Canadian, TX

Texas

Canadian is a small town in Texas with a population of 2,314. Residents earn $61,384 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
2,314 Population 1,780/sq mi density
$61,384 Median Income $28,516 per capita
$156,300 Home Value $153,097 Zillow
$886 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$61,384 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$156,300 home value, $886/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,384
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $156,300
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.4%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $886
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.5%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
82% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,314
Median Age37.6 yrs
Density1,780/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 68%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,384
Per Capita$28,516
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$440M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$156,300
Rent$886
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$153,097

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain24.2 in/yr
Elevation2,430 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.4%
High School+79.5%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 12%
Commute21 min
Libraries1

Is Canadian a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Canadian receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Canadian offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Canadian is $61,384, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Canadian is $156,300, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $886 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Canadian enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.2 inches, including 13.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Canadian has a population of 2,314 with a density of 1,780 people per square mile. The median age is 37.6 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.6%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 3% Black.

Population

2,314
Total Population
1,780
People / sq mi
37.6yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.1%
Female 44.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Canadian vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only55.1%
30% below US avg
Spanish44.9%
235% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Canadian vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Canadian is $61,384, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Canadian vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,384
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,516
Avg Weekly Wage$1,172
IRS Avg AGI$87,901

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% below US avg
Establishments (County)196
County GDP$440M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare7
Retail16
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,063
102% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.5 min
Work from Home3.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Canadian is $156,300, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $886 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $153,097.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$156,300
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$153,097

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$886
24% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,063
102% above US avg
Effective Rate4.52%
In Canadian, 33.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.5%
4% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity24.7%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.0%
Checkup Rate71.8%
Premature Death5,324/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access80.3%
Healthcare Facilities7

Crime Rates: Canadian vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Canadian has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.2°F
6% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.2 inches
36% below US avg
Snowfall13.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,430 ft (741 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density1,780/sq mi
Coordinates35.9097°N, 100.3839°W
County FIPS48211
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 19.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 75.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87.6%
D 11.8%

Winner: Republican by 75.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.4%
42% below US avg
High School+79.5%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,780/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities7
Restaurants10
Retail Stores16

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.5 min
Work from Home3.9%

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