Terrell, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Terrell is a small city in Texas with a population of 19,019. Residents earn $63,795 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
19,019 Population 573/sq mi density
$63,795 Median Income $25,471 per capita
$190,000 Home Value $277,743 Zillow
$1,167 Median Rent
66°F Avg Temperature
559 Violent Crime/100K 3,443 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$63,795 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$190,000 home value, $1,167/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
559 violent crimes/100K (47% above avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,795
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $190,000
33% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 559/100K
47% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.5%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,167
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.6%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.4%
16% higher than US avg

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

People

Population19,019
Median Age33.1 yrs
Density573/mi²
Male / Female46% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 49%

Economy

B+
Median Income$63,795
Per Capita$25,471
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty14.4%
County GDP$6,967M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$190,000
Rent$1,167
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$277,743

Crime

F
Violent559/100K
Property3,443/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault389/100K
Burglary862/100K

Health

Obesity41.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Elevation529 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.5%
High School+78.1%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 36%
Commute25 min
EV Stations9
Libraries4

Is Terrell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Terrell receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, high obesity rates. Terrell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Terrell is $63,795, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. 14.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Terrell is $190,000, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,167 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 559 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,443 per 100,000, 76% above the national average.

Education

16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Terrell enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Terrell has a population of 19,019 with a density of 573 people per square mile. The median age is 33.1 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (48.9%), with 22.2% Black.

Population

19,019
Total Population
573
People / sq mi
33.1yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
33.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.5%
Female 54.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Terrell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only77.6%
1% below US avg
Spanish22.4%
67% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Terrell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Terrell is $63,795, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Terrell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,795
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,471
Avg Weekly Wage$1,076
IRS Avg AGI$72,125

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.4%
16% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,668
County GDP$6,967M

Business (County)

Restaurants225
Healthcare205
Retail327
Manufacturing109

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,453
113% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.1 min
Work from Home5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Terrell is $190,000, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,167 (0% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $277,743.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$190,000
33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$277,743
Median List Price$300,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$300,000
$/Sq Ft$152
Homes Sold11
Sale-to-List Ratio92.3%
Price Drops31.4%
Inventory102

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,167
0% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,781

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$789
1 Bedroom$811
2 Bedrooms$1,015
3 Bedrooms$1,321
4 Bedrooms$1,493

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,453
113% above US avg
Effective Rate3.92%
In Terrell, 41.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.7% report depression. 34.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.6%
30% above US avg
Diabetes14.3%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure37.0%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.8%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity34.3%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress15.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.7%
Checkup Rate73.6%
Premature Death8,809/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access67.1%
Healthcare Facilities205
Terrell has a violent crime rate of 559 per 100,000 residents, 47% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,443 per 100,000 (76% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent558.7/100K
47% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape79.0/100K
Robbery91.1/100K
Assault388.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,443.5/100K
76% above US avg
Burglary862.4/100K
Theft2,332.1/100K
Vehicle Theft249.0/100K
Arson18.2/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Terrell has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average66.4°F
23% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.4 inches
1% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation529 ft (161 m)
Area33.2 sq mi (86.0 km²)
Population Density573/sq mi
Coordinates32.7353°N, 96.2864°W
County FIPS48257
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.5%
D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 27.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.5%
51% below US avg
High School+78.1%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density573/sq mi
Total Area33.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations9
Alt Fuel Stations9
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities205
Restaurants225
Retail Stores327

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)21
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.1 min
Work from Home5.5%

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