Town in Nueces County, part of the Corpus Christi metro
Living in Bishop, TX
379th of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 49 of 100
5th of 15 in the Corpus Christi area
We give Bishop a C+. It ranks 379th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on schools and safety, and trails on internet access and health.
- Top-rated schools
- Jobs and income scores low (17 of 100)
- Education levels scores low (17 of 100)
- Population
- 3,040-4.2% since 2020
- Median rent
- $95232% lower than Texas
- Median home value
- $111,80061% lower than Texas
- Household income
- $58,152Median
- Average commute
- 29 minOne way
- Violent crime
- 132Per 100k, 2025
What it's like to live in Bishop
Bishop sits about 28 miles from downtown Corpus Christi, in the Corpus Christi metro. 3,040 people lived here in 2025, down 4.2% from 2020. It is spread out.
Local spots people know include Bishop City Park and Bishop County Library.
The median age is 39.5, 36% of households have children, 80% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $58,152 a year (26% lower than the Texas median).
Pros of living in Bishop
- Strong public schools. 100% of the 4 rated campuses here earn an A or B from the Texas Education Agency.
- Low violent crime. 132 violent crimes per 100,000 people in 2025, 66% lower than the Texas rate.
- Lower rent. Median rent is $952, 32% lower than the Texas median.
- Homes are affordable for local incomes. The median home costs 1.9 times the median household income, against 3.6 times across Texas.
Cons of living in Bishop
- Higher poverty. 25% of people live below the poverty line, against 14% across Texas.
- Many adults uninsured. 29% of adults 18 to 64 have no health insurance, against 20% statewide.
- Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of hurricanes and heat waves as very high here.
- Long, hot summers. Expect about 135 days a year at 90°F or hotter.
- Spotty home internet. Only 75% of homes have a broadband plan.
Who Bishop suits
- FamiliesA reasonable fit: 100% of rated schools earn an A or B and violent crime is 66% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 71% for families.
- Young professionalsNot the best fit: household income is 26% lower than the Texas median, with 8 restaurants and 0 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 28% for young professionals.
- RetireesA reasonable fit: 29% of working-age adults are uninsured and violent crime is 66% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 40% for retirees.
- Remote workersNot the best fit: 75% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $952 is 32% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 9% for remote workers.
- People on a budgetA reasonable fit: the median rent of $952 is 32% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 45% for people on a budget.
Bishop report card
Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Bishop with other US towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. Schools, safety and errands compare it with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.
Cost of living: grade C+
Median rent $952, homes cost 1.9x income.
56 of 100 vs US townsJobs and income: grade D
Median household income $58,152, 6.3% unemployed.
17 of 100 vs US townsSchools: grade A-
4 rated campuses, 100% rated A or B.
86 of 100 vs TX townsSafety: grade B-
132 violent crimes per 100k, 363 property crimes per 100k.
61 of 100 vs TX townsErrands and things to do: grade C-
0 grocery stores, 8 restaurants, 2 parks mapped in town.
32 of 100 vs TX townsGetting around: grade C+
Average commute 29 min, 4.2% work from home.
53 of 100 vs US townsEducation levels: grade D
18% have a bachelor’s degree.
17 of 100 vs US townsHealth: grade D
29% of adults uninsured.
16 of 100 vs US townsHome ownership: grade C-
80% of homes owner-occupied.
35 of 100 vs US townsInternet access: grade F
75% of homes have broadband.
6 of 100 vs US towns
Where Bishop stands out compared with Texas
Better than Texas
- Home value to income: 1.9x47% lower than Texas (3.6x)
- Homes owned by the people living in them: 80%17 points higher than Texas (63%)
- Median rent: $95232% lower than Texas ($1,403)
Worse than Texas
- Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 18%16 points lower than Texas (34%)
- Homes with broadband internet: 75%16 points lower than Texas (91%)
- Vacant homes: 22%12 points higher than Texas (9.4%)
Cost of living in Bishop
Bishop renters pay a median of $952 a month, 32% lower than the statewide median. The usual rule is to spend no more than 30% of income on rent, which means earning around $38,000 a year for a median unit. Right now 63% of renters here pay more than 30% of their income on rent.
