Orange, TX is a small town in Southeast Texas, with a population of 19,938 people according to the 2010 United States Census. According to BestPlaces, Orange ranks 78 out of 100 in terms of employment opportunities and has an overall livability score of 66 which is considered below average but still better than other cities in the area. The cost of living index for Orange is 80 which is slightly higher than the US average, indicating that groceries, housing costs and healthcare are more expensive in Orange compared to other places. Additionally, crime rate is above average at 68 out of 100 compared to the national average of 41. In terms of education, Orange scores 46 out of 100 with many locals not graduating high school and those who do have difficulty finding jobs without college or technical training.
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