Teague, TX

Texas

Teague is a small town in Texas with a population of 3,443. Residents earn $58,918 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,443 Population 682/sq mi density
$58,918 Median Income $23,806 per capita
$123,300 Home Value $203,725 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
448 Violent Crime/100K 1,986 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$58,918 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$123,300 home value
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
448 violent crimes/100K (18% above avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,918
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $123,300
56% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 448/100K
18% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.3%
61% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.5%
17% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,443
Median Age31.8 yrs
Density682/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 52%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,918
Per Capita$23,806
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty14.5%
County GDP$1,278M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$123,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$203,725

Crime

F
Violent448/100K
Property1,986/100K
Murder28.0/100K
Assault364/100K
Burglary923/100K

Health

Obesity40.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain43.5 in/yr
Elevation516 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.3%
High School+83.8%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 17%
Commute26 min
Libraries2

Is Teague a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Teague 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 below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Teague has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Teague is $58,918, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 14.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Teague is $123,300, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 448 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,986 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

13.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Teague enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Teague has a population of 3,443 with a density of 682 people per square mile. The median age is 31.8 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (52.1%), with 3% Hispanic, 13.8% Black.

Population

3,443
Total Population
682
People / sq mi
31.8yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
5.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Teague vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only81.9%
4% above US avg
Spanish18.1%
35% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Teague vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Teague is $58,918, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Teague vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,918
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,806
Avg Weekly Wage$1,025
IRS Avg AGI$63,146

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.5%
17% above US avg
Establishments (County)396
County GDP$1,278M

Business (County)

Restaurants37
Healthcare26
Retail59
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,208
49% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.5 min
Work from Home2.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Teague is $123,300, 56% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $203,725.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$123,300
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$203,725

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,208
49% above US avg
Effective Rate4.22%
In Teague, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.2% report depression. 32.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.7%
27% above US avg
Diabetes13.6%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure36.9%
Asthma11.2%
COPD8.2%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity32.7%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress15.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.0%
Checkup Rate73.2%
Premature Death10,438/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access41.8%
Healthcare Facilities26
Teague has a violent crime rate of 448 per 100,000 residents, 18% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,986 per 100,000 (1% above US avg). The murder rate is 28.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent447.6/100K
18% above US avg
Murder28.0/100K
344% above US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery55.9/100K
Assault363.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,986.0/100K
1% above US avg
Burglary923.1/100K
Theft923.1/100K
Vehicle Theft139.9/100K
Arson83.9/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Teague has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average65.8°F
22% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.5 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation516 ft (157 m)
Area5.1 sq mi (13.1 km²)
Population Density682/sq mi
Coordinates31.6295°N, 96.2808°W
County FIPS48161
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 13.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.9%
D 16.6%

Winner: Republican by 66.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.3%
61% below US avg
High School+83.8%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density682/sq mi
Total Area5.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants37
Retail Stores59

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disaster Declarations182
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.5 min
Work from Home2.1%

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