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Commerce, TX

Texas · Delta County

Commerce is a small city in Texas with a population of 9,211. Residents earn $43,051 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
9,211 Population 1,107/sq mi density
$43,051 Median Income $20,673 per capita
$124,800 Home Value $210,671 Zillow
$902 Median Rent 31.2% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
348 Violent Crime/100K 3,003 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$43,051 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$124,800 home value, $902/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
348 violent crimes/100K (8% below avg)
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $43,051
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $124,800
56% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 348/100K
8% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.7%
24% lower than US avg
Median Rent $902
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.2%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.4%
56% higher than US avg

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

People

Population9,211
Median Age23.7 yrs
Density1,107/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 58%
Veterans6.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$43,051
Per Capita$20,673
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty19.4%
County GDP$179M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$124,800
Rent$902
Ownership40.0%
Zillow$210,671
Housing Units3,435
Rent Burden31.2%

Crime

F
Violent348/100K
Property3,003/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault216/100K
Burglary1,165/100K

Health

Obesity42.2%
Uninsured16.7%
Smoking19.4%
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain46.5 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation532 ft (162 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.7%
High School+83.0%
Graduate+11.4%
School Score4.94

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 15%
Commute20 min
Broadband85.3%
EV Stations1

Is Commerce a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Commerce receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Commerce offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Commerce is $43,051, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. The poverty rate of 19.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Commerce is $124,800, 56% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $902 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Commerce is below the national average at 348 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,003 per 100,000, 53% above the national average.

Education

25.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Commerce enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Commerce has a population of 9,211 with a density of 1,107 people per square mile, spread across 8.0 square miles. The median age is 23.7 years, 39% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.7% female and 46.3% male. The city is predominantly White (57.6%), with 2.4% Hispanic, 17.8% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 83.2% of residents, while 16.8% speak Spanish. 6.7% of the population are veterans. 12.9% of residents have a disability. 85.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

9,211
Total Population
1,107
People / sq mi
23.7yrs
Median Age
39% below US avg
8.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%
Female 53.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Commerce vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 83.2%
6% above US avg
Spanish 16.8%
25% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Commerce vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Commerce is $43,051, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,673 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $817, 43% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.4% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 110 business establishments, including 4 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 7.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Commerce vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,051
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,673
Avg Weekly Wage$817
IRS Avg AGI$56,862
Gini Index0.447 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.4%
56% above US avg
Establishments (County)110
County GDP$179M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Healthcare4
Retail10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,933
41% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.6 min
Drive Alone69.7%
Public Transit0.1%
Work from Home7.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Commerce is $124,800, 56% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $210,671, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 95.9% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $902 (22% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. 40.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 3,435 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1976. The average annual property tax is $4,933 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 31.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$124,800
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$210,671
Median List Price$249,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$249,000
$/Sq Ft$109
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio95.9%
Price Drops16.7%
Inventory48

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$902
22% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,135
Rent Burden31.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership40.0%
Owner-Occupied40.0%
Renter-Occupied60.0%
Housing Units3,435
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,933
41% above US avg
Effective Rate3.95%
In Commerce, 42.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 14.5% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.0% of residents, above the national average. 39.2% have high blood pressure. 19.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 15.7% report binge drinking. 32.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 24.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 21.4% experience frequent mental distress. 16.7% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). 61.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.8 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.2%
31% above US avg
Diabetes14.5%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure39.2%
Asthma11.7%
COPD9.0%
Cancer6.4%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.4%
39% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity32.8%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress16.4%
Short Sleep42.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.3%
Uninsured16.7%
94% above US avg
Mental Health1:1,840
Checkup Rate74.4%
Dental Visits47.5%
Premature Death13,605/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access61.2%
Healthcare Facilities4
Commerce has a violent crime rate of 348 per 100,000 residents, 8% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 216.2 per 100,000, robbery at 72.1, rape at 60.1. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 3,003 per 100,000, 53% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,766, burglary at 1,165, vehicle theft at 72 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 1 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Commerce receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent348.4/100K
8% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape60.1/100K
Robbery72.1/100K
Assault216.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,003.4/100K
53% above US avg
Burglary1,165.3/100K
Theft1,766.0/100K
Vehicle Theft72.1/100K
Arson24.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Commerce enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 84°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 46.5 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 532 feet.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average64.9°F
20% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation532 ft (162 m)
Area8.0 sq mi (20.7 km²)
Population Density1,107/sq mi
Coordinates33.2410°N, 95.8989°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyDelta County County
Nearest AirportMount Pleasant Regional (MPS)
55 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.5"
22% above US avg
Wettest Month (May) 5.59"
Driest Month (Aug) 2.17"

