Clute, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Clute is a small city in Texas with a population of 10,650. Residents earn $66,224 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
10,650 Population 2,002/sq mi density
$66,224 Median Income $38,098 per capita
$251,100 Home Value $183,765 Zillow
$1,223 Median Rent
71°F Avg Temperature
133 Violent Crime/100K 1,433 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$66,224 median income, 6.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$251,100 home value, $1,223/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
133 violent crimes/100K (65% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,224
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $251,100
11% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 133/100K
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.1%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,223
5% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.4%
78% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.4%
32% lower than US avg

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

People

Population10,650
Median Age30.8 yrs
Density2,002/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 49%

Economy

B+
Median Income$66,224
Per Capita$38,098
Unemployment6.4%
Poverty8.4%
County GDP$23,376M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$251,100
Rent$1,223
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$183,765

Crime

F
Violent133/100K
Property1,433/100K
Murder8.9/100K
Assault124/100K
Burglary301/100K

Health

Obesity39.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain45.8 in/yr
Elevation10 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.1%
High School+83.7%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute18 min
EV Stations2
Libraries13

Is Clute a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clute is $66,224, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clute is $251,100, 11% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,223 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Clute is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 133 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,433 per 100,000, 27% below the national average.

Education

17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Clute has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Clute has a population of 10,650 with a density of 2,002 people per square mile. The median age is 30.8 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (49%), with 2.8% Hispanic, 11.5% Black.

Population

10,650
Total Population
2,002
People / sq mi
30.8yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
5.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Clute vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only61.0%
22% below US avg
Spanish39.0%
191% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Clute vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clute is $66,224, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Clute vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,224
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,098
Avg Weekly Wage$1,312
IRS Avg AGI$87,500

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.4%
78% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.4%
32% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,858
County GDP$23,376M

Business (County)

Restaurants727
Healthcare920
Retail892
Manufacturing253

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,186
134% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.4 min
Work from Home1.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Clute is $251,100, 11% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,223 (5% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $183,765.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$251,100
11% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$183,765
Median List Price$312,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$312,000
$/Sq Ft$168
Homes Sold8
Sale-to-List Ratio97.6%
Price Drops31.3%
Inventory32

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,223
5% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$858

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied50.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,186
134% above US avg
Effective Rate3.26%
In Clute, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.9% report depression. 30.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes13.1%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure34.5%
Asthma9.6%
COPD5.6%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity30.8%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate74.6%
Checkup Rate74.1%
Premature Death7,616/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access79.2%
Healthcare Facilities920
Clute has a violent crime rate of 133 per 100,000 residents, 65% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,433 per 100,000 (27% below US avg). The murder rate is 8.9 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent132.7/100K
65% below US avg
Murder8.9/100K
40% above US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault123.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,433.0/100K
27% below US avg
Burglary300.8/100K
Theft1,088.0/100K
Vehicle Theft44.2/100K
Arson8.9/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Clute has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average70.7°F
31% above US avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.8 inches
20% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Area5.3 sq mi (13.8 km²)
Population Density2,002/sq mi
Coordinates29.0259°N, 95.3982°W
County FIPS48039
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.2%
D 39.5%

Winner: Republican by 19.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.1%
49% below US avg
High School+83.7%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,002/sq mi
Total Area5.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities920
Restaurants727
Retail Stores892

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.4 min
Work from Home1.4%

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