Queen City, TX

Texas

Queen City is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,403. Residents earn $43,333 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,403 Population 396/sq mi density
$43,333 Median Income $27,679 per capita
$124,000 Home Value $156,071 Zillow
$760 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
1,220 Violent Crime/100K 2,983 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$43,333 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$124,000 home value, $760/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
1,220 violent crimes/100K (221% above avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,333
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $124,000
56% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 1,220/100K
221% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.0%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $760
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.8%
35% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,403
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density396/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 80%

Economy

B
Median Income$43,333
Per Capita$27,679
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty16.8%
County GDP$1,478M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$124,000
Rent$760
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$156,071

Crime

F
Violent1,220/100K
Property2,983/100K
Murder67.8/100K
Assault1,085/100K
Burglary1,153/100K

Health

Obesity39.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain50.3 in/yr
Elevation335 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.0%
High School+91.7%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 17%
Commute17 min
Libraries3

Is Queen City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Queen City receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Queen City has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Queen City is $43,333, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 16.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Queen City is $124,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $760 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 1,220 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 2,983 per 100,000, 52% above the national average.

Education

14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Queen City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Queen City has a population of 1,403 with a density of 396 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 (80.1%), with 18.3% Black.

Population

1,403
Total Population
396
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Queen City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Queen City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Queen City is $43,333, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Queen City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,333
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,679
Avg Weekly Wage$923
IRS Avg AGI$57,771

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.8%
35% above US avg
Establishments (County)568
County GDP$1,478M

Business (County)

Restaurants64
Healthcare44
Retail74
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,255
22% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.3 min
Work from Home0.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Queen City is $124,000, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $760 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $156,071.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$124,000
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$156,071

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$760
35% below 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-Occupied62.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,255
22% above US avg
Effective Rate3.43%
In Queen City, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.6% report depression. 28.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure35.6%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity28.5%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.3%
Checkup Rate73.8%
Premature Death14,420/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access36.1%
Healthcare Facilities44
Queen City has a violent crime rate of 1,220 per 100,000 residents, 221% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,983 per 100,000 (52% above US avg). The murder rate is 67.8 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent1,220.3/100K
221% above US avg
Murder67.8/100K
976% above US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery67.8/100K
Assault1,084.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,983.1/100K
52% above US avg
Burglary1,152.5/100K
Theft1,830.5/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Queen City has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.3°F
19% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.3 inches
32% above US avg
Snowfall0.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation335 ft (102 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.2 km²)
Population Density396/sq mi
Coordinates33.1502°N, 94.1532°W
County FIPS48067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.7%
D 17%

Winner: Republican by 65.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.0%
58% below US avg
High School+91.7%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density396/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities44
Restaurants64
Retail Stores74

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations182
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.3 min
Work from Home0.5%

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