Town in Cass County
Living in Queen City, TX
412th of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 44 of 100
Queen City gets an overall grade of C and ranks 412th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on safety and cost of living, and trails on internet access and home ownership.
- Short commutes
- Jobs and income scores low (11 of 100)
- Health scores low (18 of 100)
- Population
- 1,393-0.8% since 2020
- Median rent
- $77445% lower than Texas
- Median home value
- $116,30059% lower than Texas
- Household income
- $43,457Median
- Average commute
- 16 minOne way
- Violent crime
- 72Per 100k, 2025
What it's like to live in Queen City
Queen City is a town in Cass County. 1,393 people lived here in 2025, down 0.8% from 2020. It is small-town and rural in feel.
The median age is 44.0, 24% of households have children, 61% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $43,457 a year (45% lower than the Texas median).
Pros of living in Queen City
- Low violent crime. 72 violent crimes per 100,000 people in 2025, 81% lower than the Texas rate.
- Lower rent. Median rent is $774, 45% lower than the Texas median.
- Short commutes. The average trip to work takes 16 minutes, against 27 across Texas.
Cons of living in Queen City
- Higher poverty. 21% of people live below the poverty line, against 14% across Texas.
- Spotty home internet. Only 78% of homes have a broadband plan.
Who Queen City suits
- FamiliesA reasonable fit: 33% of rated schools earn an A or B and violent crime is 81% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 56% for families.
- Young professionalsA reasonable fit: household income is 45% lower than the Texas median, with 6 restaurants and 0 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 41% for young professionals.
- RetireesA reasonable fit: 13% of working-age adults are uninsured and violent crime is 81% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 65% for retirees.
- Remote workersNot the best fit: 78% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $774 is 45% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 12% for remote workers.
- People on a budgetA reasonable fit: the median rent of $774 is 45% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 52% for people on a budget.
Queen City report card
Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Queen City 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 B-
Median rent $774, homes cost 2.7x income.
63 of 100 vs US townsJobs and income: grade D-
Median household income $43,457, 6.5% unemployed.
11 of 100 vs US townsSchools: grade C+
3 rated campuses, 33% rated A or B.
54 of 100 vs TX townsSafety: grade B
72 violent crimes per 100k, 504 property crimes per 100k.
71 of 100 vs TX townsErrands and things to do: no grade
0 grocery stores, 6 restaurants, 0 parks mapped in town.
No score vs TX townsGetting around: grade C+
Average commute 16 min, 1.6% work from home.
53 of 100 vs US townsEducation levels: grade C-
17% have a bachelor’s degree.
40 of 100 vs US townsHealth: grade D
13% of adults uninsured.
18 of 100 vs US townsHome ownership: grade D-
61% of homes owner-occupied.
11 of 100 vs US townsInternet access: grade D-
78% of homes have broadband.
9 of 100 vs US towns
Where Queen City stands out compared with Texas
Better than Texas
- Median rent: $77445% lower than Texas ($1,403)
- Average commute: 16 min39% lower than Texas (27 min)
- Home value to income: 2.7x26% lower than Texas (3.6x)
Worse than Texas
- Median household income: $43,45745% lower than Texas ($78,476)
- Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 17%17 points lower than Texas (34%)
- Homes with broadband internet: 78%13 points lower than Texas (91%)
Cost of living in Queen City
Rent is the cost most newcomers feel first. The median rent in Queen City is $774 a month, 45% lower than the Texas median of $1,403. To keep that rent at 30% of income, a household needs to earn about $31,000 a year. Right now 55% 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 $1,404 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 $116,300, 59% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $637 before tax, or $739 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 Queen City pays $1,229 a year, 71% 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 rent45% lower than Texas | $774 | $1,403 | $1,413 |
| Median home value59% lower than Texas | $116,300 | $283,800 | $332,700 |
| Home value to income26% lower than Texas | 2.7x | 3.6x | 4.1x |
| Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent3 points higher than Texas | 55% | 52% | 51% |
| Median property tax per year71% lower than Texas | $1,229 | $4,232 | $3,119 |
| Homes owned by the people living in them1 points lower than Texas | 61% | 63% | 65% |
| Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas | 1976 | 1992 | 1980 |
Monthly cost to buy a median home
- Mortgage payment
- $637
- Property tax
- $102
- Median rent, for comparison
- $774
Based on a $116,300 home in Queen City, 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 Queen City safe?
In 2025, Queen City Police Department reported 1 violent crimes and 7 property crimes. That works out to 72 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 81% lower than the Texas rate of 387, and 504 property crimes per 100,000, 76% lower than the state rate.
Violent crime is down about 80% 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 by year. The dashed line is the Texas rate for 2025.
Property crimes per 100,000 people by year.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer, Queen City Police Department, 2025. Rates count reported crimes only and cover the area this police department serves.
Schools in Queen City
Queen City 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 Queen City ISD.
Top-rated campuses include Queen City High School. The average rating score across all campuses is 81 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
- AQueen City High SchoolHigh, Queen City ISD91 of 100
- CJ K Hileman ElementaryElementary, Queen City ISD77 of 100
- CMorris Upchurch MiddleMiddle, Queen City ISD75 of 100
Daily life in Queen City
Everyday places mapped inside Queen City, from Overture Maps.
The average one-way commute is 16 minutes, 39% shorter than the Texas average. 2% 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 $43,457, income per person is $28,524, unemployment is 6.5% and 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.
Jobs, income and education
| Measure | Here | Texas | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income45% lower than Texas | $43,457 | $78,476 | $80,734 |
| Income per person30% lower than Texas | $28,524 | $40,752 | $44,673 |
| Unemployment rate1 points higher than Texas | 6.5% | 5.3% | 5.2% |
| People below the poverty line8 points higher than Texas | 21% | 14% | 12% |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher17 points lower than Texas | 17% | 34% | 36% |
| Adults with a high school diploma or higher6 points higher than Texas | 92% | 86% | 90% |
| Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance7 points lower than Texas | 13% | 20% | 11% |
| Homes with broadband internet13 points lower than Texas | 78% | 91% | 91% |
Getting to work
| Measure | Here | Texas | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average commute39% lower than Texas | 16 min | 27 min | 26 min |
| Workers who work from home13 points lower than Texas | 1.6% | 14% | 15% |
Who lives in Queen City
Median age 44.0 years. 24% of households have children.
Race and ethnicity
Shown for information only. It is never part of any grade.
Weather in Queen City
Queen City has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 94°F and January lows about 33°F. There are about 98 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 50 inches of rain a year.
Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Atlanta, 2 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.
Natural hazard risk
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 Queen City
Nearby, Atlanta gets a C-, Linden gets a D and Wake Village 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.
Living in Queen City: common questions
Is Queen City, TX a good place to live?
Queen City gets an overall grade of C and ranks 412th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on safety and cost of living, and trails on internet access and home ownership.
How much does it cost to live in Queen City?
Median rent in Queen City is $774 a month, 45% lower than the Texas median. The median home is worth $116,300, 59% 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 $739, including property tax.
Is Queen City safe?
In 2025, Queen City Police Department reported 72 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 81% lower than the Texas rate. Property crime was 504 per 100,000, 76% lower than the Texas rate.
Are the schools good in Queen City?
We found 3 rated public school campuses inside Queen City. 33% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 54 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.
What is the weather like in Queen City?
Summers in Queen City peak at about 94°F in July, and January nights fall to about 33°F. Expect around 98 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 50 inches of rain.
How long is the commute in Queen City?
The average one-way commute is 16 min, 39% lower than the Texas average. About 1.6% 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.