Cottle County, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
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
1,302 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,819 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$54,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$385 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$253 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
46.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Texas
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 1 41
Feb 1 1 44
Mar 2 0 52
Apr 2 0 61
May 3 0 70
Jun 4 0 79
Jul 2 0 83
Aug 2 0 82
Sep 3 0 74
Oct 2 0 63
Nov 1 0 51
Dec 1 1 41

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 24% of residents leaning left and 72% leaning right.

Liberal (24%) (73%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 84%
Hillary Clinton 14%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 13, TX State Senate District 28, TX State House District 69, TX
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Schools

Paducah School
6 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Childress El
23 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Childress Jh
24 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Childress Hs
24 miles, NE • 4.1 star

Colleges

Vernon College
55 miles, E • 1.4 star
Southwest Technology Center
67 miles, E • 1.4 star
Western Oklahoma State College
67 miles, E • 1.4 star
Clarendon College
69 miles, N • 1.4 star

Hospitals

Childress Regional Medical Center
24 miles, NE • 4.1 star

Airports

Lawton-Fort Sill Regional Airport
111 miles, E • 1 star