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Commerce, Texas, in Hunt county, is 41 miles E of McKinney, Texas (center to center) and 60 miles NE of Dallas, Texas. Part of the surrounding Dallas metro area, the city is not an isolated city. Commerce is home to some 7,669 residents.
In Commerce, about 34% of adults are married. People in Commerce have space to make their own lives; many people there enjoy living in their own houses or apartments. The city somehow seems full of possibilities, with its large single population.
In 2000, Commerce had a median family income of $37,284. Impressively, having a college education is normal in Commerce.
George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($1,800) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Commerce. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.
According to the 2000 census, 40% of the housing in Commerce was owner-occupied. Can't find a roommate? That's OK in the city, where renting little apartments isn't uncommon.
In Commerce, 91% of commuters drive to work.
Comparing Commerce to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Texas (State):
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| Well-Paid Single Women |  | |
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| Walking and Biking to Work | | |
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| Working at Home | | |
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| Low Property Crime | | |
| Low Violent Crime | | |
Detailed pages on related topics: Commerce colleges • Commerce travel • Commerce mortgages and property.
 | Commerce Colleges Commerce colleges and trade schools. |
 | Commerce Hotels & Travel Commerce hotels, landmarks, tourism, transportation. |
 | Commerce Mortgage Commerce property, mortgage, and real estate. |
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