Center, TX
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
9/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
4/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
6/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.
Residents
Population
5,198
332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.5 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
78.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
14.0%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$50,731
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.8%
88% (US)
Average Commute
16 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
18.2%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$152,000
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$542
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$705
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
49.2%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Shelby County
3
Texas
4
United States
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Shelby County
3
Texas
5
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4 | 0 | 47 |
| Feb | 5 | 0 | 50 |
| Mar | 4 | 0 | 58 |
| Apr | 4 | 0 | 65 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 73 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 80 |
| Jul | 3 | 0 | 83 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 83 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 77 |
| Oct | 5 | 0 | 66 |
| Nov | 5 | 0 | 57 |
| Dec | 5 | 0 | 48 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 26% of residents leaning left and 71% leaning right.
Liberal (27%) (72%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 82%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 1, TX State Senate District 3, TX State House District 11, TXSchools
Center Middle
<1 miles, N
•
1.9
Center Int
<1 miles, N
•
2.3
Center El
1 miles, NW
•
1.9
Center Hs
1 miles, NW
•
3.2
Colleges
Panola College
27 miles, N
•
1.4
Stephen F Austin State University
30 miles, W
•
2.3
Academy of Hair Design-Lufkin
45 miles, SW
•
1
Angelina College
48 miles, SW
•
1.4
Hospitals
Memorial Medical Center San Augustine
19 miles, S
East Texas Medical Center-Carthage
28 miles, N
•
2.3
Nacogdoches Medical Center
30 miles, W
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4.1
Memorial Hospital
30 miles, W
•
3.2
Airports
Shreveport Regional Airport
50 miles, NE
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1.4
East Texas Regional Airport
51 miles, N
•
1
Tyler Pounds Regional Airport
81 miles, NW
•
1
Alexandria International Airport
101 miles, SE
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1