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Coolidge, TX

Texas · Limestone County

Coolidge is a small town in Texas with a population of 899. Residents earn $37,350 per year, which is 50% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
899 Population 946/sq mi density
$37,350 Median Income $20,568 per capita
$64,000 Home Value
$780 Median Rent 30.8% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$37,350 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$64,000 home value, $780/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,350
50% lower than US avg
Home Value $64,000
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.9%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $780
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population899
Median Age29.6 yrs
Density946/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 47%
Veterans7.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$37,350
Per Capita$20,568
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$2,179M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$64,000
Rent$780
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units327
Rent Burden30.8%

Health

Obesity41.7%
Uninsured24.5%
Smoking16.4%
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain40.5 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation533 ft (162 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.9%
High School+71.5%
Graduate+5.1%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute24 min
Broadband73.2%
Libraries2

Is Coolidge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Coolidge receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Coolidge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Coolidge is $37,350, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Coolidge is $64,000, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $780 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Coolidge enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Coolidge has a population of 899 with a density of 946 people per square mile. The median age is 29.6 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (47.2%), with 18.8% Black.

Population

899
Total Population
946
People / sq mi
29.6yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.4%
Female 46.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Coolidge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only51.5%
34% below US avg
Spanish48.5%
262% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Coolidge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Coolidge is $37,350, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Coolidge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,350
50% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,568
Avg Weekly Wage$1,274
IRS Avg AGI$57,540

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)405
County GDP$2,179M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare57
Retail75
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,243
50% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Drive Alone93.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Coolidge is $64,000, 77% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $780 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$64,000
77% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$780
33% below US avg
Rent Burden30.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied48.6%
Housing Units327
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,243
50% above US avg
Effective Rate8.19%
In Coolidge, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% of residents lack health insurance. 16.4% are current smokers. 22.3% report depression. 34.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.7%
30% above US avg
Diabetes15.1%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure37.0%
Asthma10.5%
COPD7.1%
Cancer5.5%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.4%
17% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity34.7%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress15.7%
Short Sleep41.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.0%
Uninsured24.5%
185% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,458
Dentists1:2,782
Mental Health1:1,854
Checkup Rate73.4%
Dental Visits48.1%
Premature Death11,929/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access54.2%
Healthcare Facilities57
Coolidge has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.5 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.9°F
22% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.5 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation533 ft (162 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density946/sq mi
Coordinates31.7514°N, 96.6522°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyLimestone County County
County FIPS48293
Coolidge is located in Limestone County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.9-point margin. 73.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.1%
D 21.2%

Winner: Republican by 56.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.9%
47% below US avg
High School+71.5%
Graduate Degree+5.1%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density946/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi
CountyLimestone County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.2%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities57
Restaurants41
Retail Stores75

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Drive Alone93.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

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