Town in Knox County

Living in Munday, TX

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45th of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 93 of 100

We give Munday an A. It ranks 45th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on cost of living and safety, and trails on education levels and health. It is a strong pick for families, young professionals, retirees, remote workers and people on a budget.

  • Good for families
  • Good for young professionals
  • Good for retirees
  • Good for remote workers
  • Good for people on a budget
  • Top-rated schools
  • Low crime
  • Affordable
  • Short commutes
  • Education levels scores low (14 of 100)
  • Health scores low (19 of 100)
Map of Texas showing where Munday isHoustonSan AntonioDallasAustinFort WorthMunday
Where Munday is in Texas.
Population
1,190-4.8% since 2020
Median rent
$48166% lower than Texas
Median home value
$79,50072% lower than Texas
Household income
$56,406Median
Average commute
12 minOne way
Violent crime
0Per 100k, 2025

What it's like to live in Munday

Munday is a town in Knox County. 1,190 people lived here in 2025, down 4.8% from 2020. It is spread out.

The median age is 36.8, 39% of households have children, 77% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $56,406 a year (28% lower than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Munday

  • Low violent crime. 0 violent crimes per 100,000 people in 2025, 100% lower than the Texas rate.
  • Lower rent. Median rent is $481, 66% lower than the Texas median.
  • Homes are affordable for local incomes. The median home costs 1.4 times the median household income, against 3.6 times across Texas.
  • Short commutes. The average trip to work takes 12 minutes, against 27 across Texas.

Cons of living in Munday

  • Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of hail and strong wind as very high here.
  • Long, hot summers. Expect about 115 days a year at 90°F or hotter.

Who Munday suits

  • FamiliesA reasonable fit: violent crime is 100% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 96% for families.
  • Young professionalsA reasonable fit: household income is 28% lower than the Texas median, with 8 restaurants and 1 cafe in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 87% for young professionals.
  • RetireesA reasonable fit: 22% of working-age adults are uninsured and violent crime is 100% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 97% for retirees.
  • Remote workersA reasonable fit: 90% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $481 is 66% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 91% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetA reasonable fit: the median rent of $481 is 66% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 96% for people on a budget.

Munday report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Munday 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 A+

    Median rent $481, homes cost 1.4x income.

    100 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade C-

    Median household income $56,406, 1.8% unemployed.

    40 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade A

    2 rated campuses, 100% rated A or B.

    94 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Safety: grade A

    0 violent crimes per 100k, 0 property crimes per 100k.

    95 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Errands and things to do: grade B-

    1 grocery store, 8 restaurants, 2 parks mapped in town.

    64 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade B+

    Average commute 12 min, 1.7% work from home.

    79 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade D-

    11% have a bachelor’s degree.

    14 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade D

    22% of adults uninsured.

    19 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade D+

    77% of homes owner-occupied.

    28 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade C+

    90% of homes have broadband.

    52 of 100 vs US towns

Where Munday stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent: 4.5%47 points lower than Texas (52%)
  • Median rent: $48166% lower than Texas ($1,403)
  • Home value to income: 1.4x61% lower than Texas (3.6x)

Worse than Texas

  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 11%22 points lower than Texas (34%)
  • Vacant homes: 25%15 points higher than Texas (9.4%)
  • Median household income: $56,40628% lower than Texas ($78,476)

Cost of living in Munday

Rent is the cost most newcomers feel first. The median rent in Munday is $481 a month, 66% lower than the Texas median of $1,403. To keep that rent at 30% of income, a household needs to earn about $19,000 a year. Right now 5% of renters here pay more than 30% of their income on rent.

HUD sets fair market rents for this area at $807 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 $79,500, 72% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $435 before tax, or $571 with property tax. That is $90 a month more than the median rent, a gap that can be worth it if you plan to stay a while.

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 Munday pays $1,633 a year, 61% 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 MundayStudio$7711 bedroom$8072 bedrooms$1,0143 bedrooms$1,4044 bedrooms$1,461
HUD fair market rent for FY2027, Knox County, TX. This is what a typical, modest unit rents for, including utilities.
MeasureHereTexasUS
Median rent66% lower than Texas$481$1,403$1,413
Median home value72% lower than Texas$79,500$283,800$332,700
Home value to income61% lower than Texas1.4x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent47 points lower than Texas4.5%52%51%
Median property tax per year61% lower than Texas$1,633$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them15 points higher than Texas77%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas196819921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$571
Mortgage payment
$435
Property tax
$136
Median rent, for comparison
$481

Based on a $79,500 home in Munday, 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 Munday safe?

