Corinth, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Corinth is a small city in Texas with a population of 22,868. Residents earn $118,949 per year, which is 58% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
22,868 Population 2,943/sq mi density
$118,949 Median Income $51,849 per capita
$351,200 Home Value $407,529 Zillow
$1,826 Median Rent 33.6% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature
91 Violent Crime/100K 918 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$118,949 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$351,200 home value, $1,826/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
91 violent crimes/100K (76% below avg)
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $118,949
58% higher than US avg
Home Value $351,200
25% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 91/100K
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.6%
29% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,826
57% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.3%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.1%
67% lower than US avg

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

People

Population22,868
Median Age38.7 yrs
Density2,943/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 72%

Economy

A+
Median Income$118,949
Per Capita$51,849
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty4.1%
County GDP$64,329M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$351,200
Rent$1,826
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$407,529
Rent Burden33.6%

Crime

F
Violent91/100K
Property918/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault67/100K
Burglary192/100K

Health

Obesity33.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Elevation611 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.6%
High School+94.3%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute27 min
EV Stations2
Libraries17

Is Corinth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Corinth receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Corinth offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Corinth is $118,949, which is significantly higher than the national average — 58% above $75,149. This places Corinth among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Corinth is $351,200, 25% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,826 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Corinth is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 91 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 918 per 100,000, 53% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Corinth enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Corinth has a population of 22,868 with a density of 2,943 people per square mile. The median age is 38.7 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72%), with 2.3% Hispanic, 8% Black.

Population

22,868
Total Population
2,943
People / sq mi
38.7yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
7.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.6%
Female 45.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Corinth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.9%
11% above US avg
Spanish13.1%
2% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Corinth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Corinth is $118,949, which is 58% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Corinth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$118,949
58% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,849
Avg Weekly Wage$1,262
IRS Avg AGI$116,976

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.1%
67% below US avg
Establishments (County)20,760
County GDP$64,329M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,020
Healthcare2,419
Retail1,991
Manufacturing458

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,186
191% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.9 min
Work from Home14.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Corinth is $351,200, 25% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,826 (57% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $407,529.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$351,200
25% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$407,529
Median List Price$448,680

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$448,680
$/Sq Ft$192
Homes Sold23
Sale-to-List Ratio97.8%
Price Drops21.5%
Inventory65

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,826
57% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,819
Rent Burden33.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,186
191% above US avg
Effective Rate2.90%
In Corinth, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 19.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.3%
4% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma9.8%
COPD4.3%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity19.7%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress10.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.1%
Checkup Rate73.5%
Premature Death5,062/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access94.1%
Healthcare Facilities2,419
Corinth has a violent crime rate of 91 per 100,000 residents, 76% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 918 per 100,000 (53% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent91.3/100K
76% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape14.4/100K
Robbery9.6/100K
Assault67.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property917.8/100K
53% below US avg
Burglary192.2/100K
Theft658.3/100K
Vehicle Theft67.3/100K
Arson4.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Corinth has an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average65.4°F
21% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.4 inches
1% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation611 ft (186 m)
Area7.8 sq mi (20.1 km²)
Population Density2,943/sq mi
Coordinates33.1447°N, 97.0708°W
County FIPS48121
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 43.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.8%
D 42.7%

Winner: Republican by 13.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.6%
29% above US avg
High School+94.3%
School Test Score5.10
A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,943/sq mi
Total Area7.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities2,419
Restaurants2,020
Retail Stores1,991

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.9 min
Work from Home14.4%

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