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Canton, TX

Texas · Van Zandt County

Canton is a small town in Texas with a population of 4,411. Residents earn $48,858 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
4,411 Population 716/sq mi density
$48,858 Median Income $32,436 per capita
$189,200 Home Value $295,588 Zillow
$985 Median Rent 31.5% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$48,858 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$189,200 home value, $985/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $48,858
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $189,200
33% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.8%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent $985
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.6%
55% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,411
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density716/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans9.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$48,858
Per Capita$32,436
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty5.6%
County GDP$1,935M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$189,200
Rent$985
Ownership66.7%
Zillow$295,588
Housing Units1,990
Rent Burden31.5%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property3,274/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity35.3%
Uninsured12.9%
Smoking15.4%
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain44.3 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation507 ft (155 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.8%
High School+87.2%
Graduate+7.0%
School Score5.33

Community

2024 VoteR 87% / D 12%
Commute33 min
Broadband81.2%
EV Stations4
Libraries2

Is Canton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Canton receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Canton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Canton is $48,858, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Canton is $189,200, 33% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $985 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Canton is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,274 per 100,000, 67% above the national average.

Education

20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Canton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°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 44.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Canton has a population of 4,411 with a density of 716 people per square mile, spread across 6.2 square miles. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.3% female and 53.7% male. The city is predominantly White (93.8%), with 2.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.5% of residents. 9.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 15.1% of residents have a disability. 87.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

4,411
Total Population
716
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
6.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.7%
Female 46.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Canton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish 2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Canton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Canton is $48,858, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,436 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $877, 39% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,142 business establishments, including 100 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 9.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Canton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,858
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,436
Avg Weekly Wage$877
IRS Avg AGI$68,940
Gini Index0.468 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.6%
55% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,142
County GDP$1,935M

Business (County)

Restaurants100
Healthcare69
Retail148
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,138
75% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.4 min
Drive Alone83.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Canton is $189,200, 33% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $295,588, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $985 (15% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. 66.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,990 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1977. The average annual property tax is $6,138 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 31.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$189,200
33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$295,588

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$985
15% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,475
Rent Burden31.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.7%
Owner-Occupied66.7%
Renter-Occupied33.3%
Housing Units1,990
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,138
75% above US avg
Effective Rate3.24%
In Canton, 35.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.2% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.5% of residents. 32.4% have high blood pressure. 15.4% are current smokers. 19.4% report binge drinking. 25.7% are physically inactive. 26.4% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.8% experience frequent mental distress. 12.9% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:12,255. The dentist ratio is 1:4,835. 48.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.9 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.3%
10% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.4%
10% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity25.7%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress13.6%
Short Sleep38.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.8%
Uninsured12.9%
50% above US avg
Primary Care1:12,255
Dentists1:4,835
Mental Health1:2,462
Checkup Rate72.5%
Dental Visits53.6%
Premature Death10,899/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access48.8%
Healthcare Facilities69
Canton has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 3,274 per 100,000, 67% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 3,223, burglary at 0, vehicle theft at 51 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 19 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Canton receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,274.5/100K
67% above US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft3,223.3/100K
Vehicle Theft51.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19
Traffic Accidents18
Avg Accident Severity2.6 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Canton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°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 44.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 507 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average64.3°F
19% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation507 ft (155 m)
Area6.2 sq mi (16.0 km²)
Population Density716/sq mi
Coordinates32.5542°N, 95.8635°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyVan Zandt County County
Nearest AirportTyler Pounds Regional (TYR)
30 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.3"
16% above US avg
Wettest Month (May) 5.20"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.85"

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score58.8 / 100
Social Vulnerability39.1 / 100
Community Resilience27.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

69 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.5 on Mar 29, 2025.

