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Linden, TX


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Linden, Texas

Linden, Texas, in Cass county, is 41 miles NE of Longview, Texas (center to center) and 142 miles E of Dallas, Texas. The city contains a population of approximately 2,256.

The People and Families of Linden

In Linden, about 46% of adults are married. If you enjoy solitude, you might enjoy living in Linden, which is home to many people who live alone. Unmarried people abound in the city.

Linden has an abundance of women! Well, at any rate the famale/male ratio there is higher than in most places. The city boasts a large population of senior citizens with a wealth of life experience.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Linden had a median family income of $35,938.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Linden favored George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $1,000. Among political parties, the Democratic party was tops in raising money in the city.

Linden Housing

Linden has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 62% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied.

Commuting

In Linden, 90% of commuters drive to work. In the city, not everyone drives everywhere. The public transportation system may meet your needs.

High Points

Linden strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Texas):

CategoryTrophy
Public Transportation Use
(vs. State)
Top 11%Linden Public Transportation Use
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)
Top 14%Linden Racial Diversity

Comparative Profile of Linden, TX

Comparing Linden to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Texas (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Senior Citizens1010
Age of the Population910
Racial Diversity95
Female Share of the Population910
Well-Paid Single Women46
Well-Paid Single Men45
Children Under 5 Years Old32
Male Share of the Population22

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married21
Average Household Size21

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults66
Median Family Income44
People Above Poverty34
People in Middle Class or Better34

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use99
Walking and Biking to Work65
Short Commute Times66
Working at Home34

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Living Alone910
Affordability of Rents88
Affordability of Property Taxes88
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals88
Seasonal and Vacation Housing78
Housing Recently Built64

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime68
Low Property Crime35
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