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score8.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability51.4 / 100
Community Resilience60.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Very Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Very Low
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Very Low
Lightning Very Low
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Very Low
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

84 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M3.1 on Aug 29, 2024.

May 7, 2015 5 km N of Venus, Texas M4.0 141 km
Jan 7, 2015 6 km NE of Irving, Texas M3.6 102 km
Mar 4, 2013 5 km S of Tishomingo, Oklahoma M3.5 128 km
Jan 6, 2015 4 km ENE of Irving, Texas M3.5 104 km
Apr 28, 2013 4 km NNW of Oakland, Oklahoma M3.5 130 km
Sep 30, 2012 4 km NW of Irving, Texas M3.4 110 km
Oct 20, 2002 8 km WSW of Lane, Oklahoma M3.4 116 km
Sep 23, 2013 4 km WNW of Marietta, Oklahoma M3.4 141 km
May 19, 2018 8 km NW of Venus, Texas M3.4 146 km
May 31, 1997 3 km ESE of Neylandville, Texas M3.4 9 km
May 18, 2015 5 km N of Irving, Texas M3.3 107 km
Sep 25, 2010 5 km ENE of Madill, Oklahoma M3.3 123 km
Apr 2, 2015 5 km NNE of Irving, Texas M3.3 106 km
May 16, 2009 5 km NNW of Grand Prairie, Texas M3.3 115 km
May 1, 2024 7 km S of Mansfield, Texas M3.2 143 km
May 3, 2015 4 km N of Irving, Texas M3.2 107 km
Jun 24, 2013 6 km W of Lehigh, Oklahoma M3.2 141 km
Sep 23, 2013 2 km NNE of Marietta, Oklahoma M3.2 137 km
May 27, 2013 5 km SSW of Bee, Oklahoma M3.2 113 km
Jan 7, 2015 4 km NE of Irving, Texas M3.1 104 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Laura (2020, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Laura Category 2 296 km
2008 Ike Category 1 256 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

634 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 57 fatalities, 1,545 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Nov 4, 2022 EF4 68 km 0
Nov 4, 2022 EF4 42 km 0
Dec 26, 2015 EF4 81 km 10
Apr 2, 1982 EF4 52 km 10
May 13, 1981 EF4 62 km 0
May 4, 1960 EF4 89 km 0
Apr 2, 1957 EF4 91 km 3
May 25, 2024 EF3 81 km 0
Apr 30, 2019 EF3 86 km 2
Apr 29, 2017 EF3 94 km 2
May 9, 2016 EF3 81 km 0
May 25, 2015 EF3 89 km 1
May 10, 2015 EF3 96 km 2
Apr 3, 2012 EF3 76 km 0
May 9, 2006 EF3 60 km 3
May 4, 1999 EF3 68 km 1
Dec 13, 1984 EF3 90 km 0
Apr 2, 1982 EF3 92 km 0
Apr 2, 1982 EF3 92 km 1
Apr 2, 1982 EF3 56 km 1
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

6 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: ACHILLE (4,958 ac, 2005).

