Clarendon, TX

Texas

Clarendon is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,789. Residents earn $54,441 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,789 Population 598/sq mi density
$54,441 Median Income $22,203 per capita
$93,700 Home Value
$713 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$54,441 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$93,700 home value, $713/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,441
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $93,700
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.8%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $713
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,789
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density598/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 83%

Economy

A
Median Income$54,441
Per Capita$22,203
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.5%
County GDP$173M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$93,700
Rent$713
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain22.7 in/yr
Elevation2,745 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.8%
High School+81.5%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 10%
Commute14 min
Libraries1

Is Clarendon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clarendon receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Clarendon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clarendon is $54,441, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clarendon is $93,700, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $713 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Clarendon enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Clarendon has a population of 1,789 with a density of 598 people per square mile. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.9%), with 9.9% Black.

Population

1,789
Total Population
598
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Clarendon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.5%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.5%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Clarendon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clarendon is $54,441, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Clarendon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,441
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,203
Avg Weekly Wage$753
IRS Avg AGI$47,122

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg
Establishments (County)123
County GDP$173M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare8
Retail14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,133
10% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.4 min
Work from Home10.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Clarendon is $93,700, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $713 (39% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$93,700
67% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$713
39% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,133
10% below US avg
Effective Rate3.34%
In Clarendon, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.3% report depression. 27.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.9%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.7%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity27.7%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.2%
Checkup Rate72.2%
Premature Death10,599/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access79.1%
Healthcare Facilities8

Crime Rates: Clarendon vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Clarendon has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average59.2°F
10% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.7 inches
40% below US avg
Snowfall3.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,745 ft (837 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.7 km²)
Population Density598/sq mi
Coordinates34.9369°N, 100.8921°W
County FIPS48129
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 78.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 88.3%
D 10.2%

Winner: Republican by 78.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.8%
47% below US avg
High School+81.5%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density598/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants8
Retail Stores14

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.4 min
Work from Home10.0%

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