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Coffee City, TX

Texas · Smith County · Tyler Metro

Coffee City is a small town in Texas with a population of 283. Residents earn $51,447 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
283 Population 147/sq mi density
$51,447 Median Income $40,294 per capita
$218,800 Home Value $200,785 Zillow
$1,423 Median Rent 29.6% income on rent
67°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$51,447 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$218,800 home value, $1,423/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,447
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $218,800
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.2%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,423
22% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.0%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population283
Median Age62.3 yrs
Density147/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 57%
Veterans15.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$51,447
Per Capita$40,294
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$16,657M
Commute31 min

Housing

A
Home Value$218,800
Rent$1,423
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$200,785
Housing Units189
Rent Burden29.6%

Health

Obesity36.0%
Uninsured12.7%
Smoking14.2%
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain47.7 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation360 ft (110 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.2%
High School+93.1%
Graduate+6.6%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute31 min
Broadband72.7%
Libraries6

Is Coffee City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Coffee City receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Coffee City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Coffee City is $51,447, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Coffee City is $218,800, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,423 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Coffee City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Coffee City has a population of 283 with a density of 147 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles. The median age is 62.3 years, 60% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 45.2% female and 54.8% male. The city is predominantly White (56.9%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 30% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.6% of residents. 15.9% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 19.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 79.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

283
Total Population
147
People / sq mi
62.3yrs
Median Age
60% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.8%
Female 45.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Coffee City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Coffee City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Coffee City is $51,447, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,294. The average weekly wage is $1,105, 23% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 6,931 business establishments, including 536 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes. 8.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Coffee City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,447
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,294
Avg Weekly Wage$1,105
IRS Avg AGI$83,327

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.0%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,931
County GDP$16,657M

Business (County)

Restaurants536
Healthcare690
Retail868
Manufacturing184

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,835
124% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.1 min
Drive Alone73.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Coffee City is $218,800, 22% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $200,785. Monthly rent averages $1,423 (22% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 189 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1987. The average annual property tax is $7,835 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 29.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$218,800
22% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$200,785

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,423
22% above US avg
Rent Burden29.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.7%
Housing Units189
Median Year Built1987

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,835
124% above US avg
Effective Rate3.58%
In Coffee City, 36.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.2% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.3% of residents. 35.5% have high blood pressure. 14.2% are current smokers. 17.9% report binge drinking. 25.5% are physically inactive. 22.5% report depression. 18.7% experience frequent mental distress. 12.7% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,014. The dentist ratio is 1:1,551. 69.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.4 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Coffee City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure35.5%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.7%
Cancer6.2%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.2%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep40.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.8%
Uninsured12.7%
48% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,014
Dentists1:1,551
Mental Health1:540
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits55.5%
Premature Death9,375/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access69.0%
Healthcare Facilities690
Coffee City enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 308 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 360 feet.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average66.5°F
23% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.7 inches
25% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation360 ft (110 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (5.0 km²)
Population Density147/sq mi
Coordinates32.1282°N, 95.4724°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountySmith County County
County FIPS48423

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 48°F (9°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 50°F (10°C) 3.2 in
March 58°F (14°C) 3.8 in
April 65°F (18°C) 4.1 in
May 72°F (22°C) 4.8 in Wettest
June 79°F (26°C) 3.8 in
July 83°F (29°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 83°F (28°C) 2.1 in Driest
September 77°F (25°C) 3.7 in
October 67°F (20°C) 3.9 in
November 57°F (14°C) 3.7 in
December 49°F (10°C) 3.6 in

Coffee City has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F — from 48°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.8") and August the driest (2.1").

Coffee City is located in Smith County. It is classified as Metro — under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 21.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 37% below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. 6.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 72.1% of the vote, a 45.1-point margin. 72.7% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). There are 6 public libraries serving the community. 690 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 73.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.1%
D 27%

Winner: Republican by 45.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.2%
37% below US avg
High School+93.1%
Graduate Degree+6.6%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density147/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi
CountySmith County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.7%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities690
Restaurants536
Retail Stores868

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.1 min
Drive Alone73.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.6%

Frequently Asked Questions About Coffee City

What is the population of Coffee City?

Coffee City has a population of 283 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 147 people per square mile, spread across 1.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 62.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 45.2% female and 54.8% male.

Is Coffee City expensive to live in?

Coffee City has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $51,447, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $218,800 (22% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,423 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Coffee City?

Coffee City enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 48°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Coffee City?

The job market in Coffee City is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.8% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,105. There are 6,931 business establishments in the area, including 536 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 31 minutes, and 8.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Coffee City?

The median home value in Coffee City is $218,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $200,785. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,423. Fair market rent is $935 for a 1-bedroom and $1,149 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The average annual property tax is $7,835.

How are the schools in Coffee City?

Schools in Coffee City score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 21.2% of adults in Coffee City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. 6.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Coffee City?

The obesity rate in Coffee City is 36.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.2% of adults are smokers. 25.5% are physically inactive. 22.5% of residents report depression. 12.7% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 69.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,014.

What is transportation like in Coffee City?

The average commute in Coffee City is 31 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 73.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 8.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Coffee City?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Coffee City is 56.9% White, 30% Black or African American, 2.1% Hispanic or Latino. 99.6% of residents speak only English at home. 15.9% of the population are military veterans. 19.0% of residents have a disability. 79.8% have health insurance coverage.

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