HUD sets fair market rents for this area at $1,176 for a one-bedroom, $1,421 for a two-bedroom and $1,855 for a three-bedroom (fiscal year 2027). These figures include utilities and describe a modest unit, so newer apartments often ask for more.
The median home is worth $111,800, 61% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $612 before tax, or $788 with property tax. That is close to the median rent, so buying can make sense if you plan to stay.
Texas has no state income tax, but it leans on property taxes instead, though they are lighter here than in much of the state. The median homeowner in Bishop pays $2,109 a year, 50% lower than the Texas median of $4,232. Budget for it, along with homeowners insurance, which our numbers do not include.
Typical rent by apartment size
| Measure | Here | Texas | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent32% lower than Texas | $952 | $1,403 | $1,413 |
| Median home value61% lower than Texas | $111,800 | $283,800 | $332,700 |
| Home value to income47% lower than Texas | 1.9x | 3.6x | 4.1x |
| Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent11 points higher than Texas | 63% | 52% | 51% |
| Median property tax per year50% lower than Texas | $2,109 | $4,232 | $3,119 |
| Homes owned by the people living in them17 points higher than Texas | 80% | 63% | 65% |
| Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas | 1973 | 1992 | 1980 |
Monthly cost to buy a median home
- Mortgage payment
- $612
- Property tax
- $176
- Median rent, for comparison
- $952
Based on a $111,800 home in Bishop, 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28% (Freddie Mac average, week of 2026-10-01). Property tax is the median paid locally, or the county median where the local figure is not published. Insurance and fees are not included.
Is Bishop safe?
In 2025, Bishop Police Department reported 4 violent crimes and 11 property crimes. That works out to 132 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 66% lower than the Texas rate of 387, and 363 property crimes per 100,000, 83% lower than the state rate.
Crime rates describe the whole area a police department covers. Some streets are much quieter than the average and some are busier, so look at the neighborhood grades and visit at different times of day.
Violent crimes per 100,000 people by year. The dashed line is the Texas rate for 2025.
Property crimes per 100,000 people by year.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer, Bishop Police Department, 2025. Rates count reported crimes only and cover the area this police department serves.
Schools in Bishop
Bishop has 4 public school campuses with a 2025 state rating inside the city, and 100% of them earn an A or B. Most students here are served by Bishop CISD.
Top-rated campuses include Bishop High School and Lillion E Luehrs Junior High. The average rating score across all campuses is 89 out of 100, against a Texas median of 81.
Texas districts usually assign students by attendance zone rather than the closest campus, so check the zone for a specific address with the district before you sign a lease or buy.
Ratings are the 2025 Texas Education Agency A to F accountability ratings. Always check which school serves a specific address with the district.
Top-rated schools
- ABishop High SchoolHigh, Bishop CISD94 of 100
- ALillion E Luehrs Junior HighMiddle, Bishop CISD91 of 100
- BBishop ElementaryElementary, Bishop CISD85 of 100
- BBishop PriElementary, Bishop CISD85 of 100
Daily life in Bishop
Everyday places mapped inside Bishop, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include Bishop City Park, Bishop County Library.
The average one-way commute is 29 minutes, 7% longer than the Texas average. 4% of workers work from home. 4.6% walk, bike or take transit to work.
Downtown Corpus Christi is about 28 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in Bishop work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.
The median household income is $58,152, income per person is $26,902, unemployment is 6.3% and 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.
