Town in Callahan County, part of the Abilene metro

Living in Clyde, TX

C

390th of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 47 of 100
7th of 8 in the Abilene area

We give Clyde a C. It ranks 390th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on internet access and schools, and trails on getting around and health. It is a strong pick for remote workers.

  • Good for remote workers
  • Well connected
  • Getting around scores low (7 of 100)
  • Tornado risk is very high
Map of Texas showing where Clyde isHoustonSan AntonioDallasAustinFort WorthClyde
Where Clyde is in Texas.
Population
4,024+5.7% since 2020
Median rent
$1,01728% lower than Texas
Median home value
$151,20047% lower than Texas
Household income
$68,184Median
Average commute
35 minOne way
Violent crime
170Per 100k, 2025

What it's like to live in Clyde

Clyde sits about 14 miles from downtown Abilene, in the Abilene metro. 4,024 people lived here in 2025, up 5.7% from 2020. It is spread out.

Local spots people know include Clyde City Park and Clyde Public Library.

The median age is 37.4, 36% of households have children, 74% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $68,184 a year (13% lower than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Clyde

  • Strong public schools. 75% of the 4 rated campuses here earn an A or B from the Texas Education Agency.
  • Low violent crime. 170 violent crimes per 100,000 people in 2025, 56% lower than the Texas rate.
  • Lower rent. Median rent is $1,017, 28% lower than the Texas median.
  • Homes are affordable for local incomes. The median home costs 2.2 times the median household income, against 3.6 times across Texas.

Cons of living in Clyde

  • Long commutes. The average trip to work takes 35 minutes, against 27 across Texas.
  • Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of tornadoes, hail and wildfires as very high here.

Who Clyde suits

  • FamiliesA reasonable fit: 75% of rated schools earn an A or B and violent crime is 56% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 54% for families.
  • Young professionalsNot the best fit: household income is 13% lower than the Texas median, with 21 restaurants and 5 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 25% for young professionals.
  • RetireesNot the best fit: 13% of working-age adults are uninsured and violent crime is 56% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 34% for retirees.
  • Remote workersA reasonable fit: 97% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $1,017 is 28% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 83% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetA reasonable fit: the median rent of $1,017 is 28% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 46% for people on a budget.

Clyde report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Clyde 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 $1,017, homes cost 2.2x income.

    53 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade C-

    Median household income $68,184, 6.4% unemployed.

    32 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade B+

    4 rated campuses, 75% rated A or B.

    76 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Safety: grade C

    170 violent crimes per 100k, 949 property crimes per 100k.

    41 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Errands and things to do: grade C-

    2 grocery stores, 21 restaurants, 1 park mapped in town.

    39 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade F

    Average commute 35 min, 12% work from home.

    8 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade C

    15% have a bachelor’s degree.

    45 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade D+

    13% of adults uninsured.

    24 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade C-

    74% of homes owner-occupied.

    34 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade A-

    97% of homes have broadband.

    86 of 100 vs US towns

Where Clyde stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Home value to income: 2.2x39% lower than Texas (3.6x)
  • Homes owned by the people living in them: 74%11 points higher than Texas (63%)
  • Median rent: $1,01728% lower than Texas ($1,403)

Worse than Texas

  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 15%19 points lower than Texas (34%)
  • Average commute: 35 min30% higher than Texas (27 min)
  • Vacant homes: 15%6 points higher than Texas (9.4%)

Cost of living in Clyde

Clyde renters pay a median of $1,017 a month, 28% lower than the statewide median. The usual rule is to spend no more than 30% of income on rent, which means earning around $41,000 a year for a median unit. Right now 56% of renters here pay more than 30% of their income on rent.

HUD sets fair market rents for this area at $1,047 for a one-bedroom, $1,310 for a two-bedroom and $1,702 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 $151,200, 47% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $828 before tax, or $960 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 Clyde pays $1,589 a year, 62% 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 ClydeStudio$9581 bedroom$1,0472 bedrooms$1,3103 bedrooms$1,7024 bedrooms$2,013
HUD fair market rent for FY2027, Abilene, TX MSA. This is what a typical, modest unit rents for, including utilities.
MeasureHereTexasUS
Median rent28% lower than Texas$1,017$1,403$1,413
Median home value47% lower than Texas$151,200$283,800$332,700
Home value to income39% lower than Texas2.2x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent5 points higher than Texas56%52%51%
Median property tax per year62% lower than Texas$1,589$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them11 points higher than Texas74%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas197319921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$960
Mortgage payment
$828
Property tax
$132
Median rent, for comparison
$1,017

Based on a $151,200 home in Clyde, 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 Clyde safe?

In 2025, Clyde Police Department reported 7 violent crimes and 39 property crimes. That works out to 170 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 56% lower than the Texas rate of 387, and 949 property crimes per 100,000, 55% lower than the state rate.

Violent crime is up about 38% since 2021, based on the yearly rates below.

