Town in Hemphill County

Living in Canadian, TX

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81st of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 88 of 100

Canadian earns a grade of A on our index, 81st of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on getting around and errands and things to do, and trails on internet access and education levels. It is a strong pick for families, young professionals and retirees.

  • Good for families
  • Good for young professionals
  • Good for retirees
  • Errands close by
  • Affordable
  • Short commutes
  • Education levels scores low (11 of 100)
  • Internet access scores low (3 of 100)
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Where Canadian is in Texas.
Population
2,129-8.0% since 2020
Median rent
$80543% lower than Texas
Median home value
$161,60043% lower than Texas
Household income
$58,811Median
Average commute
19 minOne way
Violent crime
No dataNo full-year report

What it's like to live in Canadian

Canadian is a town in Hemphill County. 2,129 people lived here in 2025, down 8.0% from 2020. It is spread out.

Local spots people know include Jackson Park and Hemphill County Library.

The median age is 43.2, 31% of households have children, 70% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $58,811 a year (25% lower than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Canadian

  • Strong public schools. 100% of the 4 rated campuses here earn an A or B from the Texas Education Agency.
  • Lower rent. Median rent is $805, 43% lower than the Texas median.
  • Short commutes. The average trip to work takes 19 minutes, against 27 across Texas.

Cons of living in Canadian

  • Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of tornadoes, hail and wildfires as very high here.
  • Spotty home internet. Only 70% of homes have a broadband plan.

Who Canadian suits

  • FamiliesA reasonable fit: 100% of rated schools earn an A or B. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 90% for families.
  • Young professionalsA reasonable fit: household income is 25% lower than the Texas median, with 15 restaurants and 1 cafe in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 94% for young professionals.
  • RetireesA reasonable fit: 18% of working-age adults are uninsured. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 96% for retirees.
  • Remote workersA reasonable fit: 70% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $805 is 43% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 51% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetA reasonable fit: the median rent of $805 is 43% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 79% for people on a budget.

Canadian report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Canadian 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 A-

    Median rent $805, homes cost 2.7x income.

    82 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade C

    Median household income $58,811, 5.6% unemployed.

    44 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade A-

    4 rated campuses, 100% rated A or B.

    83 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Safety: no grade

    No full year of crime data from local police.

    No score vs TX towns

  • Errands and things to do: grade A-

    1 grocery store, 15 restaurants, 3 parks mapped in town.

    88 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade A

    Average commute 19 min, 4.0% work from home.

    89 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade D-

    15% have a bachelor’s degree.

    11 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade C

    18% of adults uninsured.

    40 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade D+

    70% of homes owner-occupied.

    24 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade F

    70% of homes have broadband.

    3 of 100 vs US towns

Where Canadian stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent: 34%18 points lower than Texas (52%)
  • Median rent: $80543% lower than Texas ($1,403)
  • Average commute: 19 min29% lower than Texas (27 min)

Worse than Texas

  • Homes with broadband internet: 70%21 points lower than Texas (91%)
  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 15%18 points lower than Texas (34%)
  • Median household income: $58,81125% lower than Texas ($78,476)

Cost of living in Canadian

Canadian renters pay a median of $805 a month, 43% lower than the statewide median. The usual rule is to spend no more than 30% of income on rent, which means earning around $32,000 a year for a median unit. Right now 34% of renters here pay more than 30% of their income on rent.

HUD sets fair market rents for this area at $807 for a one-bedroom, $1,014 for a two-bedroom and $1,404 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 $161,600, 43% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $885 before tax, or $1,098 with property tax. That is $293 a month more than the median rent, so renting is the cheaper monthly choice unless you plan to stay for years.

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 Canadian pays $2,560 a year, 40% 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

Fair market rent by bedroom count in CanadianStudio$7711 bedroom$8072 bedrooms$1,0143 bedrooms$1,4044 bedrooms$1,461
HUD fair market rent for FY2027, Hemphill County, TX. This is what a typical, modest unit rents for, including utilities.
MeasureHereTexasUS
Median rent43% lower than Texas$805$1,403$1,413
Median home value43% lower than Texas$161,600$283,800$332,700
Home value to income24% lower than Texas2.7x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent18 points lower than Texas34%52%51%
Median property tax per year40% lower than Texas$2,560$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them7 points higher than Texas70%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas197319921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$1,098
Mortgage payment
$885
Property tax
$213
Median rent, for comparison
$805

Based on a $161,600 home in Canadian, 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.

