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Chillicothe, TX

Texas · Hardeman County

Chillicothe is a small town in Texas with a population of 606. Residents earn $68,125 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
606 Population 594/sq mi density
$68,125 Median Income $28,289 per capita
$68,800 Home Value
$845 Median Rent 16.7% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$68,125 median income, 0.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$68,800 home value, $845/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,125
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $68,800
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.7%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $845
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.2%
94% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.2%
26% lower than US avg

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

People

Population606
Median Age26.8 yrs
Density594/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 55%
Veterans1.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,125
Per Capita$28,289
Unemployment0.2%
Poverty9.2%
County GDP$268M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,800
Rent$845
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units266
Rent Burden16.7%

Health

Obesity38.6%
Uninsured21.6%
Smoking15.8%
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain25.6 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation1,400 ft (427 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.7%
High School+65.4%
Graduate+2.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute20 min
Broadband73.1%
Libraries1

Is Chillicothe a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chillicothe receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Chillicothe offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chillicothe is $68,125, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.2%. 9.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chillicothe is $68,800, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $845 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Chillicothe enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Chillicothe has a population of 606 with a density of 594 people per square mile. The median age is 26.8 years, 31% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (55%), with 4.3% Hispanic, 15.7% Black.

Population

606
Total Population
594
People / sq mi
26.8yrs
Median Age
31% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54%
Female 46%

Race & Ethnicity

Chillicothe vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only76.4%
3% below US avg
Spanish23.6%
76% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Chillicothe vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chillicothe is $68,125, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Chillicothe vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,125
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,289
Avg Weekly Wage$893
IRS Avg AGI$50,455

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.2%
94% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.2%
26% below US avg
Establishments (County)130
County GDP$268M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare10
Retail18

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.9 min
Drive Alone62.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Chillicothe is $68,800, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $845 (27% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$68,800
76% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$845
27% below US avg
Rent Burden16.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.9%
Housing Units266
Median Year Built1949

Property Tax

In Chillicothe, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.6% of residents lack health insurance. 15.8% are current smokers. 24.2% report depression. 30.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes12.4%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.8%
Cancer6.3%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.8%
13% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity30.5%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress14.9%
Short Sleep37.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate74.5%
Uninsured21.6%
151% above US avg
Primary Care1:888
Dentists1:879
Mental Health1:873
Checkup Rate71.8%
Dental Visits55.6%
Premature Death10,561/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access0.3%
Healthcare Facilities10
Chillicothe has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.6 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average62.1°F
15% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.6 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall2.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,400 ft (427 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density594/sq mi
Coordinates34.2557°N, 99.5141°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyHardeman County County
County FIPS48197
Chillicothe is located in Hardeman County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72.7-point margin. 73.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.1%
D 13.4%

Winner: Republican by 72.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.7%
56% below US avg
High School+65.4%
Graduate Degree+2.0%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density594/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi
CountyHardeman County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.1%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants9
Retail Stores18

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.9 min
Drive Alone62.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

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