Sep 2, 2013 14 km WNW of Timpson, Texas M4.2 142 km
May 7, 2015 5 km N of Venus, Texas M4.0 116 km
May 10, 2012 9 km NW of Timpson, Texas M3.9 147 km
Jan 7, 2015 6 km NE of Irving, Texas M3.6 102 km
Jun 24, 2012 3 km SSE of Briaroaks, Texas M3.5 134 km
Mar 29, 2025 13 km NNE of Wells, Texas M3.5 142 km
Jan 6, 2015 4 km ENE of Irving, Texas M3.5 102 km
Sep 30, 2012 4 km NW of Irving, Texas M3.4 109 km
May 31, 1997 3 km ESE of Neylandville, Texas M3.4 71 km
May 19, 2018 8 km NW of Venus, Texas M3.4 123 km
Apr 2, 2015 5 km NNE of Irving, Texas M3.3 106 km
May 16, 2009 5 km NNW of Grand Prairie, Texas M3.3 111 km
Jun 15, 2012 5 km SSE of Briaroaks, Texas M3.3 133 km
May 18, 2015 5 km N of Irving, Texas M3.3 108 km
May 3, 2015 4 km N of Irving, Texas M3.2 107 km
May 1, 2024 7 km S of Mansfield, Texas M3.2 121 km
May 1, 2024 7 km SSW of Mansfield, Texas M3.1 124 km
Sep 30, 2012 1 km W of Irving, Texas M3.1 107 km
Feb 27, 2015 4 km ENE of Irving, Texas M3.1 103 km
Jan 7, 2015 4 km NE of Irving, Texas M3.1 103 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

3 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Laura (2020, Cat 2).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Laura Category 3 267 km
2008 Ike Category 2 181 km
2005 Rita Category 2 283 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

636 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 42 fatalities, 1,532 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 29, 2017 EF4 36 km 2
Dec 26, 2015 EF4 73 km 10
Apr 25, 1994 EF4 83 km 3
Apr 29, 2017 EF3 17 km 2
Dec 26, 2015 EF3 99 km 0
May 10, 2015 EF3 28 km 2
Apr 3, 2012 EF3 61 km 0
May 4, 1999 EF3 95 km 1
Apr 26, 1991 EF3 77 km 0
Apr 1, 1988 EF3 88 km 0
Nov 15, 1987 EF3 96 km 4
Dec 13, 1984 EF3 74 km 0
Oct 13, 1981 EF3 72 km 0
May 9, 1981 EF3 67 km 0
May 3, 1979 EF3 41 km 0
Apr 1, 1979 EF3 100 km 0
Feb 23, 1979 EF3 57 km 0
May 5, 1978 EF3 49 km 0
May 26, 1976 EF3 100 km 0
Dec 3, 1973 EF3 32 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

6 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: OLD MAGNOLIA (4,881 ac, 2011).

Year Name Acres Distance
2011 OLD MAGNOLIA 4,881 88 km
2006 UNNAMED 1,634 83 km
2011 495 1,606 82 km
2011 HENDERSON 474 JOHNSON 1,594 99 km
2011 HENDERSON 475 1,379 73 km
2006 COOPER LAKE 1,224 80 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 2.6 in Coldest
February 49°F (9°C) 3.3 in
March 56°F (14°C) 3.5 in
April 64°F (18°C) 4.2 in
May 72°F (22°C) 5.2 in Wettest
June 79°F (26°C) 3.8 in
July 83°F (29°C) 2.2 in Warmest
August 83°F (28°C) 1.9 in Driest
September 76°F (25°C) 3.7 in
October 66°F (19°C) 4.1 in
November 55°F (13°C) 3.6 in
December 47°F (8°C) 3.4 in

Canton has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 44°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.2") and August the driest (1.9").

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Canton is located in Van Zandt County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 20.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 38% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. 7.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 87.2% of the vote, a 74.8-point margin. 81.2% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 4 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 69 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 83% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87.2%
D 12.4%

Winner: Republican by 74.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19
Traffic Accidents18
Avg Accident Severity2.6 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.8%
38% below US avg
High School+87.2%
Graduate Degree+7.0%
School Test Score5.33
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density716/sq mi
Total Area6.2 sq mi
CountyVan Zandt County County

Services

Broadband Access81.2%
Avg Download Speed26.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed9.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities69
Restaurants100
Retail Stores148

