Texas
Carthage is a small city in Texas with a population of 6,568. Residents earn $44,738 per year, which is 40% below the national average.
Based on current data, Carthage receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Carthage offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Carthage is $44,738, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. 8.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
The median home value in Carthage is $153,100, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $737 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
The violent crime rate of 480 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,282 per 100,000, 169% above the national average.
17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Carthage enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 82.2% |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 17.8% |
| 33% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $44,738 |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $34,611 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,142 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $72,754 |
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.5% |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 559 |
| County GDP | $2,361M |
| Restaurants | 39 |
| Healthcare | 33 |
| Retail | 66 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,259 |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.78% |
| Commute Time | 21.6 min |
| Work from Home | 2.4% |
| Census Median | $153,100 |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $192,165 |
| Census Median Rent | $737 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
| Owner-Occupied | 66.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,259 |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.78% |
| Obesity | 38.9% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.9% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.3% |
| Depression | 24.8% |
| Mental Distress | 20.2% |
| Physical Distress | 14.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 76.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 73.7% |
| Premature Death | 13,705/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 43.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 33 |
| Total Violent | 480.1/100K |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 87.3/100K |
| Robbery | 43.7/100K |
| Assault | 349.2/100K |
| Total Property | 5,281.5/100K |
| 169% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 800.2/100K |
| Theft | 4,335.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 145.5/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 65.4°F |
| 21% above US avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 52.3 inches |
| 38% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.8 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 298 ft (91 m) |
| Area | 10.7 sq mi (27.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 616/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.1520°N, 94.3371°W |
| County FIPS | 48365 |
Winner: Republican by 66.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 17.0% |
| 50% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 82.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.10 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 616/sq mi |
| Total Area | 10.7 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 3 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 6 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 33 |
| Restaurants | 39 |
| Retail Stores | 66 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 182 |
| Avg Commute | 21.6 min |
| Work from Home | 2.4% |