Year Name Acres Distance
2005 ACHILLE 4,958 82 km
2003 POPS 4,475 89 km
2006 UNNAMED 1,634 14 km
2006 COOPER LAKE 1,224 11 km
2005 MAPLE CREEK 1,223 91 km
2006 UNNAMED 1,133 95 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 47°F (8°C) 3.2 in
March 55°F (13°C) 3.9 in
April 63°F (17°C) 4.0 in
May 71°F (21°C) 5.6 in Wettest
June 78°F (26°C) 4.1 in
July 84°F (29°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 82°F (28°C) 2.2 in Driest
September 76°F (24°C) 4.2 in
October 65°F (18°C) 4.5 in
November 54°F (12°C) 3.7 in
December 45°F (7°C) 3.3 in

Commerce has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 45°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.6") and August the driest (2.2").

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Commerce is located in Delta County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 25.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 24% below the national average of 33.7%. 83.0% have completed high school. 11.4% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 84.7% of the vote, a 69.7-point margin. 85.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. 4 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 69.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.7%
D 14.9%

Winner: Republican by 69.7 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.7%
24% below US avg
High School+83.0%
Graduate Degree+11.4%
School Test Score4.94
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,107/sq mi
Total Area8.0 sq mi
CountyDelta County County

Services

Broadband Access85.3%
Avg Download Speed28.5 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed2.4 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants4
Retail Stores10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.6 min
Drive Alone69.7%
Public Transit0.1%
Work from Home7.9%
Average costs for common services in Commerce. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $243 ($146–$388)
Specialist Visit $340 ($194–$534)
Urgent Care Visit $194 ($97–$340)
Emergency Room Visit $2,136 ($777–$4,855)
Dental Cleaning $126 ($73–$194)
Dental Filling $243 ($146–$388)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $44 ($24–$73)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $73 ($49–$117)
Brake Pad Replacement $291 ($146–$486)
Tire Rotation $39 ($19–$73)
New Tires (Set of 4) $583 ($388–$971)
Battery Replacement $194 ($97–$340)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $97 ($58–$146)
Electrician (Per Hour) $87 ($49–$136)
HVAC Repair $388 ($146–$777)
HVAC System Install $6,797 ($3,884–$11,652)
Roof Repair $971 ($388–$1,942)
Roof Replacement $8,739 ($5,341–$14,565)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,457 ($486–$3,399)
Divorce (Contested) $14,565 ($4,855–$29,130)
DUI Defense $4,855 ($1,942–$9,710)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,457 ($777–$2,913)
Will Preparation $486 ($194–$971)
Trust Preparation $2,428 ($971–$4,855)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut $53 ($29–$97)
Hair Coloring (Full) $146 ($73–$243)
Manicure $24 ($15–$44)
Pedicure $39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour) $78 ($49–$126)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.98 ($2.91–$5.34)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.40 ($2.43–$4.86)
Loaf of Bread $3.69 ($2.43–$5.34)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.37 ($2.91–$6.31)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.34 ($3.88–$7.28)
Rice (per lb) $0.97 ($0.58–$1.75)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $136 ($78–$243)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $68 ($29–$146)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $68 ($39–$117)
Internet (Monthly) $68 ($39–$97)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $63 ($29–$97)
Cable TV (Monthly) $83 ($49–$146)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $194 ($73–$486)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,942 ($1,165–$3,399)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $68 ($29–$126)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($7.77–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $97 ($29–$243)
Driver's License Renewal $29 ($15–$73)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,165 ($583–$2,428)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $971 ($486–$1,942)
After-School Care (Monthly) $388 ($194–$680)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $49 ($24–$97)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $971 ($388–$2,428)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,138 ($4,855–$29,130)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $58 ($29–$97)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $97 ($49–$194)
Dog Grooming $58 ($29–$97)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $39 ($19–$73)
Dog Spay/Neuter $291 ($146–$486)
Cat Spay/Neuter $194 ($97–$388)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$524
Toddler$494
Preschool$485
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$481
Toddler$459
Preschool$455
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Delta County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 278 12 $22,838 2.03
Agriculture & Forestry 56 14 $53,100 7.23
Accommodation & Food Services 41 6 $23,156 0.47
Retail Trade 39 8 $29,682 0.41
Wholesale Trade 6 4 $88,743 0.16

