Carthage, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Panola County County
Carthage, TX
At a Glance
How Carthage Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Carthage's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Carthage a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Carthage residents earn a median household income of $44,738 , which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,611. The unemployment rate stands at 1.4% (61% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 559 business establishments, including 39 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Carthage is $153,100 , 46% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $202,583. Median rent is $737/month, with 29.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1979.
Safety & Crime
Carthage reports 605 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 59% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,874/100K.
Education
17.0% of adults in Carthage hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below the national average). 82.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Carthage has an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.3 inches.