Town in Hardeman County

Living in Quanah, TX

B-

314th of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 57 of 100

Quanah earns a grade of B- on our index, 314th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on cost of living and getting around, and trails on internet access and education levels. It is a strong pick for people on a budget.

  • Good for people on a budget
  • Affordable
  • Short commutes
  • Education levels scores low (14 of 100)
  • Health scores low (18 of 100)
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Where Quanah is in Texas.
Population
2,097-7.9% since 2020
Median rent
$66653% lower than Texas
Median home value
$71,10075% lower than Texas
Household income
$51,161Median
Average commute
13 minOne way
Violent crime
No dataNo full-year report

What it's like to live in Quanah

Quanah is a town in Hardeman County. 2,097 people lived here in 2025, down 7.9% from 2020. It is small-town and rural in feel, with an older housing stock (the median home dates to 1960).

Places locals use include Quanah City Park and Thompson-Sawyer Public Library.

The median age is 47.3, 27% of households have children, 73% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $51,161 a year (35% lower than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Quanah

  • Lower rent. Median rent is $666, 53% lower than the Texas median.
  • Homes are affordable for local incomes. The median home costs 1.4 times the median household income, against 3.6 times across Texas.
  • Short commutes. The average trip to work takes 13 minutes, against 27 across Texas.

Cons of living in Quanah

  • Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of tornadoes, heat waves and hail as very high here.
  • Spotty home internet. Only 78% of homes have a broadband plan.

Who Quanah suits

  • FamiliesNot the best fit: 33% of rated schools earn an A or B. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 36% for families.
  • Young professionalsA reasonable fit: household income is 35% lower than the Texas median, with 18 restaurants and 1 cafe in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 78% for young professionals.
  • RetireesA reasonable fit: 17% of working-age adults are uninsured. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 68% for retirees.
  • Remote workersNot the best fit: 78% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $666 is 53% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 36% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetA reasonable fit: the median rent of $666 is 53% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 84% for people on a budget.

Quanah report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Quanah 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 $666, homes cost 1.4x income.

    90 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade C-

    Median household income $51,161, 3.1% unemployed.

    35 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade C-

    3 rated campuses, 33% rated A or B.

    35 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 C+

    1 grocery store, 18 restaurants, 2 parks mapped in town.

    49 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade A-

    Average commute 13 min, 10% work from home.

    84 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade D-

    13% have a bachelor’s degree.

    14 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade D

    17% of adults uninsured.

    18 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade D

    73% of homes owner-occupied.

    19 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade D-

    78% of homes have broadband.

    9 of 100 vs US towns

Where Quanah stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Home value to income: 1.4x62% lower than Texas (3.6x)
  • Median rent: $66653% lower than Texas ($1,403)
  • Average commute: 13 min51% lower than Texas (27 min)

Worse than Texas

  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 13%21 points lower than Texas (34%)
  • Vacant homes: 30%21 points higher than Texas (9.4%)
  • Median household income: $51,16135% lower than Texas ($78,476)

Cost of living in Quanah

Rent is the cost most newcomers feel first. The median rent in Quanah is $666 a month, 53% lower than the Texas median of $1,403. To keep that rent at 30% of income, a household needs to earn about $27,000 a year. Right now 49% of renters here pay more than 30% of their income on rent.

HUD sets fair market rents for this area at $775 for a one-bedroom, $1,014 for a two-bedroom and $1,329 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 $71,100, 75% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $389 before tax, or $462 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 Quanah pays $878 a year, 79% 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 QuanahStudio$7711 bedroom$7752 bedrooms$1,0143 bedrooms$1,3294 bedrooms$1,461
HUD fair market rent for FY2027, Hardeman County, TX. This is what a typical, modest unit rents for, including utilities.
MeasureHereTexasUS
Median rent53% lower than Texas$666$1,403$1,413
Median home value75% lower than Texas$71,100$283,800$332,700
Home value to income62% lower than Texas1.4x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent3 points lower than Texas49%52%51%
Median property tax per year79% lower than Texas$878$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them11 points higher than Texas73%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas196019921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$462
Mortgage payment
$389
Property tax
$73
Median rent, for comparison
$666

Based on a $71,100 home in Quanah, 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 Quanah

Quanah has 3 public school campuses with a 2025 state rating inside the city, and 33% of them earn an A or B. Most students here are served by Quanah ISD.

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
35
of 100 vs Texas towns
Average rating
77
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

  • BQuanah High SchoolHigh, Quanah ISD88 of 100
  • CTravis MiddleMiddle, Quanah ISD76 of 100
  • DReagan ElementaryElementary, Quanah ISD68 of 100

Daily life in Quanah

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

The average one-way commute is 13 minutes, 51% shorter than the Texas average. 10% of workers work from home. Fewer than 3% walk, bike or take transit to work, so plan on driving for almost everything.

The median household income is $51,161, income per person is $32,164, unemployment is 3.1% and 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

Grocery stores
1
Pharmacies
1
Restaurants
18
Cafes
1
Bars
0
Parks
2
Gyms
1
Hospitals and urgent care
1
Childcare
0
Libraries
1

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income35% lower than Texas$51,161$78,476$80,734
Income per person21% lower than Texas$32,164$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rate2 points lower than Texas3.1%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty lineAbout the same as Texas14%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher21 points lower than Texas13%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher2 points lower than Texas84%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance3 points lower than Texas17%20%11%
Homes with broadband internet13 points lower than Texas78%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute51% lower than Texas13 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home4 points lower than Texas10%14%15%
Workers who work from home10%
Workers who take transit0%
Workers who walk2.1%
Workers who bike0%

Who lives in Quanah

Under 1822%
18 to 3415%
35 to 6438%
65 and over25%

Median age 47.3 years. 27% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White58%
Hispanic or Latino29%
Black3.1%
Asian2.2%
Other or more than one race7.6%

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Weather in Quanah

Quanah has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 97°F and January lows about 27°F. There are about 97 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 26 inches of rain a year.

Average monthly high and low temperatures in Quanah20°40°60°80°100°54J58F68M76A84M92J97J96A87S78O65N55DRain

Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Quanah 2 Sw, 1 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 wavesVery high
  • 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 Quanah

Nearby, Vernon gets a C-, Childress gets a C+ and Paducah 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. C-VernonTown, 9,848 people27 mi
  2. C+ChildressTown, 5,834 people32 mi
  3. BPaducahTown, 1,077 people37 mi
  4. AWellingtonTown, 1,883 people47 mi
  5. C+ElectraTown, 2,351 people50 mi
  6. B+MemphisTown, 2,174 people54 mi

Living in Quanah: common questions

Is Quanah, TX a good place to live?

Quanah earns a grade of B- on our index, 314th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on cost of living and getting around, and trails on internet access and education levels. It is a strong pick for people on a budget.

How much does it cost to live in Quanah?

Median rent in Quanah is $666 a month, 53% lower than the Texas median. The median home is worth $71,100, 75% lower than the Texas median. A median home costs 1.4x 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 $462, including property tax.

Are the schools good in Quanah?

We found 3 rated public school campuses inside Quanah. 33% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 35 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

Does Quanah flood?

FEMA rates river flooding risk in Quanah 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 Quanah?

Summers in Quanah peak at about 97°F in July, and January nights fall to about 27°F. Expect around 97 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 26 inches of rain.

How long is the commute in Quanah?

The average one-way commute is 13 min, 51% lower than the Texas average. About 10% 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.