Crosbyton, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Crosbyton is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,718. Residents earn $39,000 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,718 Population 814/sq mi density
$39,000 Median Income $34,423 per capita
$58,900 Home Value $75,365 Zillow
$512 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
177 Violent Crime/100K 1,295 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$39,000 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$58,900 home value, $512/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
177 violent crimes/100K (54% below avg)
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,000
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $58,900
79% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 177/100K
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.3%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $512
56% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.4%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.6%
66% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,718
Median Age35.1 yrs
Density814/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 60%

Economy

B
Median Income$39,000
Per Capita$34,423
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty20.6%
County GDP$259M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$58,900
Rent$512
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$75,365

Crime

F
Violent177/100K
Property1,295/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault177/100K
Burglary177/100K

Health

Obesity41.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain21.7 in/yr
Elevation3,008 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.3%
High School+77.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute22 min
Libraries3

Is Crosbyton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Crosbyton receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Crosbyton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Crosbyton is $39,000, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. The poverty rate of 20.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Crosbyton is $58,900, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $512 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Crosbyton is below the national average at 177 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,295 per 100,000, 34% below the national average.

Education

12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Crosbyton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Crosbyton has a population of 1,718 with a density of 814 people per square mile. The median age is 35.1 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (59.5%), with 3.1% Hispanic, 1.9% Black.

Population

1,718
Total Population
814
People / sq mi
35.1yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Crosbyton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only55.8%
29% below US avg
Spanish44.2%
230% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Crosbyton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crosbyton is $39,000, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Crosbyton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,000
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,423
Avg Weekly Wage$904
IRS Avg AGI$54,991

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.6%
66% above US avg
Establishments (County)178
County GDP$259M

Business (County)

Restaurants3
Healthcare12
Retail18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,367
4% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.3 min
Work from Home3.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Crosbyton is $58,900, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $512 (56% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $75,365.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$58,900
79% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$75,365

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$512
56% 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-Occupied56.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,367
4% below US avg
Effective Rate5.72%
In Crosbyton, 41.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.3% report depression. 36.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.4%
29% above US avg
Diabetes14.9%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure35.0%
Asthma9.7%
COPD7.1%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity36.4%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress16.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.0%
Checkup Rate71.7%
Premature Death16,653/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access52.0%
Healthcare Facilities12
Crosbyton has a violent crime rate of 177 per 100,000 residents, 54% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,295 per 100,000 (34% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent176.6/100K
54% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault176.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,294.9/100K
34% below US avg
Burglary176.6/100K
Theft1,059.5/100K
Vehicle Theft58.9/100K
Arson58.9/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Crosbyton has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.5°F
12% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.7 inches
43% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,008 ft (917 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density814/sq mi
Coordinates33.6413°N, 101.2377°W
County FIPS48107
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.3%
D 24%

Winner: Republican by 51.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.3%
64% below US avg
High School+77.0%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density814/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants3
Retail Stores18

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.3 min
Work from Home3.0%

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