Town in Madison County

Living in Madisonville, TX

B

253rd of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 66 of 100

We give Madisonville a B. It ranks 253rd of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on schools and getting around, and trails on health and education levels.

  • Top-rated schools
  • Short commutes
  • Health scores low (6 of 100)
  • Hurricane risk is very high
Map of Texas showing where Madisonville isHoustonSan AntonioDallasAustinFort WorthMadisonville
Where Madisonville is in Texas.
Population
4,605+4.2% since 2020
Median rent
$1,01428% lower than Texas
Median home value
$121,30057% lower than Texas
Household income
$67,175Median
Average commute
19 minOne way
Violent crime
234Per 100k, 2025

What it's like to live in Madisonville

Madisonville is a town in Madison County. 4,605 people lived here in 2025, up 4.2% from 2020. It is spread out.

The median age is 40.0, 32% of households have children, 70% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $67,175 a year (14% lower than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Madisonville

  • Strong public schools. 100% of the 4 rated campuses here earn an A or B from the Texas Education Agency.
  • Lower rent. Median rent is $1,014, 28% lower than the Texas median.
  • Homes are affordable for local incomes. The median home costs 1.8 times the median household income, against 3.6 times across Texas.
  • Short commutes. The average trip to work takes 19 minutes, against 27 across Texas.

Cons of living in Madisonville

  • Higher unemployment. 8.7% of the labor force is out of work, against 5.3% statewide.
  • Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of hurricanes, tornadoes and strong wind as very high here.

Who Madisonville suits

  • FamiliesA reasonable fit: 100% of rated schools earn an A or B and violent crime is 40% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 63% for families.
  • Young professionalsA reasonable fit: household income is 14% lower than the Texas median, with 31 restaurants and 4 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 72% for young professionals.
  • RetireesNot the best fit: 24% of working-age adults are uninsured and violent crime is 40% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 32% for retirees.
  • Remote workersA reasonable fit: 88% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $1,014 is 28% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 52% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetA reasonable fit: the median rent of $1,014 is 28% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 53% for people on a budget.

Madisonville report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Madisonville with other US towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. Schools, safety and errands compare it with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

  • Cost of living: grade B-

    Median rent $1,014, homes cost 1.8x income.

    60 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade D+

    Median household income $67,175, 8.7% unemployed.

    27 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade A

    4 rated campuses, 100% rated A or B.

    89 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Safety: grade C-

    234 violent crimes per 100k, 638 property crimes per 100k.

    38 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Errands and things to do: grade B

    2 grocery stores, 31 restaurants, 1 park mapped in town.

    64 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade B

    Average commute 19 min, 12% work from home.

    71 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade D+

    22% have a bachelor’s degree.

    26 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade F

    24% of adults uninsured.

    6 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade D+

    70% of homes owner-occupied.

    31 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade C

    88% of homes have broadband.

    40 of 100 vs US towns

Where Madisonville stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Home value to income: 1.8x50% lower than Texas (3.6x)
  • Average commute: 19 min28% lower than Texas (27 min)
  • Median rent: $1,01428% lower than Texas ($1,403)

Worse than Texas

  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 22%11 points lower than Texas (34%)
  • Median household income: $67,17514% lower than Texas ($78,476)
  • Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance: 24%4 points higher than Texas (20%)

Cost of living in Madisonville

Madisonville renters pay a median of $1,014 a month, 28% lower than the statewide median. The usual rule is to spend no more than 30% of income on rent, which means earning around $41,000 a year for a median unit. Right now 55% of renters here pay more than 30% of their income on rent.

HUD sets fair market rents for this area at $775 for a one-bedroom, $1,014 for a two-bedroom and $1,404 for a three-bedroom (fiscal year 2027). These figures include utilities and describe a modest unit, so newer apartments often ask for more.

The median home is worth $121,300, 57% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $664 before tax, or $781 with property tax. That is close to the median rent, so buying can make sense if you plan to stay.

Texas has no state income tax, but it leans on property taxes instead, though they are lighter here than in much of the state. The median homeowner in Madisonville pays $1,401 a year, 67% lower than the Texas median of $4,232. Budget for it, along with homeowners insurance, which our numbers do not include.

Typical rent by apartment size

Fair market rent by bedroom count in MadisonvilleStudio$7711 bedroom$7752 bedrooms$1,0143 bedrooms$1,4044 bedrooms$1,548
HUD fair market rent for FY2027, Madison County, TX. This is what a typical, modest unit rents for, including utilities.
MeasureHereTexasUS
Median rent28% lower than Texas$1,014$1,403$1,413
Median home value57% lower than Texas$121,300$283,800$332,700
Home value to income50% lower than Texas1.8x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent4 points higher than Texas55%52%51%
Median property tax per year67% lower than Texas$1,401$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them7 points higher than Texas70%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas197319921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$781
Mortgage payment
$664
Property tax
$117
Median rent, for comparison
$1,014

Based on a $121,300 home in Madisonville, 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28% (Freddie Mac average, week of 2026-10-01). Property tax is the median paid locally, or the county median where the local figure is not published. Insurance and fees are not included.

Is Madisonville safe?

In 2025, Madisonville Police Department reported 11 violent crimes and 30 property crimes. That works out to 234 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 40% lower than the Texas rate of 387, and 638 property crimes per 100,000, 69% lower than the state rate.

Violent crime is down about 49% since 2021, based on the yearly rates below.

Crime rates describe the whole area a police department covers. Some streets are much quieter than the average and some are busier, so look at the neighborhood grades and visit at different times of day.

Violent crimes per 100,000 people in Madisonville by yearTexas23420212022202320242025

Violent crimes per 100,000 people by year. The dashed line is the Texas rate for 2025.

