median rent is $893 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Florence, TX?

Florence has a violent crime rate of 126.3 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1368.4 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Florence, TX a Good Place to Live?

Florence is a small town of 1,017 in Texas, with a median household income of $51,875 and a 5.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 98 (US average = 100), which is 2% below the national average.

Strengths: Florence stands out for below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B-).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Florence is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Florence city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 97.6

Florence's overall cost of living index is 97.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Florence costs roughly 2% less than the average American city.

Metric	Florence, TX	National Avg
Median Home Value	$162,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$893	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	58.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$51,875	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Florence's violent crime rate is 126.3 per 100,000 residents — 67% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

126.3 /100k

Property Crime

1368.4 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Florence is served primarily by FLORENCE ISD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.4:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Florence, TX	National Avg
School District	FLORENCE ISD	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	14.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	83.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Florence sees average highs of 60.3°F in January and 95.9°F in July, with 35.9 inches of annual precipitation .

Metric	Florence, TX
Average High — January	60.3°F
Average High — July	95.9°F
Annual Precipitation	35.9"
Annual Snowfall	Trace / None

Demographics

Metric	Florence, TX	National Avg
Population	1,017	—
Median Age	34.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	5.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	29.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	82.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.3%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	13.9%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	21.6%	22.2%
65 and over	9.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Briggs, TX 8 mi Serenada, TX 11 mi Jarrell, TX 11 mi Sonterra, TX 12 mi Santa Rita Ranch, TX 12 mi

ZIP Codes in Florence

Florence, TX is covered by 1 ZIP code:

76527

Florence vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Florence, TX affordable or expensive?

Florence's cost of living index is 98, where 100 is the national average. That makes Florence roughly 2% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $162,000 and median rent is $893/month.

What is the crime rate in Florence, TX?

Florence's violent crime rate is 126.3 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1368.4 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Florence?

Public schools in Florence are operated by FLORENCE ISD. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.4:1. 14.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Florence, TX a good place to live?

Florence, TX has a population of 1,017, a median household income of $51,875, and an unemployment rate of 5.6%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Florence?

Florence averages 60.3°F in January and 95.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 35.9 inches . Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Florence?

Florence, TX is covered by 1 ZIP code: 76527.

What is the population of Florence?

The population of Florence, Texas is 1,017 with a median age of 34.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Florence?

Key numbers for living in Florence: cost of living index 98 (100 = US average), median home $162,000, median household income $51,875, crime index 46 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Florence side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.