What are the schools like in Linden, TX?

Linden is served primarily by LINDEN-KILDARE CISD. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.8:1.

What is the median household income in Linden?

The median household income in Linden, TX is $42,750 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 9.3%.

What is the weather like in Linden, TX?

Linden has an average high temperature of 56.2°F in January and 94.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 1.3 inches.

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

Q: Is Linden, TX affordable or expensive?

Linden's cost of living index is 88, where 100 represents the national average. This means Linden is 12% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $106,200 and the median rent is $637 per month.

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

Linden has a violent crime rate of 165.7 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 6187.8 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Linden, TX a Good Place to Live?

Linden is a small town of 1,707 in Texas, with a median household income of $42,750 and a 9.3% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 88 (US average = 100), which is 12% below the national average.

Strengths: Linden stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include a higher-than-average crime index, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Linden is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Linden 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: 88.3

Linden's overall cost of living index is 88.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Linden costs roughly 12% less than the average American city.

Metric	Linden, TX	National Avg
Median Home Value	$106,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$637	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	60.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$42,750	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Higher than Average

Linden's violent crime rate is 165.7 per 100,000 residents — 56% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

165.7 /100k

Property Crime

6187.8 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Linden is served primarily by LINDEN-KILDARE CISD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.8:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Linden, TX	National Avg
School District	LINDEN-KILDARE CISD	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	17.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	84.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Linden sees average highs of 56.2°F in January and 94.4°F in July, with 51.0 inches of annual precipitation and 1.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Linden, TX
Average High — January	56.2°F
Average High — July	94.4°F
Annual Precipitation	51.0"
Annual Snowfall	1.3"

Demographics

Metric	Linden, TX	National Avg
Population	1,707	—
Median Age	45.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	9.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	26.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	72.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	24.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.8%	18.9%
Asian	0.2%	6.3%
Under 18	22.0%	22.2%
65 and over	29.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Bivins, TX 10 mi Douglassville, TX 13 mi Atlanta, TX 13 mi Avinger, TX 14 mi Marietta, TX 15 mi

ZIP Codes in Linden

Linden, TX is covered by 1 ZIP code:

75563

Linden vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Linden, TX affordable or expensive?

Linden's cost of living index is 88, where 100 is the national average. That makes Linden roughly 12% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $106,200 and median rent is $637/month.

What is the crime rate in Linden, TX?

Linden's violent crime rate is 165.7 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 6187.8 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Linden?

Public schools in Linden are operated by LINDEN-KILDARE CISD. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.8:1. 17.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Linden, TX a good place to live?

Linden, TX has a population of 1,707, a median household income of $42,750, and an unemployment rate of 9.3%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. 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 Linden?

Linden averages 56.2°F in January and 94.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 51.0 inches with about 1.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Linden?

Linden, TX is covered by 1 ZIP code: 75563.

What is the population of Linden?

The population of Linden, Texas is 1,707 with a median age of 45.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Linden?

Key numbers for living in Linden: cost of living index 88 (100 = US average), median home $106,200, median household income $42,750, crime index 144 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Linden side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.