Cleveland, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Cleveland is a small city in Texas with a population of 8,137. Residents earn $54,888 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
8,137 Population 433/sq mi density
$54,888 Median Income $22,031 per capita
$153,200 Home Value $226,089 Zillow
$928 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
972 Violent Crime/100K 9,296 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$54,888 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$153,200 home value, $928/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
972 violent crimes/100K (156% above avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,888
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $153,200
46% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 972/100K
156% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.4%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $928
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.5%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.8%
27% higher than US avg

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

People

Population8,137
Median Age31.5 yrs
Density433/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 45%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,888
Per Capita$22,031
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty15.8%
County GDP$523M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$153,200
Rent$928
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$226,089

Crime

F
Violent972/100K
Property9,296/100K
Murder13.0/100K
Assault635/100K
Burglary998/100K

Health

Obesity42.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain55.5 in/yr
Elevation151 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.4%
High School+81.2%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute35 min
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Cleveland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cleveland receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Cleveland has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cleveland is $54,888, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. The poverty rate of 15.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cleveland is $153,200, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $928 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 972 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 9,296 per 100,000, 374% above the national average.

Education

10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Cleveland enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Cleveland has a population of 8,137 with a density of 433 people per square mile. The median age is 31.5 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (45%), with 28.7% Black.

Population

8,137
Total Population
433
People / sq mi
31.5yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
18.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.7%
Female 41.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Cleveland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only73.5%
6% below US avg
Spanish26.5%
98% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Cleveland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cleveland is $54,888, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Cleveland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,888
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,031
Avg Weekly Wage$877
IRS Avg AGI$65,578

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.8%
27% above US avg
Establishments (County)299
County GDP$523M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare18
Retail34
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,439
84% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.5 min
Work from Home9.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Cleveland is $153,200, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $928 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $226,089.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$153,200
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$226,089
Median List Price$265,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$265,900
$/Sq Ft$141
Homes Sold8
Sale-to-List Ratio97.6%
Price Drops39.6%
Inventory96

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$928
20% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,613

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,439
84% above US avg
Effective Rate4.20%
In Cleveland, 42.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 36.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.5%
32% above US avg
Diabetes15.4%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure38.7%
Asthma10.9%
COPD8.6%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity36.9%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress16.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.2%
Checkup Rate72.5%
Premature Death12,991/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access68.1%
Healthcare Facilities18
Cleveland has a violent crime rate of 972 per 100,000 residents, 156% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 9,296 per 100,000 (374% above US avg). The murder rate is 13.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent972.4/100K
156% above US avg
Murder13.0/100K
106% above US avg
Rape155.6/100K
Robbery168.6/100K
Assault635.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property9,296.0/100K
374% above US avg
Burglary998.3/100K
Theft7,792.0/100K
Vehicle Theft505.6/100K
Arson64.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disasters273

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Cleveland has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.6°F
23% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.5 inches
46% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation151 ft (46 m)
Area18.8 sq mi (48.7 km²)
Population Density433/sq mi
Coordinates30.3382°N, 95.0903°W
County FIPS48407
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.3%
D 17%

Winner: Republican by 65.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.4%
69% below US avg
High School+81.2%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density433/sq mi
Total Area18.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants20
Retail Stores34

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disaster Declarations273
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.5 min
Work from Home9.9%

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