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Canyon Creek, TX

Texas · Hood County

Canyon Creek is a small town in Texas with a population of 963. Residents earn $90,774 per year, which is 21% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
963 Population 410/sq mi density
$90,774 Median Income $33,768 per capita
$264,400 Home Value
$1,768 Median Rent 23.4% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$90,774 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$264,400 home value, $1,768/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,774
21% higher than US avg
Home Value $264,400
6% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.3%
1% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,768
52% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.6%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.8%
93% lower than US avg

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

People

Population963
Median Age41.6 yrs
Density410/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans1.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$90,774
Per Capita$33,768
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.8%
County GDP$3,550M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$264,400
Rent$1,768
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units364
Rent Burden23.4%

Health

Obesity33.6%
Uninsured13.3%
Smoking13.6%
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain34.3 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation794 ft (242 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.3%
High School+94.7%
Graduate+6.8%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 17%
Commute35 min
Broadband97.0%
Libraries1

Is Canyon Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Canyon Creek receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, long commute times. Canyon Creek stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Canyon Creek is $90,774, 21% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Canyon Creek is $264,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,768 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Canyon Creek enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Canyon Creek has a population of 963 with a density of 410 people per square mile. The median age is 41.6 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.5%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

963
Total Population
410
People / sq mi
41.6yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Canyon Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Canyon Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Canyon Creek is $90,774, which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Canyon Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,774
21% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,768
Avg Weekly Wage$991
IRS Avg AGI$92,042

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.8%
93% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,700
County GDP$3,550M

Business (County)

Restaurants139
Healthcare160
Retail185
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,779
122% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.3 min
Drive Alone78.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Canyon Creek is $264,400, 6% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,768 (52% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$264,400
6% below US avg
Median List Price$294,750

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$294,750
$/Sq Ft$168
Homes Sold8
Sale-to-List Ratio98.3%
Price Drops34.4%
Inventory64

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,768
52% above US avg
Rent Burden23.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.0%
Housing Units364
Median Year Built2003

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,779
122% above US avg
Effective Rate2.94%
In Canyon Creek, 33.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.3% of residents lack health insurance. 13.6% are current smokers. 24.8% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Canyon Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.6%
5% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.6%
3% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.7%
Uninsured13.3%
55% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,676
Dentists1:1,844
Mental Health1:797
Checkup Rate72.4%
Dental Visits56.2%
Premature Death9,472/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access75.4%
Healthcare Facilities160
Canyon Creek has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.3 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average64.8°F
20% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.3 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation794 ft (242 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.1 km²)
Population Density410/sq mi
Coordinates32.3910°N, 97.7394°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyHood County County
County FIPS48221
Canyon Creek is located in Hood County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 33.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66-point margin. 97.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.6%
D 16.6%

Winner: Republican by 66 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.3%
1% below US avg
High School+94.7%
Graduate Degree+6.8%
School Test Score5.10
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density410/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi
CountyHood County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities160
Restaurants139
Retail Stores185

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.3 min
Drive Alone78.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.6%

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