Childress, TX
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Childress, TX
At a Glance
How Childress Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Childress's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Childress a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Childress residents earn a median household income of $59,662 , which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,231. The unemployment rate stands at 0.2% (94% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 238 business establishments, including 29 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Childress is $84,200 , 70% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $140,783. Median rent is $934/month, with 18.3% 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 1965.
Safety & Crime
Childress reports 156 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 59% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 536/100K.
Education
9.1% of adults in Childress hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below the national average). 83.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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 totals 23.7 inches.