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Chireno, TX

Texas · San Augustine County

Chireno is a small town in Texas with a population of 611. Residents earn $61,705 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
611 Population 327/sq mi density
$61,705 Median Income $21,362 per capita
$74,000 Home Value $194,965 Zillow
$665 Median Rent 11.5% income on rent
69°F Avg Temperature 313 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$61,705 median income, 7.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$74,000 home value, $665/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,705
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $74,000
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.1%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $665
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.8%
117% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.7%
2% higher than US avg

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

People

Population611
Median Age32.8 yrs
Density327/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 66%
Veterans18.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$61,705
Per Capita$21,362
Unemployment7.8%
Poverty12.7%
County GDP$780M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$74,000
Rent$665
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$194,965
Housing Units240
Rent Burden11.5%

Health

Obesity35.0%
Uninsured17.3%
Smoking18.5%
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain60.0 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation271 ft (83 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.1%
High School+77.8%
Graduate+4.3%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 22%
Commute24 min
Broadband75.7%
Libraries1

Is Chireno a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chireno receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate. Chireno offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chireno is $61,705, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chireno is $74,000, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $665 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Chireno enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 60.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Chireno has a population of 611 with a density of 327 people per square mile. The median age is 32.8 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66%), with 2.6% Hispanic, 13.3% Black.

Population

611
Total Population
327
People / sq mi
32.8yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Chireno vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.6%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.4%
0% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Chireno vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chireno is $61,705, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Chireno vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,705
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,362
Avg Weekly Wage$986
IRS Avg AGI$57,746

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.8%
117% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.7%
2% above US avg
Establishments (County)155
County GDP$780M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare17
Retail27
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,050
13% below US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.6 min
Drive Alone81.9%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home1.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Chireno is $74,000, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $665 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $194,965.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$74,000
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$194,965

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$665
43% below US avg
Rent Burden11.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.9%
Housing Units240
Median Year Built1981

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,050
13% below US avg
Effective Rate4.12%
In Chireno, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.3% of residents lack health insurance. 18.5% are current smokers. 26.3% report depression. 31.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.0%
9% above US avg
Diabetes12.7%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure34.8%
Asthma11.4%
COPD8.6%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.5%
32% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity31.4%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress15.7%
Short Sleep37.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate68.5%
Uninsured17.3%
101% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,961
Dentists1:1,964
Mental Health1:3,917
Checkup Rate72.2%
Dental Visits52.3%
Premature Death15,177/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.1/10
Exercise Access41.8%
Healthcare Facilities17
Chireno has an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.0 inches. The area enjoys 313 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

51°F Jan (10°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average68.6°F
27% above US avg
January Average51°F (10°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.0 inches
58% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation271 ft (83 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density327/sq mi
Coordinates31.4989°N, 94.3459°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountySan Augustine County County
County FIPS48405
Chireno is located in San Augustine County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.3-point margin. 75.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.9%
D 21.6%

Winner: Republican by 56.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.1%
52% below US avg
High School+77.8%
Graduate Degree+4.3%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density327/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi
CountySan Augustine County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.7%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants5
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.6 min
Drive Alone81.9%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home1.0%

Nearby Cities

San Augustine, TX 2,139 pop · 14.0 mi Nacogdoches, TX 32,104 pop · 19.7 mi Huntington, TX 4,022 pop · 20.3 mi Center, TX 5,198 pop · 22.5 mi Garrison, TX 1,001 pop · 24.2 mi Lufkin, TX 34,158 pop · 25.7 mi Timpson, TX 1,124 pop · 28.3 mi Hudson, TX 5,017 pop · 28.7 mi Hemphill, TX 1,397 pop · 31.0 mi Tenaha, TX 1,098 pop · 31.3 mi Milam, TX 1,275 pop · 33.2 mi Diboll, TX 4,531 pop · 33.6 mi Sam Rayburn, TX 1,163 pop · 34.7 mi Logansport, LA 1,606 pop · 38.9 mi
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