Commerce, TX
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Commerce, TX
At a Glance
How Commerce Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Commerce's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Commerce a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Commerce residents earn a median household income of $43,051 , which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,673. The unemployment rate stands at 4.2% (17% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 19.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 110 business establishments, including 4 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Commerce is $124,800 , 56% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $216,822. Median rent is $902/month, with 31.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1976.
Safety & Crime
Commerce reports 427 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 12% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,167/100K.
Education
25.7% of adults in Commerce hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% below the national average). 83.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Commerce has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.6 inches.