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China, TX

Texas · Hardin County · Metropolitan Area

China is a small town in Texas with a population of 892. Residents earn $56,429 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
892 Population 656/sq mi density
$56,429 Median Income $32,229 per capita
$196,700 Home Value
$1,019 Median Rent 30.0% income on rent
69°F Avg Temperature 313 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$56,429 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$196,700 home value, $1,019/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,429
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $196,700
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.0%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,019
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.7%
54% lower than US avg

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

People

Population892
Median Age38.3 yrs
Density656/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 72%
Veterans5.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,429
Per Capita$32,229
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$1,853M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$196,700
Rent$1,019
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units605
Rent Burden30.0%

Health

Obesity36.9%
Uninsured11.7%
Smoking13.4%
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain62.0 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.0%
High School+81.9%
Graduate+2.5%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 12%
Commute27 min
Broadband94.7%
Libraries4

Is China a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, China receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. China offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in China is $56,429, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in China is $196,700, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,019 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

21.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

China enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 62.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

China has a population of 892 with a density of 656 people per square mile. The median age is 38.3 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.1%), with 16.4% Black.

Population

892
Total Population
656
People / sq mi
38.3yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.8%
Female 62.2%

Race & Ethnicity

China vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.7%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.3%
38% below US avg

Social Characteristics

China vs U.S. Average

The median household income in China is $56,429, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: China vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,429
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,229
Avg Weekly Wage$1,008
IRS Avg AGI$80,313

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.7%
54% below US avg
Establishments (County)974
County GDP$1,853M

Business (County)

Restaurants89
Healthcare66
Retail154
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,163
76% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Drive Alone94.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.5%

Walkability

The median home value in China is $196,700, 30% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,019 (12% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$196,700
30% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$141
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops21.4%
Inventory14

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,019
12% below US avg
Rent Burden30.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.0%
Housing Units605
Median Year Built1990

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,163
76% above US avg
Effective Rate3.13%
In China, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.7% of residents lack health insurance. 13.4% are current smokers. 23.2% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure32.9%
Asthma10.9%
COPD5.7%
Cancer6.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.4%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity23.7%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep39.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.1%
Uninsured11.7%
36% above US avg
Primary Care1:5,697
Dentists1:3,613
Mental Health1:1,821
Checkup Rate74.7%
Dental Visits58.0%
Premature Death11,242/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access66.5%
Healthcare Facilities66
China has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 62.0 inches. The area enjoys 313 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average68.9°F
28% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall62.0 inches
63% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density656/sq mi
Coordinates30.0411°N, 94.3376°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyHardin County County
County FIPS48199
China is located in Hardin County County. It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 21.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 75.8-point margin. 94.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87.7%
D 11.9%

Winner: Republican by 75.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.0%
38% below US avg
High School+81.9%
Graduate Degree+2.5%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density656/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi
CountyHardin County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.7%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities66
Restaurants89
Retail Stores154

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Drive Alone94.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.5%

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