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Knox City, TX


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Knox City, Texas

Knox City, Texas, in Knox county, is 67 miles N of Abilene, Texas (center to center) and 152 miles W of Fort Worth, Texas. The town is home to some 1,219 residents.

The People and Families of Knox City

In Knox City, about 57% of adults are married.

You'll see many senior citizens in Knox City.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Knox City had a median family income of $30,000.

Political Inclinations

The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in Knox City.

Knox City Housing

According to the 2000 census, 77% of the housing in Knox City was owner-occupied. It's possible to find inexpensive apartments in the town.

Commuting

In Knox City, 94% of commuters drive to work. People in Knox City expect to drive a lot. The town does not have a lot of public transportation. The relatively short commuting times in the town let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).

High Points

Knox City strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Texas):

CategoryTrophy
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 2%trophyKnox City Short Commute Times
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)
Top 2%trophyKnox City Racial Diversity

Comparative Profile of Knox City, TX

Comparing Knox City to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Texas (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Racial Diversity108
Senior Citizens1010
Age of the Population910
Female Share of the Population78
Children Under 5 Years Old53
Male Share of the Population43
Well-Paid Single Men35

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married54
Average Household Size42

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults77
People Above Poverty23
People in Middle Class or Better24
Median Family Income22

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times1010
Working at Home78
Walking and Biking to Work22
Public Transportation Use22

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents99
People Living Alone810
Seasonal and Vacation Housing78
Affordability of Property Taxes77
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals55
Housing Recently Built41

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime68
Low Violent Crime56
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