Colleges & Universities in Commerce

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Texas A & M University-Commerce Public · Graduate 14,047 92.6% $10,026 $22,626

Schools in Commerce

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
COMMERCE H S High 465 39 11.9:1
COMMERCE EL Elementary 400 25 16.0:1
COMMERCE MIDDLE Middle 331 29 11.4:1
ALBERT C WILLIAMS EL Elementary 321 25 12.8:1
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Radio Stations near Commerce

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near Commerce

2 campgrounds found near Commerce.

NameRatingSitesPrice
West Lake Davy Crockett 5.0/5 1 $10
Coffee Mill 3.7/5 1 $10

National Parks Near Commerce

10 national parks and monuments found near Commerce.

ParkTypeFee
Bonham State Park State Park Free
Boswell State Park State Park Free
Eisenhower State Park State Park Free
Hugo Lake State Park State Park Free
Lake Bob Sandlin State Park State Park Free
Lake Tawakoni State Park State Park Free
Lake Texoma State Resort Park State Park Free
Purtis Creek State Park State Park Free
Raymond Gary State Park State Park Free
Tyler State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Commerce

3 trails found near Commerce.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
BOIS D' ARC 1 6.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BOIS D' ARC 2 4.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BOIS D' ARC 3A SHORTCUT 1.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes

Museums in Commerce

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
AUDIE MURPHY AMERICAN COTTON MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM600 INTERSTATE 30 FRONTAGE ROAD9034504502$159,710
AUDIE L. MURPHY GUN MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9034541990
CLARA SLOUGH MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9033950539
HUNT COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM-ENDE-GAILLARD HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION600 INTERSTATE HIGHWAY 309034504502
NORTHEAST TEXAS CHILDREN'S MUSEUMCHILDREN'S MUSEUM9038866055
PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM9034688650
WOLFE CITY HISTORICAL FOUNDATIONHISTORY MUSEUM210 S SANTA FE STREET9034962331

Libraries in Commerce

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
W WALWORTH HARRISON PUBLIC LIBRARY1 LOU FINNEY BLVD0.0116,387
COMMERCE PUBLIC LIBRARY1210 PARK ST0.015,969
LONE OAK AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY102 JONES ST0.014,182
WOLFE CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY203 E WILLIAMS ST0.05,667

Farmers Markets in Commerce

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Farmers Market - Greenville, TX Market Square, East Lee Street at Bois d'ArcVisit

Hotels in Commerce

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lion's Den Extended Stay
Magnuson Hotel

Restaurants in Commerce

12 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dining Services
Dos Laredos Tex-Mex
Lone Star Eatery - Grill & Bar
Los Mochis Mexican Restaurant
Luigi's Italian Cafe
Maria’s Kitchen
McKay's Country Kitchen
Pizza Hut
Sol Azteca Taqueria y Mas
Texas Cafe Diner Commerce
The Lion's Lair
The Lion's Mane Cafe

Cafes in Commerce

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ibasho Sushi
Mugs on the Square
Starbucks
Starbucks

Clinics in Commerce

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hunt Regional Emergency Medical Center at Commerce

Dentists in Commerce

3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Commerce Family Dental
Family Smiles of Commerce
Sonria Dentista of Commerce

Veterinaries in Commerce

2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Commerce Veterinary Clinic
Sulphur River Veterinary Clinic

Gas Stations in Commerce

8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Brookshire's Gas
Exxon
Exxon
Exxon
Exxon
Shell
Valero
Valero

Banks in Commerce

5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alliance Bank
Chase
Cypress Bank
Guaranty Bank & Trust
Inwood National Bank

Gyms in Commerce

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anytime Fitness

Nursing Homes in Commerce

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
OAK MANOR NURSING AND REHABILITATION LP
2901 STERLING HART DR
For profit - Corporation 116 46 4/5 2/5 3/5 9038862510

