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Paducah, TX

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Paducah is a small town in Texas with a population of 953. Residents earn $35,521 per year, which is 53% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
953 Population 631/sq mi density
$35,521 Median Income $26,647 per capita
$47,800 Home Value $69,339 Zillow
$300 Median Rent 22.7% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 326 sunny days/yr
618 Violent Crime/100K 618 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$35,521 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$47,800 home value, $300/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
618 violent crimes/100K (63% above avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $35,521
53% lower than US avg
Home Value $47,800
83% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 618/100K
63% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.5%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $300
74% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 33.0%
166% higher than US avg

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

People

Population953
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density631/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 56%
Veterans3.7%

Economy

C
Median Income$35,521
Per Capita$26,647
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty33.0%
County GDP$148M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$47,800
Rent$300
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$69,339
Housing Units777
Rent Burden22.7%

Crime

F
Violent618/100K
Property618/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault618/100K
Burglary265/100K

Health

Obesity40.5%
Uninsured21.6%
Smoking18.0%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain23.9 in/yr
Sunny Days326/yr
Elevation1,869 ft (570 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.5%
High School+75.0%
Graduate+8.8%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 14%
Commute24 min
Broadband57.1%
Libraries1

Is Paducah a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Paducah is $35,521, 53% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 33.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Paducah is $47,800, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $300 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 618 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 618 per 100,000, 68% below the national average.

Education

20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Paducah enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 326 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 23.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Paducah has a population of 953 with a density of 631 people per square mile. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (55.8%), with 6.3% Hispanic, 6.7% Black.

Population

953
Total Population
631
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Paducah vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.4%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.6%
13% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Paducah vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Paducah is $35,521, which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 33.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Paducah vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$35,521
53% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,647
Avg Weekly Wage$1,502
IRS Avg AGI$50,491

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate33.0%
166% above US avg
Establishments (County)174
County GDP$148M

Business (County)

Restaurants3
Retail7

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.7 min
Drive Alone66.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Paducah is $47,800, 83% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $300 (74% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $69,339.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$47,800
83% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$69,339

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$300
74% below US avg
Rent Burden22.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.0%
Housing Units777
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

In Paducah, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.6% of residents lack health insurance. 18.0% are current smokers. 25.1% report depression. 33.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes13.5%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure35.5%
Asthma11.0%
COPD8.3%
Cancer6.4%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.0%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity33.0%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress16.2%
Short Sleep41.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.3%
Uninsured21.6%
151% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.8%
Dental Visits44.8%
Premature Death7,700/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment0.7/10
Exercise Access81.5%
Paducah has a violent crime rate of 618 per 100,000 residents, 63% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 618 per 100,000 (68% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent618.4/100K
63% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault618.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property618.4/100K
68% below US avg
Burglary265.0/100K
Theft176.7/100K
Vehicle Theft176.7/100K
Arson441.7/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Paducah has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.9 inches. The area enjoys 326 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average62.4°F
16% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days326 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.9 inches
37% below US avg
Snowfall3.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,869 ft (570 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density631/sq mi
Coordinates34.0140°N, 100.3037°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48101
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72.5-point margin. 57.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86%
D 13.6%

Winner: Republican by 72.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.5%
39% below US avg
High School+75.0%
Graduate Degree+8.8%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density631/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access57.1%
Public Libraries1
Restaurants3
Retail Stores7

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.7 min
Drive Alone66.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.6%

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