Corrigan, TX

Texas

Corrigan is a small town in Texas with a population of 2,218. Residents earn $43,352 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
2,218 Population 964/sq mi density
$43,352 Median Income $21,230 per capita
$107,400 Home Value $145,730 Zillow
$702 Median Rent
69°F Avg Temperature
324 Violent Crime/100K 2,790 property/100K
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$43,352 median income, 10.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$107,400 home value, $702/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
324 violent crimes/100K (15% below avg)
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,352
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $107,400
62% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 324/100K
15% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.5%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $702
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.2%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.2%
183% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.3%
72% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,218
Median Age33.7 yrs
Density964/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 53%

Economy

D
Median Income$43,352
Per Capita$21,230
Unemployment10.2%
Poverty21.3%
County GDP$1,866M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$107,400
Rent$702
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$145,730

Crime

F
Violent324/100K
Property2,790/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault324/100K
Burglary1,168/100K

Health

Obesity42.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Elevation233 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.5%
High School+74.6%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute35 min
Libraries3

Is Corrigan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Corrigan receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Corrigan has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Corrigan is $43,352, 42% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.2%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 21.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Corrigan is $107,400, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $702 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Corrigan is below the national average at 324 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,790 per 100,000, 42% above the national average.

Education

7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Corrigan enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Corrigan has a population of 2,218 with a density of 964 people per square mile. The median age is 33.7 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (52.8%), with 25.5% Black.

Population

2,218
Total Population
964
People / sq mi
33.7yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Corrigan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.5%
0% below US avg
Spanish21.5%
60% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Corrigan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Corrigan is $43,352, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Corrigan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,352
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,230
Avg Weekly Wage$978
IRS Avg AGI$71,836

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.2%
183% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.3%
72% above US avg
Establishments (County)958
County GDP$1,866M

Business (County)

Restaurants84
Healthcare93
Retail151
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,442
84% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.6 min
Work from Home8.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Corrigan is $107,400, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $702 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $145,730.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$107,400
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$145,730

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$702
40% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied39.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,442
84% above US avg
Effective Rate6.00%
In Corrigan, 42.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.2% report depression. 36.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.2%
31% above US avg
Diabetes15.1%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure38.9%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.8%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity36.4%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress16.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate71.4%
Checkup Rate74.1%
Premature Death13,398/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access29.2%
Healthcare Facilities93
Corrigan has a violent crime rate of 324 per 100,000 residents, 15% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,790 per 100,000 (42% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent324.5/100K
15% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault324.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,790.4/100K
42% above US avg
Burglary1,168.1/100K
Theft1,492.5/100K
Vehicle Theft129.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Corrigan has an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average68.6°F
27% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation233 ft (71 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²)
Population Density964/sq mi
Coordinates30.9988°N, 94.8275°W
County FIPS48373
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.1%
D 20.2%

Winner: Republican by 58.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.5%
78% below US avg
High School+74.6%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density964/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities93
Restaurants84
Retail Stores151

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disaster Declarations182
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.6 min
Work from Home8.1%

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