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.4 min
Drive Alone83.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.4%
Average costs for common services in Canton. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $243 ($146–$388)
Specialist Visit $340 ($194–$534)
Urgent Care Visit $194 ($97–$340)
Emergency Room Visit $2,136 ($777–$4,855)
Dental Cleaning $126 ($73–$194)
Dental Filling $243 ($146–$388)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $44 ($24–$73)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $73 ($49–$117)
Brake Pad Replacement $291 ($146–$486)
Tire Rotation $39 ($19–$73)
New Tires (Set of 4) $583 ($388–$971)
Battery Replacement $194 ($97–$340)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $97 ($58–$146)
Electrician (Per Hour) $87 ($49–$136)
HVAC Repair $388 ($146–$777)
HVAC System Install $6,797 ($3,884–$11,652)
Roof Repair $971 ($388–$1,942)
Roof Replacement $8,739 ($5,341–$14,565)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,457 ($486–$3,399)
Divorce (Contested) $14,565 ($4,855–$29,130)
DUI Defense $4,855 ($1,942–$9,710)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,457 ($777–$2,913)
Will Preparation $486 ($194–$971)
Trust Preparation $2,428 ($971–$4,855)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut $53 ($29–$97)
Hair Coloring (Full) $146 ($73–$243)
Manicure $24 ($15–$44)
Pedicure $39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour) $78 ($49–$126)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.98 ($2.91–$5.34)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.40 ($2.43–$4.86)
Loaf of Bread $3.69 ($2.43–$5.34)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.37 ($2.91–$6.31)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.34 ($3.88–$7.28)
Rice (per lb) $0.97 ($0.58–$1.75)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $136 ($78–$243)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $68 ($29–$146)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $68 ($39–$117)
Internet (Monthly) $68 ($39–$97)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $63 ($29–$97)
Cable TV (Monthly) $83 ($49–$146)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $194 ($73–$486)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,942 ($1,165–$3,399)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $68 ($29–$126)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($7.77–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $97 ($29–$243)
Driver's License Renewal $29 ($15–$73)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,165 ($583–$2,428)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $971 ($486–$1,942)
After-School Care (Monthly) $388 ($194–$680)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $49 ($24–$97)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $971 ($388–$2,428)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,138 ($4,855–$29,130)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $58 ($29–$97)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $97 ($49–$194)
Dog Grooming $58 ($29–$97)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $39 ($19–$73)
Dog Spay/Neuter $291 ($146–$486)
Cat Spay/Neuter $194 ($97–$388)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$537
Toddler$511
Preschool$498
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$494
Toddler$476
Preschool$468
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Van Zandt County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 1,907 150 $34,393 1.49
Accommodation & Food Services 1,682 103 $21,439 1.44
Manufacturing 1,198 58 $61,947 1.14
Construction 1,109 166 $61,753 1.65
Health Care & Social Assistance 1,067 87 $42,001 0.58
Wholesale Trade 561 54 $71,279 1.11
Professional & Technical Services 419 118 $67,755 0.47
Agriculture & Forestry 412 44 $38,676 3.97
Administrative & Waste Services 335 56 $35,408 0.44
Other Services 309 64 $45,539 0.80
Finance & Insurance 300 54 $59,985 0.58
Transportation & Warehousing 229 32 $64,596 0.42
Arts & Entertainment 217 12 $18,002 1.01
Information & Technology 130 14 $70,810 0.54
Real Estate 123 37 $54,201 0.62
Educational Services 93 8 $23,098 0.35
Mining & Oil/Gas 72 14 $64,066 1.49
Utilities 38 11 $52,574 0.78
Management of Companies 15 4 $61,842 0.07
Unclassified 12 6 $25,274 0.67

Schools in Canton

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
CANTON H S High 653 52 12.6:1
CANTON EL Elementary 571 34 16.8:1
CANTON J H Middle 550 37 14.9:1
CANTON INT Elementary 529 38 13.9:1
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Radio Stations near Canton

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

National Parks Near Canton

7 national parks and monuments found near Canton.

ParkTypeFee
Bonham State Park State Park Free
Fort Parker State Park State Park Free
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park State Park Free
Lake Tawakoni State Park State Park Free
Purtis Creek State Park State Park Free
Rusk / Palestine State Park State Park Free
Tyler State Park State Park Free

Museums in Canton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
EDGEWOOD HISTORICAL SOCIETY HWY 80HISTORIC PRESERVATION103 E ELM ST9038961940$52,725
VAN AREA OIL & HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATIONHWY 16 W9039635435$4,208
CANTON PLAZA MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9035672991
EDGEWOOD HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION9038961940
GRAND SALINE SALT MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM101 NORTH MAIN ST9039625556
WILLS POINT DEPOT MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9038738626
WILLS POINT HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION9038738626

Libraries in Canton

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
VAN ZANDT COUNTY LIBRARY317 1ST MONDAY LN0.024,625
TRI-COUNTY LIBRARY132 E MARKET ST0.022,215
GRAND SALINE PUBLIC LIBRARY201 E PACIFIC ST0.010,106
VAN COMMUNITY LIBRARY310 CHESTNUT DR0.04,961