In 2025, Munday Police Department reported 0 violent crimes and 0 property crimes. That works out to 0 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 100% lower than the Texas rate of 387, and 0 property crimes per 100,000, 100% lower than the state rate.

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 Munday by yearTexas0202320242025

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

Violent crime
0
per 100k, Texas 387
Property crime
0
per 100k, Texas 2,086
Property crimes per 100,000 people in Munday by yearTexas0202320242025

Property crimes per 100,000 people by year.

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

Schools in Munday

Munday has 2 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 Munday CISD.

Top-rated campuses include Munday Secondary and Munday Elementary. The average rating score across all campuses is 91 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
94
of 100 vs Texas towns
Average rating
91
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

  • AMunday SecondaryOther, Munday CISD92 of 100
  • AMunday ElementaryElementary, Munday CISD90 of 100

Daily life in Munday

Everyday places mapped inside Munday, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include Munday City County Library.

The average one-way commute is 12 minutes, 54% shorter than the Texas average. 2% 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 $56,406, income per person is $22,605, unemployment is 1.8% and 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

Grocery stores
1
Pharmacies
0
Restaurants
8
Cafes
1
Bars
0
Parks
2
Gyms
1
Hospitals and urgent care
0
Childcare
0
Libraries
1

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income28% lower than Texas$56,406$78,476$80,734
Income per person45% lower than Texas$22,605$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rate3 points lower than Texas1.8%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty line6 points higher than Texas20%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher22 points lower than Texas11%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higherAbout the same as Texas86%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance2 points higher than Texas22%20%11%
Homes with broadband internetAbout the same as Texas90%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute54% lower than Texas12 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home13 points lower than Texas1.7%14%15%
Workers who work from home1.7%
Workers who take transit0%
Workers who walk1.3%
Workers who bike0%

Who lives in Munday

Under 1830%
18 to 3416%
35 to 6441%
65 and over14%

Median age 36.8 years. 39% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White47%
Hispanic or Latino42%
Black2.4%
Asian0%
Other or more than one race8.5%

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Weather in Munday

Munday has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 97°F and January lows about 31°F. There are about 115 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 26 inches of rain a year.

Average monthly high and low temperatures in Munday30°50°70°90°58J62F71M80A86M94J97J97A89S81O68N59DRain

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

Natural hazard risk

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

  • River floodingLow
  • HurricanesModerate
  • TornadoesHigh
  • HailVery high
  • 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 Munday

Nearby, Haskell gets an A-, Seymour gets an A- and Stamford 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. A-HaskellTown, 2,817 people21 mi
  2. A-SeymourTown, 2,623 people24 mi
  3. C+StamfordTown, 2,917 people30 mi
  4. B-HamlinTown, 2,011 people49 mi
  5. B-AnsonTown, 2,531 people50 mi
  6. AOlneyTown, 3,015 people51 mi

Living in Munday: common questions

Is Munday, TX a good place to live?

We give Munday an A. It ranks 45th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on cost of living and safety, and trails on education levels and health. It is a strong pick for families, young professionals, retirees, remote workers and people on a budget.

How much does it cost to live in Munday?

Median rent in Munday is $481 a month, 66% lower than the Texas median. The median home is worth $79,500, 72% lower than the Texas median. A median home costs 1.4x 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 $571, including property tax.

Is Munday safe?

In 2025, Munday Police Department reported 0 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 100% lower than the Texas rate. Property crime was 0 per 100,000, 100% lower than the Texas rate.

Are the schools good in Munday?

We found 2 rated public school campuses inside Munday. 100% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 94 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

Does Munday flood?

FEMA rates river flooding risk in Munday as low, and coastal flooding as not rated. Hazards rated high or very high here: 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 Munday?

Summers in Munday peak at about 97°F in July, and January nights fall to about 31°F. Expect around 115 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 26 inches of rain.

How long is the commute in Munday?

The average one-way commute is 12 min, 54% lower than the Texas average. About 1.7% 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.