Hutchins, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Hutchins is a small city in Texas with a population of 5,713. Residents earn $45,250 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,713 Population 627/sq mi density
$45,250 Median Income $16,418 per capita
$95,500 Home Value $244,707 Zillow
$1,370 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
203 Violent Crime/100K 2,755 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$45,250 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,500 home value, $1,370/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
203 violent crimes/100K (46% below avg)
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,250
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,500
66% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 203/100K
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.1%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,370
18% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.9%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 29.4%
137% higher than US avg

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

People

Population5,713
Median Age29.8 yrs
Density627/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 27%

Economy

C+
Median Income$45,250
Per Capita$16,418
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty29.4%
County GDP$389,402M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,500
Rent$1,370
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$244,707

Crime

F
Violent203/100K
Property2,755/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault129/100K
Burglary850/100K

Health

Obesity43.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.2%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Elevation459 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.1%
High School+72.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 60%
Commute36 min
Libraries60

Is Hutchins a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hutchins receives an overall livability score of 2.5 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, long commute times. Hutchins has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hutchins is $45,250, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. The poverty rate of 29.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hutchins is $95,500, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,370 per month. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Hutchins is below the national average at 203 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,755 per 100,000, 41% above the national average.

Education

6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Hutchins enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Hutchins has a population of 5,713 with a density of 627 people per square mile. The median age is 29.8 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (37.9%), with 26.9% White, 1.8% Hispanic.

Population

5,713
Total Population
627
People / sq mi
29.8yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
9.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.2%
Female 41.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Hutchins vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only58.9%
25% below US avg
Spanish41.1%
207% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hutchins vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hutchins is $45,250, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 29.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Hutchins vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,250
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,418
Avg Weekly Wage$1,717
IRS Avg AGI$106,567

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate29.4%
137% above US avg
Establishments (County)84,182
County GDP$389,402M

Business (County)

Restaurants6,468
Healthcare8,134
Retail7,794
Manufacturing2,190

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$14,198
306% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate14.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.1 min
Work from Home2.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Hutchins is $95,500, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,370 (18% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $244,707.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,500
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$244,707
Median List Price$324,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$324,900
$/Sq Ft$243
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops55.6%
Inventory27

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,370
18% 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-Occupied50.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$14,198
306% above US avg
Effective Rate14.87%
In Hutchins, 43.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.2% report depression. 43.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.9%
37% above US avg
Diabetes17.4%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure40.7%
Asthma11.1%
COPD8.9%
Stroke5.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.0%
Physical Inactivity43.2%
Depression20.2%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress17.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.0%
Checkup Rate74.5%
Premature Death8,431/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access96.2%
Healthcare Facilities8,134
Hutchins has a violent crime rate of 203 per 100,000 residents, 46% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,755 per 100,000 (41% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent203.4/100K
46% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape18.5/100K
Robbery55.5/100K
Assault129.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,754.7/100K
41% above US avg
Burglary850.4/100K
Theft1,534.5/100K
Vehicle Theft369.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)322
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Hutchins has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average66.0°F
22% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.9 inches
8% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation459 ft (140 m)
Area9.1 sq mi (23.6 km²)
Population Density627/sq mi
Coordinates32.6434°N, 96.7098°W
County FIPS48113
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 22.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38%
D 60.2%

Winner: Democrat by 22.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.1%
82% below US avg
High School+72.0%
School Test Score5.10
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density627/sq mi
Total Area9.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries60
Healthcare Facilities8,134
Restaurants6,468
Retail Stores7,794

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)322
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.1 min
Work from Home2.8%

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