Four Corners, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Four Corners is a small city in Texas with a population of 11,490. Residents earn $72,853 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
11,490 Population 4,768/sq mi density
$72,853 Median Income $26,227 per capita
$262,700 Home Value
$1,609 Median Rent
71°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$72,853 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$262,700 home value, $1,609/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,853
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $262,700
7% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.7%
0% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,609
38% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.9%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.1%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population11,490
Median Age36.9 yrs
Density4,768/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 10%

Economy

B+
Median Income$72,853
Per Capita$26,227
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty8.1%
County GDP$49,615M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$262,700
Rent$1,609
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.4%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain49.7 in/yr
Elevation92 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.7%
High School+76.5%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%
Commute39 min
Libraries15

Is Four Corners a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Four Corners receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Four Corners stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Four Corners is $72,853, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Four Corners is $262,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,609 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 76.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Four Corners has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Four Corners has a population of 11,490 with a density of 4,768 people per square mile. The median age is 36.9 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (29.6%), with 10.1% White.

Population

11,490
Total Population
4,768
People / sq mi
36.9yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.9%
Female 57.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Four Corners vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only38.4%
51% below US avg
Spanish61.6%
360% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Four Corners vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Four Corners is $72,853, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Four Corners vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,853
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,227
Avg Weekly Wage$1,203
IRS Avg AGI$110,221

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.1%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)18,369
County GDP$49,615M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,517
Healthcare2,621
Retail2,331
Manufacturing411

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,359
196% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.8 min
Work from Home14.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Four Corners is $262,700, 7% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,609 (38% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$262,700
7% below US avg
Median List Price$329,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$329,000
$/Sq Ft$121
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio98.1%
Price Drops28.0%
Inventory25

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,609
38% above 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-Occupied73.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,359
196% above US avg
Effective Rate3.94%
In Four Corners, 30.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 16.4% report depression. 32.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Four Corners vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.9%
4% below US avg
Diabetes14.3%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure33.5%
Asthma9.1%
COPD4.8%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.9%
Physical Inactivity32.0%
Depression16.4%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.7%
Checkup Rate74.2%
Premature Death5,310/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access89.5%
Healthcare Facilities2,621

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Four Corners has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average71.1°F
32% above US avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.7 inches
31% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²)
Population Density4,768/sq mi
Coordinates29.6703°N, 95.6600°W
County FIPS48157
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 33.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (0% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 1.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.9%
D 49.5%

Winner: Democrat by 1.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.7%
0% below US avg
High School+76.5%
School Test Score5.10
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density4,768/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities2,621
Restaurants1,517
Retail Stores2,331

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.8 min
Work from Home14.4%

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