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Christine, TX

Texas · Atascosa County · Metropolitan Area

Christine is a small town in Texas with a population of 323. Residents earn $43,958 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
323 Population 188/sq mi density
$43,958 Median Income $19,137 per capita
$90,800 Home Value
70°F Avg Temperature 300 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$43,958 median income, 14.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,800 home value
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,958
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,800
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 14.7%
308% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population323
Median Age43.2 yrs
Density188/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 31%
Veterans3.3%

Economy

C
Median Income$43,958
Per Capita$19,137
Unemployment14.7%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$4,830M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units125
Rent Burden25.7%

Health

Obesity40.1%
Uninsured26.8%
Smoking11.0%
Depression19.5%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain31.5 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation326 ft (99 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+69.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute33 min
Broadband76.0%
Libraries5

Is Christine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Christine receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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, below-average incomes. Christine offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Christine is $43,958, 42% below the national average of $75,149. At 14.7%, unemployment is notably high. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Christine is $90,800, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Christine enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Christine has a population of 323 with a density of 188 people per square mile. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (31%), with 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

323
Total Population
188
People / sq mi
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.4%
Female 57.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Christine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only29.4%
63% below US avg
Spanish70.6%
427% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Christine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Christine is $43,958, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 14.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Christine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,958
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,137
Avg Weekly Wage$1,220
IRS Avg AGI$61,467

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.7%
308% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)942
County GDP$4,830M

Business (County)

Restaurants83
Healthcare79
Retail130
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,902
69% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.0 min
Drive Alone83.0%
Public Transit13.4%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Christine is $90,800, 68% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,800
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.8%
Housing Units125
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,902
69% above US avg
Effective Rate6.50%
In Christine, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.8% of residents lack health insurance. 11.0% are current smokers. 19.5% report depression. 31.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.1%
25% above US avg
Diabetes13.1%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma8.6%
COPD4.3%
Cancer4.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.0%
21% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity31.7%
Depression19.5%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep37.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.8%
Uninsured26.8%
212% above US avg
Primary Care1:4,994
Dentists1:2,119
Mental Health1:1,523
Checkup Rate72.1%
Dental Visits51.4%
Premature Death10,228/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access45.3%
Healthcare Facilities79
Christine has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.5 inches. The area enjoys 300 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

53°F Jan (11°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average70.3°F
30% above US avg
January Average53°F (11°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.5 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall0.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation326 ft (99 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density188/sq mi
Coordinates28.7862°N, 98.4977°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyAtascosa County County
County FIPS48013
Christine is located in Atascosa County County. It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.3-point margin. 76.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.3%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+69.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density188/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi
CountyAtascosa County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities79
Restaurants83
Retail Stores130

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.0 min
Drive Alone83.0%
Public Transit13.4%
Work from Home0.0%

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