Callisburg, TX — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $63,125

16% lower than US avg

Home Value $166,900

41% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 13.8%

59% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,268

9% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.1%

12% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.5%

86% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 16.7%

35% higher than US avg

How Callisburg Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population283

Median Age29.8 yrs

Density138/mi²

Male / Female46% / 54%

Largest GroupWhite 91%

Veterans3.4%

Economy

B+

Median Income$63,125

Per Capita$33,289

Unemployment0.5%

Poverty16.7%

County GDP$3,433M

Commute34 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$166,900

Rent$1,268

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units120

Rent Burden17.5%

Health

Obesity36.1%

Uninsured13.0%

Smoking16.6%

Depression27.0%

Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain42.8 in/yr

Sunny Days308/yr

Elevation815 ft (248 m)

Education

Bachelor's+13.8%

High School+85.5%

Graduate+0.6%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%

Commute34 min

Broadband79.4%

Libraries2

Is Callisburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Callisburg receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Callisburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Callisburg is $63,125, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. The poverty rate of 16.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Callisburg is $166,900, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,268 per month. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Callisburg enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Callisburg has a population of 283 with a density of 138 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles. The median age is 29.8 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.4% female and 45.6% male. The city is predominantly White (90.8%), with 2.5% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.8% of residents. 3.4% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 12.3% of residents have a disability. 82.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

283

Total Population

138

People / sq mi

29.8yrs

Median Age

23% below US avg

2.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.6%

Female 54.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Callisburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	97.8%
	25% above US avg
Spanish	2.2%
	84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Callisburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Callisburg is $63,125, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,289 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,209, 16% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.7% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,110 business establishments, including 103 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Callisburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$63,125
	16% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$33,289
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,209
IRS Avg AGI	$84,511

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.5%
	86% below US avg
Poverty Rate	16.7%
	35% above US avg
Establishments (County)	1,110
County GDP	$3,433M

Business (County)

Restaurants	103
Healthcare	81
Retail	147
Manufacturing	73

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$7,807
	123% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	4.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	34.0 min
Drive Alone	86.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Callisburg is $166,900, 41% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,268 (9% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 120 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1983. The average annual property tax is $7,807 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 17.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$166,900
	41% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,268
	9% above US avg
Rent Burden	17.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$887
1 Bedroom	$935
2 Bedrooms	$1,149
3 Bedrooms	$1,497
4 Bedrooms	$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	75.7%
Housing Units	120
Median Year Built	1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$7,807
	123% above US avg
Effective Rate	4.68%

In Callisburg, 36.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.0% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.4% of residents. 32.3% have high blood pressure. 16.6% are current smokers. 19.7% report binge drinking. 26.2% are physically inactive. 27.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.4% experience frequent mental distress. 13.0% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,840. The dentist ratio is 1:2,392. 62.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.6 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Callisburg vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.1%
	12% above US avg
Diabetes	10.0%
Heart Disease	5.4%
High Blood Pressure	32.3%
Asthma	10.8%
COPD	7.2%
Cancer	7.2%
Stroke	3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.6%
	19% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.7%
Physical Inactivity	26.2%
Depression	27.0%
Mental Distress	20.4%
Physical Distress	13.9%
Short Sleep	39.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	82.1%
Uninsured	13.0%
	51% above US avg
Primary Care	1:3,840
Dentists	1:2,392
Mental Health	1:1,459
Checkup Rate	71.9%
Dental Visits	51.4%
Premature Death	8,596/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.6/10
Exercise Access	62.4%
Healthcare Facilities	81

Callisburg enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 308 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches. The area receives 2.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 815 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	63.2°F
	17% above US avg
January Average	42°F (6°C)
July Average	83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	42.8 inches
	13% above US avg
Snowfall	2.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	815 ft (248 m)
Area	2.1 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density	138/sq mi
Coordinates	33.6987°N, 97.0159°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Cooke County County
County FIPS	48097

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	42°F (6°C)	1.7 in	Coldest, Driest
February	46°F (8°C)	2.3 in
March	55°F (13°C)	3.3 in
April	63°F (17°C)	3.5 in
May	71°F (21°C)	5.1 in	Wettest
June	78°F (26°C)	4.0 in
July	83°F (28°C)	2.2 in	Warmest
August	83°F (28°C)	2.3 in
September	75°F (24°C)	4.4 in
October	65°F (18°C)	3.9 in
November	53°F (12°C)	2.7 in
December	44°F (7°C)	2.3 in

Callisburg has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F — from 42°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.1") and January the driest (1.7").

Callisburg is located in Cooke County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 13.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 59% below the national average of 33.7%. 85.5% have completed high school. 0.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 83.1% of the vote, a 66.9-point margin. 79.4% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 81 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 86.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.1%

D 16.2%

Winner: Republican by 66.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	13.8%
	59% below US avg
High School+	85.5%
Graduate Degree+	0.6%
School Test Score	5.10

C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	138/sq mi
Total Area	2.1 sq mi
County	Cooke County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	79.4%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	81
Restaurants	103
Retail Stores	147

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	12
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	34.0 min
Drive Alone	86.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Callisburg

What is the population of Callisburg?

Callisburg has a population of 283 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 138 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 29.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 54.4% female and 45.6% male.

Is Callisburg expensive to live in?

Callisburg has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $63,125, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $166,900 (41% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,268 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Callisburg?

Callisburg enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.8 inches, with 2.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Callisburg?

The job market in Callisburg is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.5% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,209. There are 1,110 business establishments in the area, including 103 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 34 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Callisburg?

The median home value in Callisburg is $166,900. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,268. Fair market rent is $935 for a 1-bedroom and $1,149 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The average annual property tax is $7,807.

How are the schools in Callisburg?

Schools in Callisburg score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 13.8% of adults in Callisburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.5% have completed high school. 0.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Callisburg?

The obesity rate in Callisburg is 36.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.6% of adults are smokers. 26.2% are physically inactive. 27.0% of residents report depression. 13.0% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 62.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,840.

What is transportation like in Callisburg?

The average commute in Callisburg is 34 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 86.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Callisburg?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Callisburg is 90.8% White, 2.5% Hispanic or Latino. 97.8% of residents speak only English at home. 3.4% of the population are military veterans. 12.3% of residents have a disability. 82.1% have health insurance coverage.

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