Median Income
$59,662
21% lower than US avg
Home Value
$84,200
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.1%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$934
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.1%
97% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.8%
37% lower than US avg
How Childress Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population5,964
Median Age32.9 yrs
Density722/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 58%
Economy
A
Median Income$59,662
Per Capita$29,231
Unemployment0.1%
Poverty7.8%
County GDP$342M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$84,200
Rent$934
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$120,266
Health
Obesity37.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease5.9%
Climate
Avg Temp63°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain23.7 in/yr
Elevation1,952 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.1%
High School+83.3%
School Score5.66
Community
2024 VoteR 88% / D 12%
Commute23 min
EV Stations3
Libraries1
Is Childress a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Childress receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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. Childress offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Childress is $59,662, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.1%. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Childress is $84,200, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $934 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Childress enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.7 inches, including 5.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Childress has a population of 5,964 with a density of 722 people per square mile. The median age is 32.9 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (57.7%), with 2.8% Hispanic, 7.1% Black.
Population
32.9yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Childress vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 74.3% |
| 5% below US avg |
| Spanish | 25.7% |
| 92% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Childress vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Childress is $59,662, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income: Childress vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $59,662 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,231 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $957 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,948 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.1% |
| 97% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.8% |
| 37% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 238 |
| County GDP | $342M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 29 |
| Healthcare | 19 |
| Retail | 34 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,540 |
| 30% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.39% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.9 min |
| Work from Home | 0.6% |
The median home value in Childress is $84,200, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $934 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $120,266.
Home Values
| Census Median | $84,200 |
| 70% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $120,266 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $934 |
| 20% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $853 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,049 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,543 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,540 |
| 30% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.39% |
In Childress, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.1% report depression. 29.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Childress vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.3% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.9% |
| Asthma | 9.7% |
| COPD | 6.6% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.6% |
| Depression | 22.1% |
| Mental Distress | 18.3% |
| Physical Distress | 14.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 76.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.3% |
| Premature Death | 9,806/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 19 |
Crime Rates: Childress vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Childress has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
42°F Jan (5°C)
84°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 62.7°F |
| 16% above US avg |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 23.7 inches |
| 38% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 5.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,952 ft (595 m) |
| Area | 8.3 sq mi (21.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 722/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.4355°N, 100.2824°W |
| County FIPS | 48075 |