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Carl's Corner, TX

Texas · Johnson County · Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington Metro

Carl's Corner is a small town in Texas with a population of 287. Residents earn $61,875 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
287 Population 91/sq mi density
$61,875 Median Income $32,353 per capita
$78,600 Home Value
66°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$61,875 median income, 11.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$78,600 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,875
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $78,600
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.3%
84% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.7%
225% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.3%
1% lower than US avg

How Carl's Corner Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population287
Median Age53.1 yrs
Density91/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 65%
Veterans19.2%

Economy

C+
Median Income$61,875
Per Capita$32,353
Unemployment11.7%
Poverty12.3%
County GDP$9,609M
Commute41 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$78,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units118
Rent Burden28.7%

Health

Obesity36.3%
Uninsured20.7%
Smoking12.5%
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation818 ft (249 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.3%
High School+78.7%
Graduate+6.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute41 min
Broadband95.0%
Libraries5

Is Carl's Corner a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Carl's Corner receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate, long commute times. Carl's Corner offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Carl's Corner is $61,875, 18% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.7%, unemployment is notably high. 12.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Carl's Corner is $78,600, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Carl's Corner enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Carl's Corner has a population of 287 with a density of 91 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles. The median age is 53.1 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 39.7% female and 60.3% male. The city is predominantly White (64.8%), with 1.7% Hispanic, 19.2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 67.4% of residents, while 32.6% speak Spanish. 19.2% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 38.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 75.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

287
Total Population
91
People / sq mi
53.1yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.3%
Female 39.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Carl's Corner vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only67.4%
14% below US avg
Spanish32.6%
143% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Carl's Corner vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Carl's Corner is $61,875, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,353 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,107, 23% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 11.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 4,062 business establishments, including 321 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 1.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Carl's Corner vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,875
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,353
Avg Weekly Wage$1,107
IRS Avg AGI$76,277

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.7%
225% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.3%
1% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,062
County GDP$9,609M

Business (County)

Restaurants321
Healthcare303
Retail432
Manufacturing188

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,337
110% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate9.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time41.3 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Carl's Corner is $78,600, 72% below the national median of $281,900. Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 118 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1998. The average annual property tax is $7,337 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 28.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$78,600
72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.3%
Housing Units118
Median Year Built1998

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,337
110% above US avg
Effective Rate9.33%
In Carl's Corner, 36.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.8% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.5% of residents. 31.9% have high blood pressure. 12.5% are current smokers. 18.3% report binge drinking. 28.1% are physically inactive. 21.0% report depression. 17.0% experience frequent mental distress. 20.7% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,464. The dentist ratio is 1:2,475. 74.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.7 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Carl's Corner vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma9.4%
COPD5.2%
Cancer6.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.5%
11% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity28.1%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep42.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.1%
Uninsured20.7%
141% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,464
Dentists1:2,475
Mental Health1:1,015
Checkup Rate72.2%
Dental Visits54.1%
Premature Death8,336/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access74.7%
Healthcare Facilities303
Carl's Corner enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 330 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 38.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 818 feet.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average66.1°F
22% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.7 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall0.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation818 ft (249 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.1 km²)
Population Density91/sq mi
Coordinates32.0839°N, 97.0532°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyJohnson County County
County FIPS48251

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 47°F (8°C) 1.9 in Coldest, Driest
February 50°F (10°C) 2.4 in
March 58°F (14°C) 2.9 in
April 65°F (18°C) 3.3 in
May 73°F (23°C) 5.0 in Wettest
June 80°F (27°C) 3.5 in
July 84°F (29°C) 1.9 in Warmest
August 84°F (29°C) 2.0 in
September 77°F (25°C) 3.5 in
October 67°F (20°C) 3.7 in
November 56°F (13°C) 2.5 in
December 48°F (9°C) 2.2 in

Carl's Corner has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F — from 47°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.0") and January the driest (1.9").

Carl's Corner is located in Johnson County. It is classified as Metro — 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 5.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 84% below the national average of 33.7%. 78.7% have completed high school. 6.0% 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 75.3% of the vote, a 51.4-point margin. 95.0% of households have broadband internet access. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 303 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 87% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.3%
D 23.9%

Winner: Republican by 51.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.3%
84% below US avg
High School+78.7%
Graduate Degree+6.0%
School Test Score5.10
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density91/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi
CountyJohnson County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities303
Restaurants321
Retail Stores432

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute41.3 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.4%

Frequently Asked Questions About Carl's Corner

What is the population of Carl's Corner?

Carl's Corner has a population of 287 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 91 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 53.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 39.7% female and 60.3% male.

Is Carl's Corner expensive to live in?

Carl's Corner 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 $61,875, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $78,600 (72% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 1.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Carl's Corner?

Carl's Corner enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 47°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Carl's Corner?

The job market in Carl's Corner faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.7% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,107. There are 4,062 business establishments in the area, including 321 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 41 minutes, and 1.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Carl's Corner?

The median home value in Carl's Corner is $78,600. The average annual property tax is $7,337.

How are the schools in Carl's Corner?

Schools in Carl's Corner score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 5.3% of adults in Carl's Corner hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.7% have completed high school. 6.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Carl's Corner?

The obesity rate in Carl's Corner is 36.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 12.5% of adults are smokers. 28.1% are physically inactive. 21.0% of residents report depression. 20.7% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 74.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,464.

What is transportation like in Carl's Corner?

The average commute in Carl's Corner is 41 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 87% of workers drive alone to work, and 1.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Carl's Corner?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Carl's Corner is 64.8% White, 19.2% Black or African American, 1.7% Hispanic or Latino. 67.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 32.6% speak Spanish. 19.2% of the population are military veterans. 38.8% of residents have a disability. 75.1% have health insurance coverage.

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