Crockett, TX

Texas

Crockett is a small city in Texas with a population of 6,318. Residents earn $41,528 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
6,318 Population 714/sq mi density
$41,528 Median Income $28,203 per capita
$119,500 Home Value $175,380 Zillow
$852 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
443 Violent Crime/100K 3,423 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$41,528 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$119,500 home value, $852/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
443 violent crimes/100K (17% above avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,528
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $119,500
58% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 443/100K
17% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.5%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $852
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.5%
17% higher than US avg

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

People

Population6,318
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density714/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 44%

Economy

B
Median Income$41,528
Per Capita$28,203
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty14.5%
County GDP$1,325M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$119,500
Rent$852
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$175,380

Crime

F
Violent443/100K
Property3,423/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault397/100K
Burglary734/100K

Health

Obesity41.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain47.3 in/yr
Elevation359 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.5%
High School+79.5%
School Score4.39

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute21 min
Libraries3

Is Crockett a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Crockett receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Crockett has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Crockett is $41,528, 45% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Crockett is $119,500, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $852 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 443 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,423 per 100,000, 75% above the national average.

Education

15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Crockett enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Crockett has a population of 6,318 with a density of 714 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (43.9%), with 1.7% Hispanic, 39.8% Black.

Population

6,318
Total Population
714
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
8.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45%
Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

Crockett vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.2%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.8%
27% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Crockett vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crockett is $41,528, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Crockett vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,528
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,203
Avg Weekly Wage$1,245
IRS Avg AGI$54,593

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.5%
17% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,024
County GDP$1,325M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare35
Retail64
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,660
62% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.7 min
Work from Home2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Crockett is $119,500, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $852 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $175,380.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$119,500
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$175,380

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$852
27% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$789
1 Bedroom$811
2 Bedrooms$1,015
3 Bedrooms$1,321
4 Bedrooms$1,493

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied47.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,660
62% above US avg
Effective Rate4.74%
In Crockett, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.6% report depression. 36.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.7%
30% above US avg
Diabetes15.8%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure39.9%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.5%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.5%
Physical Inactivity36.4%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress16.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.5%
Checkup Rate75.1%
Premature Death12,868/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access51.3%
Healthcare Facilities35
Crockett has a violent crime rate of 443 per 100,000 residents, 17% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,423 per 100,000 (75% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent443.2/100K
17% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery45.8/100K
Assault397.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,423.0/100K
75% above US avg
Burglary733.5/100K
Theft2,567.2/100K
Vehicle Theft122.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Crockett has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.2°F
23% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.3 inches
25% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation359 ft (109 m)
Area8.9 sq mi (22.9 km²)
Population Density714/sq mi
Coordinates31.3171°N, 95.4566°W
County FIPS48225
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.4%
D 22.1%

Winner: Republican by 55.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.5%
54% below US avg
High School+79.5%
School Test Score4.39
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density714/sq mi
Total Area8.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants38
Retail Stores64

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations182
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.7 min
Work from Home2.2%

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