Texas · Metropolitan Area
Corpus Christi is a large city in Texas with a population of 317,383. Residents earn $66,325 per year, which is 12% below the national average.
Based on current data, Corpus Christi receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, high obesity rates. Corpus Christi offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Corpus Christi is $66,325, 12% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
The median home value in Corpus Christi is $197,100, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,230 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 656 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,420 per 100,000, 126% above the national average.
24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Corpus Christi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 312 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 66.7% |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 33.3% |
| 149% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $66,325 |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $33,579 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,163 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,680 |
| Unemployment | 3.3% |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 13.1% |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 8,568 |
| County GDP | $27,852M |
| Restaurants | 982 |
| Healthcare | 1,105 |
| Retail | 1,058 |
| Manufacturing | 167 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,321 |
| 138% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.22% |
| Commute Time | 20.8 min |
| Work from Home | 4.8% |
| Census Median | $197,100 |
| 30% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $220,110 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,230 |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,433 |
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
| Owner-Occupied | 57.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,321 |
| 138% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.22% |
| Obesity | 40.0% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 14.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.1% |
| Asthma | 9.5% |
| COPD | 5.7% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.5% |
| Depression | 20.7% |
| Mental Distress | 17.2% |
| Physical Distress | 14.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 81.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 73.1% |
| Premature Death | 10,927/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 92.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,105 |
| Total Violent | 656.0/100K |
| 73% above US avg | |
| Murder | 8.5/100K |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Rape | 87.7/100K |
| Robbery | 118.1/100K |
| Assault | 441.7/100K |
| Total Property | 4,420.3/100K |
| 126% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 725.5/100K |
| Theft | 3,519.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 175.8/100K |
| Arson | 15.7/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 38 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 73.5°F |
| 36% above US avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 312 days/yr |
| Annual Rainfall | 29.5 inches |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Area | 166.4 sq mi (431.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,907/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 27.7543°N, 97.1734°W |
| County FIPS | 48355 |
Winner: Republican by 11.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 24.3% |
| 28% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 85.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.10 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 1,907/sq mi |
| Total Area | 166.4 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 39 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 48 |
| Public Libraries | 10 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,105 |
| Restaurants | 982 |
| Retail Stores | 1,058 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 38 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 20.8 min |
| Work from Home | 4.8% |