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 in Clyde by yearTexas1702022202320242025

Violent crimes per 100,000 people by year. The dashed line is the Texas rate for 2025.

Violent crime
170
per 100k, Texas 387
Property crime
949
per 100k, Texas 2,086
Property crimes per 100,000 people in Clyde by yearTexas9492022202320242025

Property crimes per 100,000 people by year.

Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer, Clyde Police Department, 2025. Rates count reported crimes only and cover the area this police department serves.

Schools in Clyde

Clyde has 4 public school campuses with a 2025 state rating inside the city, and 75% of them earn an A or B. Most students here are served by Clyde CISD.

Top-rated campuses include Clyde High School. The average rating score across all campuses is 86 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
76
of 100 vs Texas towns
Average rating
86
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

  • AClyde High SchoolHigh, Clyde CISD91 of 100
  • BClyde ElementaryElementary, Clyde CISD87 of 100
  • BClyde IntermediateElementary, Clyde CISD87 of 100
  • CClyde Junior HighMiddle, Clyde CISD78 of 100

Daily life in Clyde

Everyday places mapped inside Clyde, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include Clyde City Park, Clyde Public Library.

The average one-way commute is 35 minutes, 30% longer than the Texas average. 12% of workers work from home. Fewer than 3% walk, bike or take transit to work, so plan on driving for almost everything.

Downtown Abilene is about 14 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in Clyde work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.

The median household income is $68,184, income per person is $27,855, unemployment is 6.4% and 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

Grocery stores
2
Pharmacies
3
Restaurants
21
Cafes
5
Bars
0
Parks
1
Gyms
0
Hospitals and urgent care
0
Childcare
0
Libraries
1

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income13% lower than Texas$68,184$78,476$80,734
Income per person32% lower than Texas$27,855$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rate1 points higher than Texas6.4%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty lineAbout the same as Texas14%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher19 points lower than Texas15%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher9 points higher than Texas95%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance6 points lower than Texas13%20%11%
Homes with broadband internet5 points higher than Texas97%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute30% higher than Texas35 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home2 points lower than Texas12%14%15%
Workers who work from home12%
Workers who take transit0%
Workers who walk0.5%
Workers who bike0%

Who lives in Clyde

Under 1827%
18 to 3420%
35 to 6438%
65 and over15%

Median age 37.4 years. 36% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White72%
Hispanic or Latino25%
Black0.1%
Asian0%
Other or more than one race2.9%

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

Weather in Clyde

Clyde has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 95°F and January lows about 30°F. There are about 103 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 28 inches of rain a year.

Average monthly high and low temperatures in Clyde30°50°70°90°58J62F69M78A85M92J95J94A88S79O67N58DRain

Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Abilene 6ese, 8 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 wavesHigh
  • 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 Clyde

Nearby, Baird gets a C+, Potosi gets an A+ and Abilene gets a C. Each is graded against Texas places of its own size, so a small town and a big city can both earn an A.

  1. C+BairdTown, 1,642 people6 mi
  2. A+PotosiTown, 4,322 people11 mi
  3. CAbileneCity, 128,053 people14 mi
  4. B+AlbanyTown, 1,849 people25 mi
  5. BCross PlainsTown, 1,019 people27 mi
  6. B+MerkelTown, 2,699 people30 mi

Clyde in the Abilene area

How it ranks among 8 places in the metro.

  1. 1A+Potosi4,322 people9 mito downtown
  2. 2B+Merkel2,699 people16 mito downtown
  3. 3BCross Plains1,019 people40 mito downtown
  4. 4B-Hamlin2,011 people38 mito downtown
  5. 5B-Anson2,531 people23 mito downtown
  6. 6C+Baird1,642 people20 mito downtown
  7. 7CClyde3,954 people14 mito downtown
  8. 8CAbilene128,053 people0 mito downtown

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Living in Clyde: common questions

Is Clyde, TX a good place to live?

We give Clyde a C. It ranks 390th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on internet access and schools, and trails on getting around and health. It is a strong pick for remote workers.

How much does it cost to live in Clyde?

Renters in Clyde pay a median of $1,017 a month, 28% lower than the Texas median. The median home is worth $151,200, 47% lower than the Texas median. A median home costs 2.2x 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 $960, including property tax.

Is Clyde safe?

In 2025, Clyde Police Department reported 170 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 56% lower than the Texas rate. Property crime was 949 per 100,000, 55% lower than the Texas rate.

Are the schools good in Clyde?

We found 4 rated public school campuses inside Clyde. 75% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 76 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

Does Clyde flood?

FEMA rates river flooding risk in Clyde as moderate, and coastal flooding as not rated. Hazards rated high or very high here: tornadoes, heat waves, 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 Clyde?

Summers in Clyde peak at about 95°F in July, and January nights fall to about 30°F. Expect around 103 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 28 inches of rain.

How long is the commute in Clyde?

The average one-way commute is 35 min, 30% higher than the Texas average. About 12% of workers work from home. It is about 14 miles from downtown Abilene.

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.