Krum, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Krum is a small city in Texas with a population of 5,896. Residents earn $111,316 per year, which is 48% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
5,896 Population 1,965/sq mi density
$111,316 Median Income $41,753 per capita
$286,300 Home Value $335,094 Zillow
$1,669 Median Rent 24.2% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$111,316 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$286,300 home value, $1,669/mo rent
B+
Education
4.0 / 5.0
36.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $111,316
48% higher than US avg
Home Value $286,300
2% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.9%
9% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,669
44% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.6%
79% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,896
Median Age36.6 yrs
Density1,965/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans4.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$111,316
Per Capita$41,753
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty2.6%
County GDP$64,329M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$286,300
Rent$1,669
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$335,094
Rent Burden24.2%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Elevation725 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.9%
High School+96.4%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute30 min
Broadband95.1%
Libraries17

Is Krum a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Krum receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Krum stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Krum is $111,316, which is significantly higher than the national average — 48% above $75,149. This places Krum among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Krum is $286,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,669 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Krum enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Krum has a population of 5,896 with a density of 1,965 people per square mile. The median age is 36.6 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.3%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

5,896
Total Population
1,965
People / sq mi
36.6yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Krum vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.9%
20% above US avg
Spanish6.1%
54% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Krum vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Krum is $111,316, which is 48% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Krum vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$111,316
48% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,753
Avg Weekly Wage$1,262
IRS Avg AGI$116,976

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.6%
79% below US avg
Establishments (County)20,760
County GDP$64,329M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,020
Healthcare2,419
Retail1,991
Manufacturing458

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,186
191% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.7 min
Drive Alone78.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Krum is $286,300, 2% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,669 (44% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $335,094.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$286,300
2% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$335,094
Median List Price$340,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$340,000
$/Sq Ft$191
Homes Sold7
Sale-to-List Ratio96.6%
Price Drops22.7%
Inventory22

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,669
44% above US avg
Rent Burden24.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,186
191% above US avg
Effective Rate3.56%
In Krum, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.4% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.2%
10% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.4%
Checkup Rate72.8%
Premature Death5,062/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access94.1%
Healthcare Facilities2,419

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Krum has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average64.5°F
19% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.6 inches
6% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation725 ft (221 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.8 km²)
Population Density1,965/sq mi
Coordinates33.2650°N, 97.2249°W
County FIPS48121
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 36.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.2-point margin. 95.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.8%
D 42.7%

Winner: Republican by 13.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.9%
9% above US avg
High School+96.4%
School Test Score5.10
B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,965/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.1%
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities2,419
Restaurants2,020
Retail Stores1,991

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.7 min
Drive Alone78.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.3%

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