Quinlan, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Quinlan is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,514. Residents earn $41,450 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,514 Population 1,174/sq mi density
$41,450 Median Income $25,946 per capita
$183,000 Home Value $274,181 Zillow
$1,095 Median Rent 41.5% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$41,450 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$183,000 home value, $1,095/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,450
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $183,000
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,095
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.0%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,514
Median Age35.2 yrs
Density1,174/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans9.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$41,450
Per Capita$25,946
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty6.0%
County GDP$7,866M
Commute33 min

Housing

A
Home Value$183,000
Rent$1,095
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$274,181
Rent Burden41.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain44.6 in/yr
Elevation520 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+83.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute33 min
Broadband86.3%
Libraries2

Is Quinlan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Quinlan receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Quinlan offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Quinlan is $41,450, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Quinlan is $183,000, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,095 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Quinlan enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Quinlan has a population of 1,514 with a density of 1,174 people per square mile. The median age is 35.2 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.1%), with 4.6% Hispanic.

Population

1,514
Total Population
1,174
People / sq mi
35.2yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.7%
Female 56.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Quinlan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.7%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.3%
53% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Quinlan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Quinlan is $41,450, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Quinlan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,450
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,946
Avg Weekly Wage$1,095
IRS Avg AGI$129,850

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,378
County GDP$7,866M

Business (County)

Restaurants261
Healthcare369
Retail308
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,177
162% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.3 min
Drive Alone84.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Quinlan is $183,000, 35% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,095 (6% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $274,181.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$183,000
35% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$274,181

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$154
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio97.7%
Price Drops30.0%
Inventory10

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,095
6% below US avg
Rent Burden41.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied52.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,177
162% above US avg
Effective Rate5.01%
In Quinlan, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.4% report depression. 27.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.5%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity27.8%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.8%
Checkup Rate71.5%
Premature Death5,798/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access82.4%
Healthcare Facilities369

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Quinlan has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.2°F
21% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.6 inches
17% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation520 ft (158 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density1,174/sq mi
Coordinates32.9090°N, 96.1313°W
County FIPS48397
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.9-point margin. 86.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70%
D 29.1%

Winner: Republican by 40.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+83.0%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,174/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.3%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities369
Restaurants261
Retail Stores308

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.3 min
Drive Alone84.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

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