Farmers Markets in Canton

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Downtown Canton Farmers Market202 N. Buffalo St.04/20/2019 to 10/05/2019Thu: 5:00 PM-8:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit

Hotels in Canton

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Best Western
Days Inn by Wyndham Canton
Quality Inn & Suites

Restaurants in Canton

14 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Applebee's
Canton Square Bakery & Cafe
Chen's Buffet
Denny's
Donut Corner
El Sombrero
Jerry's Pizza
MPI
Ole West Bean & Burger
Pizza Hut
Robles
The Baked Potatoe
The Jalapeno Tree
Val's Italian Restaurant & Pizza

Cafes in Canton

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

DownHome Cafe
Southern Brew Coffee Co.

Theme Parks in Canton

1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Splash Kingdom Waterpark

Clinics in Canton

3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Canton HealthPark
Ingram Health Care
U.S Renal Care

Dentists in Canton

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Legacy Dental Group
Sensible Dentistry

Gas Stations in Canton

10 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Brookshire's
Bunny's
Circle K
Exxon
Exxon
Mobil
Murphy USA
Shamrock
Shell
Valero

Banks in Canton

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

American National Bank
City National Bank
My Credit Union

Gyms in Canton

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anytime Fitness
East Texas Twisters Gymnastics

Golf Courses in Canton

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Van Zandt Country Club

Nursing Homes in Canton

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
CANTON HEALTHCARE CENTER
1661 S BUFFALO
For profit - Corporation 66 28 3/5 4/5 2/5 9035674135
CANTON OAKS
1901 S TRADE DAYS BLVD
For profit - Corporation 120 99 3/5 1/5 2/5 9035670444

Pharmacies in Canton

4 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
BROOKSHIRE'S - 032 880 EAST STATE HIGHWAY 243 903-567-2403
CVS - 7466 1215 SOUTH TRADE DAYS BOULEVARD 903-567-6516
PEACE PHARMACY 300 SOUTH BUFFALO STREET 903-567-4129
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 827 603 EAST HIGHWAY 243 903-567-6578

EV Charging Stations in Canton

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Hall Chevrolet GMC385 West Dallas StreetEV Connect1J1772COMBOpublic
Dairy Palace2301 N Trade Days BlvdNon-Networked1J1772public
Quality Inn & Suites - Canton2406 N Trade Days BlvdUNIVERSAL2J1772public
Super 8 - Canton17350 I-20UNIVERSAL2J1772public

Cell Towers in Canton

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
FM47@ Van Zandt CountyTOWER143
FM47@ Van Zandt CountyTOWER143
26759 I-20 (45399)GTOWER127
26759 I-20 (45399)GTOWER127
8204 HIGHWAY 182 (103949)GTOWER101
701 E. HWY 243TOWER98
701 E. HWY 243TOWER98
(VAN) Cedar StreetLTOWER85
611 VAN ZANDT COUNTY ROAD 2132 (77840)GTOWER80
611 VAN ZANDT COUNTY ROAD 2132 (77840)GTOWER80
15437 SH 198 (55426)LTOWER79
15437 SH 198 (55426)LTOWER79
4083 CR 2300 (77854)GTOWER79
4083 CR 2300 (77854)GTOWER79
412 LAKE DRIVE (77831)LTOWER57
412 LAKE DRIVE (77831)LTOWER57

Fire Stations in Canton

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
City of Canton Fire Rescue1390 S Trade Days BLVDMostly career903-567-6477

Bridges in Canton

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete19625439,520F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete196221220,438F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete196221219,082F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete196224319,082F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete196224312,440F
CulvertConcrete19526311,003G
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete19758010,573G
CulvertConcrete1933438,718F
CulvertConcrete19971076,950G
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete1987916,848G
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete1987916,848G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20001846,230G
CulvertConcrete1934365,970G
CulvertConcrete1934215,970G
CulvertConcrete1948333,849F
CulvertConcrete1957213,501G
CulvertConcrete1957223,501F
CulvertConcrete1940212,781G
CulvertConcrete1940532,781F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19622262,700F
CulvertConcrete1986262,531F
CulvertConcrete1986212,291G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19612262,020F
CulvertConcrete1969421,968F
CulvertConcrete1967211,945F
CulvertConcrete1948331,526F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19623021,490F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete19901211,008G
CulvertConcrete193989585F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous200252440F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel200749343G
CulvertConcrete196163320F
CulvertConcrete196125320F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete200391320G
CulvertConcrete200332320G
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete1962120160F
CulvertConcrete196254160F
SlabConcrete192266100P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel202233100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel202233100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1962252100F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete196212090G
CulvertConcrete19625490F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20034076F
CulvertConcrete20034370F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20226563G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20217563G
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete20039155F
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber19872640P

