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Knox City, TX

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Knox City is a small town in Texas with a population of 822. Residents earn $41,477 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
822 Population 990/sq mi density
$41,477 Median Income $25,617 per capita
$59,300 Home Value $90,012 Zillow
$579 Median Rent 19.4% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 328 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$41,477 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$59,300 home value, $579/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,477
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $59,300
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.8%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $579
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.9%
12% lower than US avg

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

People

Population822
Median Age49.8 yrs
Density990/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Veterans4.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$41,477
Per Capita$25,617
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty10.9%
County GDP$299M
Commute11 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$59,300
Rent$579
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$90,012
Housing Units427
Rent Burden19.4%

Health

Obesity38.8%
Uninsured21.2%
Smoking16.2%
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain25.7 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation1,529 ft (466 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.8%
High School+81.8%
Graduate+3.6%
School Score5.32

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 16%
Commute11 min
Broadband90.3%
Libraries1

Is Knox City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Knox City receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Knox City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Knox City is $41,477, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 10.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Knox City is $59,300, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $579 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Knox City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 328 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Knox City has a population of 822 with a density of 990 people per square mile. The median age is 49.8 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.4%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 6.6% Black.

Population

822
Total Population
990
People / sq mi
49.8yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.6%
Female 45.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Knox City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only76.6%
2% below US avg
Spanish23.4%
75% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Knox City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Knox City is $41,477, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.

Income: Knox City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,477
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,617
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$55,922

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.9%
12% below US avg
Establishments (County)148
County GDP$299M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare4
Retail19

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.9 min
Drive Alone67.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Knox City is $59,300, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $579 (50% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $90,012.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$59,300
79% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$90,012

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$579
50% below US avg
Rent Burden19.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$756
1 Bedroom$778
2 Bedrooms$973
3 Bedrooms$1,266
4 Bedrooms$1,432

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.5%
Housing Units427
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

In Knox City, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 24.0% report depression. 31.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Knox City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes13.0%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure34.6%
Asthma10.2%
COPD7.2%
Cancer6.4%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity31.4%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress15.2%
Short Sleep41.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.7%
Uninsured21.2%
147% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,351
Checkup Rate72.3%
Dental Visits43.9%
Premature Death13,276/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access77.3%
Healthcare Facilities4
Knox City has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.7 inches. The area enjoys 328 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.2°F
21% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.7 inches
32% below US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,529 ft (466 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density990/sq mi
Coordinates33.4176°N, 99.8157°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48275
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.5-point margin. 90.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84%
D 15.6%

Winner: Republican by 68.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.8%
56% below US avg
High School+81.8%
Graduate Degree+3.6%
School Test Score5.32
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density990/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.3%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants7
Retail Stores19

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.9 min
Drive Alone67.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.3%

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