Pharmacies in Commerce

3 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
BROOKSHIRES - 052 1603 CULVER STREET 903-886-2867
TOTAL CARE PHARMACY 2210 LIVE OAK STREET 903-886-8888
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 240 2701 STATE HIGHWAY 50 903-886-7732

Cell Towers in Commerce

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
5837 I-30 EAST (77799)GTOWER143
0.65 MILE W OF SAXLE ON SHELBY AVE. 1 MILE WTOWER110
311 COUNTY ROAD 1060 (77810)GTOWER95

Fire Stations in Commerce

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Commerce Fire Department1103 Sycamore STMostly volunteer903-886-1147

Bridges in Commerce

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete1950319,954F
CulvertConcrete2002439,239G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20022046,100F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20163005,695G
CulvertConcrete1930285,695F
CulvertConcrete2002365,639G
CulvertConcrete1937285,639G
CulvertConcrete2002365,639G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19842505,197G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19846405,197G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20161505,190G
CulvertConcrete1967405,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20183005,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19842504,757G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19846404,757G
CulvertConcrete1975384,162F
CulvertConcrete1975224,162F
CulvertConcrete1975234,035G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19961,1003,725G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20022043,010G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20026702,839G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20024402,839G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20027572,839F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20027612,800F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20026702,800G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20024402,800G
CulvertConcrete1959222,327G
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete19592432,327F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete19591222,327F
CulvertConcrete1959442,176G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19753001,830F
CulvertConcrete1966251,728G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19377921,274F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete19751201,221F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete19801211,092F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete19772001,023F
CulvertConcrete1977251,023F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete1958160880F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199665628F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete197161437G
CulvertConcrete195026394F
CulvertConcrete196726350G
CulvertConcrete195125345G
CulvertConcrete196321305F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete1963280305P
CulvertConcrete197129210G
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete197161210F
SlabConcrete1951125193F
SlabConcrete1960150188F
CulvertConcrete196023188F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel202239135G
SlabConcrete195575123F
SlabConcrete1955125123F
SlabPrestressed concrete20174590G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19995930G

Airports Near Commerce

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cox FieldPRXMedium Airport
Durant Regional Airport - Eaker FieldDUAMedium Airport
Van Zandt County Regional AirportMedium Airport
6B AirfieldSmall Airport
Adams FieldSmall Airport
Airpark East AirportSmall Airport
Alpha Whisky AirstripSmall Airport
Ambia Farm AirportSmall Airport
Baum AirportSmall Airport
Baylie AirportSmall Airport
Bishop FieldSmall Airport
Blue Ridge AirportSmall Airport
Bowen Lake Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Bucker FieldSmall Airport
Burress AirportSmall Airport
Caddo Mills Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Canton Hackney AirportSmall Airport
Card AerodromeSmall Airport
Casey FieldSmall Airport
Chuckster AirportSmall Airport
Claasen AirportSmall Airport
Commerce Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Creekside Air ParkSmall Airport
Davidson Farms AirportSmall Airport
Delva Field AirportSmall Airport
Dennis's Flying Farm AirportSmall Airport
Embarcadero AirportSmall Airport
Erco FieldSmall Airport
Fly 1 On AirportSmall Airport
Fly-N-Ski AirportSmall Airport
Flyers FieldSmall Airport
Flying 'T' Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying B AirportSmall Airport
Flying G AirportSmall Airport
Flying H FieldSmall Airport
Flying M AirportSmall Airport
Flying T Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Flying Tigers AirportSmall Airport
Foggy Bottom AirportSmall Airport
Fordlane Flyers AirportSmall Airport
Forest Hill AirportSmall Airport
Franklin County AirportSmall Airport
Garden Valley AirportSmall Airport
Glenmar AirportSmall Airport
Goaround AirportSmall Airport
Goggans AirfieldSmall Airport
Goode FieldSmall Airport
Grove Hill AirportSmall Airport
Harrison FieldSmall Airport
Hawk Ranch AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Commerce