Correctional Facilities in Canton

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
VAN ZANDT COUNTY JAIL1220 W DALLAS STCOUNTY127192OPEN

Airports Near Canton

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Tyler Pounds Regional AirportTYRMedium Airport
Van Zandt County Regional AirportMedium Airport
Aero Estates AirportSmall Airport
Airpark East AirportSmall Airport
Alpha Whisky AirstripSmall Airport
Anxiety AerodromeSmall Airport
Athens Municipal AirportSmall Airport
B T Averheart AirportSmall Airport
B.S. Air Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Baum AirportSmall Airport
Bishop FieldSmall Airport
Blue Ridge AirportSmall Airport
Bolton AirportSmall Airport
Bowen Lake Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Bucker FieldSmall Airport
Byrt AirportSmall Airport
C David Campbell Field Corsicana Municipal AirportCRSSmall Airport
Caddo Mills Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Cade Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Canton Hackney AirportSmall Airport
Card AerodromeSmall Airport
Cherokee County AirportJKVSmall Airport
Circle R Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Commerce Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Coyote FieldSmall Airport
Creekside Air ParkSmall Airport
Crosscut FieldSmall Airport
Deer Meadow Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Delva Field AirportSmall Airport
Dennis's Flying Farm AirportSmall Airport
Dow Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Echo Lake AirportSmall Airport
Eisenbeck Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Embarcadero AirportSmall Airport
Erco FieldSmall Airport
Fly 1 On AirportSmall Airport
Fly-N-Ski AirportSmall Airport
Flyers FieldSmall Airport
Flying 'T' Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying B AirportSmall Airport
Flying G AirportSmall Airport
Flying M AirportSmall Airport
Foggy Bottom AirportSmall Airport
Fordlane Flyers AirportSmall Airport
Franklin County AirportSmall Airport
French FieldSmall Airport
Garden Valley AirportSmall Airport
Glad Oaks AirportSmall Airport
Glenmar AirportSmall Airport
Goggans AirfieldSmall Airport

Police Stations in Canton

4 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Alba Police Department145 South Broadway Street
Canton Police Department555 West Veterans Memorial Parkway
Eustace Police Department
Mabank PD

Grocery Stores in Canton

13 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Bob's Town & CountryConvenience Store1520 S Buffalo St
Brookshire Food Store 32Supermarket880 E Highway 243
Canton Travel CenterConvenience Store9800 Interstate 20
Circle K 2706340Convenience Store2256 N Trade Days Blvd
CVS/ PHARMACY INC 7466Other1215 S Trade Days Blvd
DOLLAR GENERAL 1823Other220 E Highway 243
Dollar Tree 6051Other301 E State Highway 243
Lucky MartConvenience Store1089 W Dallas St
Murphy USA 7756Convenience Store601 E. Hwy 243
Nat 24 #4 #4Convenience Store17169 Interstate 20
Road Ranger LLC 323Convenience Store13951 FM 859
Walmart 827Super Store603 E Highway 243
Wills 7-eleven 24Convenience Store17200 Interstate 20

Post Offices in Canton

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canton Post Office1001 West Dallas Street

Treatment Centers in Canton

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Counseling Solutions - Mabank Counseling SolutionsSubstance Abuse903-309-2563

DOL Wage Violations in Canton

12 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $169,926 in back wages owed to 261 employees.