Violent crime
234
per 100k, Texas 387
Property crime
638
per 100k, Texas 2,086
Property crimes per 100,000 people in Madisonville by yearTexas63820212022202320242025

Property crimes per 100,000 people by year.

Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer, Madisonville Police Department, 2025. Rates count reported crimes only and cover the area this police department serves.

Schools in Madisonville

Madisonville has 4 public school campuses with a 2025 state rating inside the city, and 100% of them earn an A or B. Most students here are served by Madisonville CISD.

Top-rated campuses include Madisonville High School. The average rating score across all campuses is 90 out of 100, against a Texas median of 81.

Texas districts usually assign students by attendance zone rather than the closest campus, so check the zone for a specific address with the district before you sign a lease or buy.

Schools grade
89
of 100 vs Texas towns
Average rating
90
Texas median 81

Ratings are the 2025 Texas Education Agency A to F accountability ratings. Always check which school serves a specific address with the district.

Top-rated schools

  • AMadisonville High SchoolHigh, Madisonville CISD93 of 100
  • BMadisonville ElementaryElementary, Madisonville CISD89 of 100
  • BMadisonville IntermediateElementary, Madisonville CISD89 of 100
  • BMadisonville Junior HighMiddle, Madisonville CISD87 of 100

Daily life in Madisonville

Everyday places mapped inside Madisonville, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include Lake Madison Park.

The average one-way commute is 19 minutes, 28% shorter than the Texas average. 12% of workers work from home. Fewer than 3% walk, bike or take transit to work, so plan on driving for almost everything.

The median household income is $67,175, income per person is $29,648, unemployment is 8.7% and 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

Grocery stores
2
Pharmacies
1
Restaurants
31
Cafes
4
Bars
0
Parks
1
Gyms
2
Hospitals and urgent care
2
Childcare
5
Libraries
0

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income14% lower than Texas$67,175$78,476$80,734
Income per person27% lower than Texas$29,648$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rate3 points higher than Texas8.7%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty lineAbout the same as Texas14%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher11 points lower than Texas22%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher7 points lower than Texas79%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance4 points higher than Texas24%20%11%
Homes with broadband internet3 points lower than Texas88%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute28% lower than Texas19 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home3 points lower than Texas12%14%15%
Workers who work from home12%
Workers who take transit0%
Workers who walk1.5%
Workers who bike0%

Who lives in Madisonville

Under 1824%
18 to 3420%
35 to 6437%
65 and over20%

Median age 40.0 years. 32% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White43%
Hispanic or Latino31%
Black24%
Asian0%
Other or more than one race1.5%

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Weather in Madisonville

Madisonville has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 95°F and January lows about 37°F. There are about 107 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 47 inches of rain a year.

Average monthly high and low temperatures in Madisonville30°50°70°90°62J66F72M79A85M92J95J96A91S82O71N64DRain

Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Madisonville, 1 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.

Natural hazard risk

FEMA's National Risk Index says river flooding risk is moderate, hurricane risk is very high, tornado risk is very high and hail risk is high. Even in lower-risk areas, check the FEMA flood map for the exact address before you buy.

  • River floodingModerate
  • HurricanesVery high
  • TornadoesVery high
  • HailHigh
  • Heat wavesHigh
  • WildfiresHigh
  • Winter stormsHigh
  • Strong windVery high

Source: FEMA National Risk Index, December 2025, Census tract level averaged for the city. Check the FEMA flood map for any address before you buy.

Places near Madisonville

Nearby, Centerville gets a D+, Huntsville gets an F and Jewett gets a C+. Each is graded against Texas places of its own size, so a small town and a big city can both earn an A.

  1. D+CentervilleTown, 1,053 people21 mi
  2. FHuntsvilleSmall city, 47,864 people28 mi
  3. C+JewettTown, 1,075 people31 mi
  4. FTrinityTown, 2,258 people32 mi
  5. D+BryanCity, 87,939 people33 mi
  6. BFranklinTown, 1,530 people34 mi

Living in Madisonville: common questions

Is Madisonville, TX a good place to live?

We give Madisonville a B. It ranks 253rd of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on schools and getting around, and trails on health and education levels.

How much does it cost to live in Madisonville?

Renters in Madisonville pay a median of $1,014 a month, 28% lower than the Texas median. The median home is worth $121,300, 57% lower than the Texas median. A median home costs 1.8x the median household income, compared with 3.6x across Texas. With 20% down at a 7.28% rate, the monthly payment on a median home is about $781, including property tax.

Is Madisonville safe?

In 2025, Madisonville Police Department reported 234 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 40% lower than the Texas rate. Property crime was 638 per 100,000, 69% lower than the Texas rate.

Are the schools good in Madisonville?

We found 4 rated public school campuses inside Madisonville. 100% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 89 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

Does Madisonville flood?

FEMA rates river flooding risk in Madisonville as moderate, and coastal flooding as not rated. Hazards rated high or very high here: hurricanes, tornadoes, heat waves, hail, wildfires, winter storms and strong wind. Always check the flood map for a specific address before you buy.

What is the weather like in Madisonville?

Summers in Madisonville peak at about 95°F in July, and January nights fall to about 37°F. Expect around 107 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 47 inches of rain.

How long is the commute in Madisonville?

The average one-way commute is 19 min, 28% lower than the Texas average. About 12% of workers work from home.

Sources: US Census Bureau 2020-2024 ACS 5-year and 2025 population estimates, CDC PLACES 2025, Texas Education Agency 2025 ratings, FBI Crime Data Explorer, FEMA National Risk Index, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, Overture Maps. Updated 2026-10-04. How we grade.