2 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Commerce Police Department1103 Sycamore Street
University Police Department1901 Monroe Street

Grocery Stores in Commerce

9 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
BRAUM'S 101Other1589 Hwy 50
BROOKSHIRE 52Supermarket1603 Culver St
CVS PHARMACY #10505 10505Other2710 HIGHWAY 24
DOLLAR GENERAL 2701Other1203 Live Oak St
DOLLAR GENERAL 3678Other1000 Culver St
Dollar Tree 5376Other2218 Live Oak St
Texs T One StopConvenience Store2001 State Highway 11
Walmart SUPERCENTER 240Super Store2701 State Highway 50
Willis Food MartConvenience Store1305 Park St

Post Offices in Commerce

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
United States Post Office1300 Park Street

Treatment Centers in Commerce

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Hunt Regional Outpatient Behav HealthMental Health903-886-2238
Lakes Regional Community CenterBoth903-455-3987

DOL Wage Violations in Commerce

5 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $23,795 in back wages owed to 107 employees.

5
Violations
$23,795
Back Wages Owed
107
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Hope Concrete Hope Concrete LLC 75428 1 $12,272 $173 71
DNJ Learning Center 75428 1 $6,152 $473 13
Omega Biscuits N Eggs 75428 1 $3,688 $194 19
Holiday Lodge 75428 1 $1,193 $398 3
Hunt County 75428 1 $491 $491 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Commerce

15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CHRISTIAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH205 MLK ST
COMMERCE ALLIANCE FOR MINISTRY1709 HIGHWAY 50
COMMERCE BREAD OF LIFE CHURCH OF THE NAZARENEPO BOX 1302
COMMERCE COMMUNITY CHURCH905 COLLEGE ST
CROSS TRAILS CHURCHPO BOX 1070
EPIPHANY EPISCOPAL CHURCHPO BOX 288
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH1101 SYCAMORE ST
FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH FOUNDATION1021 PARK ST
FRIENDS I MINISTRIES1452 FARM ROAD
FULL GOSPEL BUSINESS MENS FELLOW SHIP IN AMERICA6455 COUNTY ROAD 4703
I S I MINISTRIES2400 MAYO ST
INTERNATIONAL CHURCH OF THE FOURSQUARE GOSPEL1401 MOORE ST
PROMISED LAND INTERNATIONAL MINISTRIES2707 BOIS D ARC ST
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC PARISH COMMERCE2207 MONROE ST
TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH1502 MONROE ST

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Historic Markers
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UFO Sightings
4
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Bigfoot Sightings
3
Eyewitness reports filed with the Bigfoot Field Researchers Organization
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Frequently Asked Questions About Commerce

What is the population of Commerce?

Commerce has a population of 9,211 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 1,107 people per square mile, spread across 8.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 23.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.7% female and 46.3% male.

Is Commerce expensive to live in?

Commerce 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 $43,051, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $124,800 (56% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $902 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Commerce safe?

Commerce is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 348 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,003 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Commerce receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Commerce?

Commerce enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Commerce?

The job market in Commerce is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $817. There are 110 business establishments in the area, including 4 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 7.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Commerce?

The median home value in Commerce is $124,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $210,671. For renters, the median monthly rent is $902. Fair market rent is $935 for a 1-bedroom and $1,149 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 40.0%. The average annual property tax is $4,933.

How are the schools in Commerce?

Schools in Commerce have an average test score of 4.9 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 25.7% of adults in Commerce hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.0% have completed high school. 11.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Commerce?

The obesity rate in Commerce is 42.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.4% of adults are smokers. 32.8% are physically inactive. 24.9% of residents report depression. 16.7% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 61.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities.

What is transportation like in Commerce?

The average commute in Commerce is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 69.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Commerce?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Commerce is 57.6% White, 17.8% Black or African American, 2.4% Hispanic or Latino. 83.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 16.8% speak Spanish. 6.7% of the population are military veterans. 12.9% of residents have a disability. 85.3% have health insurance coverage.

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