Median Income
$65,755
13% lower than US avg
Home Value
$129,400
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.1%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$748
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.7%
10% higher than US avg
How Carrollton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population3,073
Median Age45.0 yrs
Density1,117/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Economy
B+
Median Income$65,755
Per Capita$35,099
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty13.7%
County GDP$1,823M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$129,400
Rent$748
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$174,546
Health
Obesity38.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.6 in/yr
Elevation1,170 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+18.1%
High School+88.7%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute22 min
Libraries3
Is Carrollton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Carrollton receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Carrollton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Carrollton is $65,755, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. 13.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Carrollton is $129,400, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $748 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Carrollton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.6 inches, including 47.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Carrollton has a population of 3,073 with a density of 1,117 people per square mile. The median age is 45.0 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.5%), with 1.2% Black.
Population
45.0yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Carrollton vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.2% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.8% |
| 87% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Carrollton vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Carrollton is $65,755, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income: Carrollton vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $65,755 |
| 13% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,099 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $934 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $65,443 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.9% |
| 75% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.7% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 556 |
| County GDP | $1,823M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 41 |
| Healthcare | 48 |
| Retail | 58 |
| Manufacturing | 30 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,461 |
| 27% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.45% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.9 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Carrollton is $129,400, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $748 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $174,546.
Home Values
| Census Median | $129,400 |
| 54% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $174,546 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $748 |
| 36% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,461 |
| 27% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.45% |
In Carrollton, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.2% report depression. 29.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Carrollton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.4% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.8% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 8.1% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.9% |
| Depression | 28.2% |
| Mental Distress | 21.0% |
| Physical Distress | 14.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.0% |
| Premature Death | 9,631/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 36.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 48 |
Crime Rates: Carrollton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Carrollton has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 51.7°F |
| 4% below US avg |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 41.6 inches |
| 9% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 47.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,170 ft (357 m) |
| Area | 2.8 sq mi (7.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,117/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.5787°N, 81.0908°W |
| County FIPS | 39019 |