Chandler, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Chandler is a small town in Texas with a population of 3,397. Residents earn $48,002 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
3,397 Population 560/sq mi density
$48,002 Median Income $30,211 per capita
$218,400 Home Value $263,356 Zillow
$868 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$48,002 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$218,400 home value, $868/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,002
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $218,400
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.2%
25% lower than US avg
Median Rent $868
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.7%
54% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,397
Median Age46.9 yrs
Density560/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

B+
Median Income$48,002
Per Capita$30,211
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$16,657M
Commute25 min

Housing

A
Home Value$218,400
Rent$868
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$263,356

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain42.1 in/yr
Elevation372 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.2%
High School+95.9%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute25 min
EV Stations1
Libraries6

Is Chandler a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chandler receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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. Chandler offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chandler is $48,002, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chandler is $218,400, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $868 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

25.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Chandler enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Chandler has a population of 3,397 with a density of 560 people per square mile. The median age is 46.9 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86%), with 4.5% Black.

Population

3,397
Total Population
560
People / sq mi
46.9yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
6.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.3%
Female 57.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Chandler vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.1%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.9%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Chandler vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chandler is $48,002, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Chandler vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,002
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,211
Avg Weekly Wage$1,105
IRS Avg AGI$83,327

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.7%
54% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,931
County GDP$16,657M

Business (County)

Restaurants536
Healthcare690
Retail868
Manufacturing184

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,835
124% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.7 min
Work from Home14.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Chandler is $218,400, 23% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $868 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $263,356.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$218,400
23% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$263,356
Median List Price$264,990

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$264,990
$/Sq Ft$166
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory20

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$868
25% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,835
124% above US avg
Effective Rate3.59%
In Chandler, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.5% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.0%
6% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure32.8%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.1%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity24.7%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.6%
Checkup Rate74.1%
Premature Death9,375/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access69.0%
Healthcare Facilities690

Crime Rates: Chandler vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Chandler has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average66.6°F
23% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.1 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation372 ft (113 m)
Area6.1 sq mi (15.7 km²)
Population Density560/sq mi
Coordinates32.3069°N, 95.4737°W
County FIPS48423
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 25.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.1%
D 27%

Winner: Republican by 45.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.2%
25% below US avg
High School+95.9%
School Test Score5.10
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density560/sq mi
Total Area6.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities690
Restaurants536
Retail Stores868

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.7 min
Work from Home14.2%

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