12
Violations
$169,926
Back Wages Owed
261
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
OCHOA'S CAFE 75103 1 $88,339 $2,677 33
Millwood Cabinets, LLP 75103 1 $32,093 $544 59
Twin Lakes Nursery, Ltd 75103 1 $12,617 $178 71
Van Zandt County Sherriff's Department 75103 1 $9,892 $194 51
Church's Chicken (MSMP) Corp. Churchs Texas Chicken 75103 1 $9,096 $1,137 8
ETMC Regional Health Care System 75103 1 $6,622 $602 11
Duke's Travel Plaza 75103 1 $5,381 $5,381 1
Bunnys Canton 75103 1 $2,778 $1,389 2
Lonestar Caliper Co. 75103 1 $1,893 $270 7
Comfort Inn & Suites Choice Hotels 75103 1 $542 $45 12
Canton Healthcare Center Senior Living Properties, LLC 75103 2 $339 $68 5
Church's Chicken Churchs Texas Chicken 75103 1 $333 $333 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Canton

38 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ABUNDANT LIFE BAPTIST CHURCH OF CANTON1351 S WAY 19 NO 105
BRIGHT STAR BAPTIST CHURCH OF WILLS POINTPO BOX 776
CANTON BIBLE CHURCH5889 VZ CR 2602
CANTON CHURCH OF CHRISTPO BOX 636
CANTON FOURSQUARE CHURCHPO BOX 563
CHAPEL OF PRAISERR 1
CHRISTIAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH343 VX CR 2106
CRUCIBLES FIRE INC7309 FM 2909
DRIVEN LIFE CHURCHPO BOX 631
EAST TEXAS COUNTRY CHURCHPO BOX 844
EMBASSY MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL4310 HWY 198
EVERLASTING MINISTRIES INC105 LAKEWOOD TRL
FAITH MINISTRIES PENTECOSTAL CHURCHES INCRT 1 BOX 280
FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD801 E STATE HIGHWAY 243
FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD801 E HIGHWAY 243
GRACE BIBLE FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 64
GRACE FAMILY CHURCH1953 MILL CREEK RD
GRACE FAMILY CHURCH OF CANTON TEXASPO BOX 754
HEART OF GRACE MINISTRIES885 E STATE HWY 243
HEBRON MINISTRIES INC889 VZCR 2313
HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN CHURCH28171 W HWY 64
INTERNATIONAL CHURCH OF THE FOURSQUARE GOSPELPO BOX 1105
ISAIAH 4031 FOUNDATIONPO BOX 1244
KINGDOM BRANCHES MINISTRIES1685 VZ COUNTY ROAD 4111
LAST DAYS CHURCH OF CANTON20879 STATE HWY 64
LOVE AND GRACE FAMILY RESOURCE MINISTRY1586 S BUFFALO ST
MARANATHA CHURCH INCPO BOX 695
NATIONS 9TH OF AVPO BOX 758
NEW HOPE BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 564
PILLARS OF THE EARTH MINISTRY3340 FM 16
RADIANT MINISTRIES249 ETHERIDGE LN
SOUL HARVEST MISSIONS INCPO BOX 116
ST JUSTIN MARTYR EPISCOPAL CHURCHPO BOX 87
ST THERESE CATHOLIC CHURCH-CANTON885 1ST MONDAY LN
TEHILLIM46PO BOX 758
TUNDRA BAPTIST CHURCH2313 FM 1651
VAN ZANDT CROSSROADS INCPO BOX 1556
VZ CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES460 VZ COUNTY ROAD 2411

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Frequently Asked Questions About Canton

What is the population of Canton?

Canton has a population of 4,411 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 716 people per square mile, spread across 6.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 46.3% female and 53.7% male.

Is Canton expensive to live in?

Canton 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 $48,858, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $189,200 (33% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $985 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Canton safe?

Canton is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,274 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Canton receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Canton?

Canton enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 44°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 44.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Canton?

The job market in Canton is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $877. There are 1,142 business establishments in the area, including 100 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 33 minutes, and 9.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Canton?

The median home value in Canton is $189,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $295,588. For renters, the median monthly rent is $985. Fair market rent is $935 for a 1-bedroom and $1,149 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 66.7%. The average annual property tax is $6,138.

How are the schools in Canton?

Schools in Canton score 5.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 20.8% of adults in Canton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. 7.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Canton?

The obesity rate in Canton is 35.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.4% of adults are smokers. 25.7% are physically inactive. 26.4% of residents report depression. 12.9% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 48.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:12,255.

What is transportation like in Canton?

The average commute in Canton is 33 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 83% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Canton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Canton is 93.8% White, 2.1% Black or African American, 1% Hispanic or Latino. 97.5% of residents speak only English at home. 9.0% of the population are military veterans. 15.1% of residents have a disability. 87.8% have health insurance coverage.

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