Jobs, income and education
| Measure | Here | Texas | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income26% lower than Texas | $58,152 | $78,476 | $80,734 |
| Income per person34% lower than Texas | $26,902 | $40,752 | $44,673 |
| Unemployment rate1 points higher than Texas | 6.3% | 5.3% | 5.2% |
| People below the poverty line11 points higher than Texas | 25% | 14% | 12% |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher16 points lower than Texas | 18% | 34% | 36% |
| Adults with a high school diploma or higher7 points lower than Texas | 79% | 86% | 90% |
| Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance10 points higher than Texas | 29% | 20% | 11% |
| Homes with broadband internet16 points lower than Texas | 75% | 91% | 91% |
Getting to work
| Measure | Here | Texas | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average commute7% higher than Texas | 29 min | 27 min | 26 min |
| Workers who work from home10 points lower than Texas | 4.2% | 14% | 15% |
Who lives in Bishop
Median age 39.5 years. 36% of households have children.
Race and ethnicity
Shown for information only. It is never part of any grade.
Weather in Bishop
Bishop has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 95°F and January lows about 45°F. There are about 135 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 29 inches of rain a year.
Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Bishop, 1 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.
Natural hazard risk
FEMA's National Risk Index says river flooding risk is low, hurricane risk is very high, tornado risk is high and hail risk is high. Even in lower-risk areas, check the FEMA flood map for the exact address before you buy.
- River floodingLow
- Coastal floodingVery low
- HurricanesVery high
- TornadoesHigh
- HailHigh
- Heat wavesVery high
- WildfiresLow
- Winter stormsModerate
- Strong windModerate
Source: FEMA National Risk Index, December 2025, Census tract level averaged for the city. Check the FEMA flood map for any address before you buy.
Places near Bishop
Nearby, Kingsville gets a C-, Ricardo gets a B+ and Robstown gets an F. Each is graded against Texas places of its own size, so a small town and a big city can both earn an A.
- C-KingsvilleSmall city, 24,994 people7 mi
- B+RicardoTown, 1,132 people12 mi
- FRobstownSmall city, 10,236 people16 mi
- CBen BoltTown, 2,152 people19 mi
- D+AliceSmall city, 17,707 people20 mi
- B-Rancho AlegreTown, 1,337 people22 mi
Bishop in the Corpus Christi area
How it ranks among 15 places in the metro.
- 1A-Portland20,543 people12 mito downtown
- 2B+Lamar1,202 people37 mito downtown
- 3BOdem2,102 people20 mito downtown
- 4BPort Aransas3,268 people18 mito downtown
- 5C+Bishop3,103 people28 mito downtown
- 6C-Mathis4,308 people37 mito downtown
- 7D+Corpus Christi317,419 people0 mito downtown
- 8D+Ingleside9,997 people14 mito downtown
Living in Bishop: common questions
Is Bishop, TX a good place to live?
We give Bishop a C+. It ranks 379th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on schools and safety, and trails on internet access and health.
How much does it cost to live in Bishop?
Renters in Bishop pay a median of $952 a month, 32% lower than the Texas median. The median home is worth $111,800, 61% lower than the Texas median. A median home costs 1.9x the median household income, compared with 3.6x across Texas. With 20% down at a 7.28% rate, the monthly payment on a median home is about $788, including property tax.
Is Bishop safe?
In 2025, Bishop Police Department reported 132 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 66% lower than the Texas rate. Property crime was 363 per 100,000, 83% lower than the Texas rate.
Are the schools good in Bishop?
We found 4 rated public school campuses inside Bishop. 100% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 86 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.
Does Bishop flood?
FEMA rates river flooding risk in Bishop as low, and coastal flooding as very low. Hazards rated high or very high here: hurricanes, tornadoes, heat waves and hail. Always check the flood map for a specific address before you buy.
What is the weather like in Bishop?
Summers in Bishop peak at about 95°F in July, and January nights fall to about 45°F. Expect around 135 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 29 inches of rain.
How long is the commute in Bishop?
The average one-way commute is 29 min, 7% higher than the Texas average. About 4.2% of workers work from home. It is about 28 miles from downtown Corpus Christi.
Sources: US Census Bureau 2020-2024 ACS 5-year and 2025 population estimates, CDC PLACES 2025, Texas Education Agency 2025 ratings, FBI Crime Data Explorer, FEMA National Risk Index, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, Overture Maps. Updated 2026-10-04. How we grade.