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Carlsbad, TX

Texas · Tom Green County · Metropolitan Area

Carlsbad is a small town in Texas with a population of 662. Residents earn $56,833 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
662 Population 427/sq mi density
$56,833 Median Income $14,265 per capita
$67,000 Home Value
$939 Median Rent 13.1% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 328 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$56,833 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$67,000 home value, $939/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,833
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $67,000
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.5%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $939
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 39.1%
215% higher than US avg

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

People

Population662
Median Age29.9 yrs
Density427/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 70%
Veterans6.8%

Economy

C+
Median Income$56,833
Per Capita$14,265
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty39.1%
County GDP$8,573M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$67,000
Rent$939
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units190
Rent Burden13.1%

Health

Obesity36.8%
Uninsured15.3%
Smoking14.5%
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain21.2 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation2,075 ft (632 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.5%
High School+73.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 26%
Commute13 min
Broadband41.2%
Libraries3

Is Carlsbad a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Carlsbad receives an overall livability score of 3.1 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, below-average incomes. Carlsbad offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Carlsbad is $56,833, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 39.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Carlsbad is $67,000, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $939 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Carlsbad enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 328 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Carlsbad has a population of 662 with a density of 427 people per square mile. The median age is 29.9 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.5%), with 4.7% Hispanic, 19.5% Black.

Population

662
Total Population
427
People / sq mi
29.9yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.3%
Female 54.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Carlsbad vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.4%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.6%
36% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Carlsbad vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Carlsbad is $56,833, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 39.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Carlsbad vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,833
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,265
Avg Weekly Wage$1,077
IRS Avg AGI$79,486

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate39.1%
215% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,105
County GDP$8,573M

Business (County)

Restaurants318
Healthcare267
Retail405
Manufacturing98

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,479
114% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate11.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.5 min
Drive Alone44.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Carlsbad is $67,000, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $939 (19% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$67,000
76% below US avg
Median List Price$240,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$240,000
$/Sq Ft$162
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$939
19% below US avg
Rent Burden13.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.6%
Housing Units190
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,479
114% above US avg
Effective Rate11.16%
In Carlsbad, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.3% of residents lack health insurance. 14.5% are current smokers. 25.7% report depression. 27.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.2%
Cancer6.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.5%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity27.3%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress13.6%
Short Sleep38.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.2%
Uninsured15.3%
78% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,388
Dentists1:1,544
Mental Health1:463
Checkup Rate73.0%
Dental Visits54.1%
Premature Death9,679/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access83.3%
Healthcare Facilities267
Carlsbad has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.2 inches. The area enjoys 328 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average64.7°F
20% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.2 inches
44% below US avg
Snowfall1.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,075 ft (632 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density427/sq mi
Coordinates31.6112°N, 100.6406°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyTom Green County County
County FIPS48451
Carlsbad is located in Tom Green County County. It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48-point margin. 41.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.5%
D 25.5%

Winner: Republican by 48 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.5%
81% below US avg
High School+73.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density427/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi
CountyTom Green County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access41.2%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities267
Restaurants318
Retail Stores405

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.5 min
Drive Alone44.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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