Schools in Canadian

Canadian 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 Canadian ISD.

Top-rated campuses include Canadian Middle and Canadian High School. The average rating score across all campuses is 88 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.

Schools grade
83
of 100 vs Texas towns
Average rating
88
Texas median 81

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

  • ACanadian MiddleMiddle, Canadian ISD93 of 100
  • ACanadian High SchoolHigh, Canadian ISD92 of 100
  • BBaker ElementaryElementary, Canadian ISD83 of 100
  • BCanadian ElementaryElementary, Canadian ISD83 of 100

Daily life in Canadian

Everyday places mapped inside Canadian, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include Jackson Park, Hemphill County Library.

The average one-way commute is 19 minutes, 29% shorter than the Texas average. 4% of workers work from home. 5.1% walk, bike or take transit to work.

The median household income is $58,811, income per person is $29,065, unemployment is 5.6% and 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

Grocery stores
1
Pharmacies
2
Restaurants
15
Cafes
1
Bars
0
Parks
3
Gyms
1
Hospitals and urgent care
1
Childcare
0
Libraries
1

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income25% lower than Texas$58,811$78,476$80,734
Income per person29% lower than Texas$29,065$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rateAbout the same as Texas5.6%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty line7 points lower than Texas6.6%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher18 points lower than Texas15%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher12 points lower than Texas73%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance2 points lower than Texas18%20%11%
Homes with broadband internet21 points lower than Texas70%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute29% lower than Texas19 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home10 points lower than Texas4.0%14%15%
Workers who work from home4.0%
Workers who take transit0%
Workers who walk4.5%
Workers who bike0.6%

Who lives in Canadian

Under 1822%
18 to 3417%
35 to 6441%
65 and over20%

Median age 43.2 years. 31% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White52%
Hispanic or Latino41%
Black3.4%
Asian0%
Other or more than one race3.3%

Shown for information only. It is never part of any grade.

Weather in Canadian

Canadian has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 92°F and January lows about 22°F. There are about 66 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 24 inches of rain a year.

Average monthly high and low temperatures in Canadian20°40°60°80°100°49J53F62M70A79M88J92J91A83S72O60N50DRain

Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Miami, 21 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.

Natural hazard risk

FEMA's National Risk Index says river flooding risk is moderate, hurricane risk is moderate, tornado risk is very high and hail risk is very high. Even in lower-risk areas, check the FEMA flood map for the exact address before you buy.

  • River floodingModerate
  • HurricanesModerate
  • TornadoesVery high
  • HailVery high
  • Heat wavesLow
  • WildfiresVery high
  • Winter stormsVery high
  • Strong windVery high

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 Canadian

Nearby, Wheeler gets a B-, Booker gets a B and Perryton gets a B+. Each is graded against Texas places of its own size, so a small town and a big city can both earn an A.

  1. B-WheelerTown, 1,431 people33 mi
  2. BBookerTown, 1,311 people39 mi
  3. B+PerrytonTown, 8,585 people41 mi
  4. D+PampaSmall city, 16,659 people41 mi
  5. D+ShamrockTown, 1,710 people49 mi
  6. A-SpearmanTown, 2,810 people49 mi

Living in Canadian: common questions

Is Canadian, TX a good place to live?

Canadian earns a grade of A on our index, 81st of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on getting around and errands and things to do, and trails on internet access and education levels. It is a strong pick for families, young professionals and retirees.

How much does it cost to live in Canadian?

Renters in Canadian pay a median of $805 a month, 43% lower than the Texas median. The median home is worth $161,600, 43% lower than the Texas median. A median home costs 2.7x 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 $1,098, including property tax.

Are the schools good in Canadian?

We found 4 rated public school campuses inside Canadian. 100% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 83 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

Does Canadian flood?

FEMA rates river flooding risk in Canadian as moderate, and coastal flooding as not rated. Hazards rated high or very high here: tornadoes, hail, wildfires, winter storms and strong wind. Always check the flood map for a specific address before you buy.

What is the weather like in Canadian?

Summers in Canadian peak at about 92°F in July, and January nights fall to about 22°F. Expect around 66 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 24 inches of rain.

How long is the commute in Canadian?

The average one-way commute is 19 min, 29% lower than the Texas average. About 4.0% of workers work from home.

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.