Town in Freestone County

Living in Teague, TX

B-

317th of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 57 of 100

Teague earns a grade of B- on our index, 317th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on cost of living and schools, and trails on health and education levels. It is a strong pick for people on a budget.

  • Good for people on a budget
  • Affordable
  • Education levels scores low (18 of 100)
  • Health scores low (7 of 100)
Map of Texas showing where Teague isHoustonSan AntonioDallasAustinFort WorthTeague
Where Teague is in Texas.
Population
3,595+6.2% since 2020
Median rent
$63755% lower than Texas
Median home value
$119,90058% lower than Texas
Household income
$61,433Median
Average commute
24 minOne way
Violent crime
249Per 100k, 2025

What it's like to live in Teague

Teague is a town in Freestone County. 3,595 people lived here in 2025, up 6.2% from 2020. It is small-town and rural in feel.

Local spots people know include Teague Library and Teague City Park.

The median age is 32.6, 50% of households have children, 80% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $61,433 a year (22% lower than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Teague

  • Lower rent. Median rent is $637, 55% lower than the Texas median.
  • Homes are affordable for local incomes. The median home costs 2.0 times the median household income, against 3.6 times across Texas.

Cons of living in Teague

  • Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of tornadoes as very high here.

Who Teague suits

  • FamiliesA reasonable fit: 67% of rated schools earn an A or B and violent crime is 36% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 56% for families.
  • Young professionalsA reasonable fit: household income is 22% lower than the Texas median, with 14 restaurants and 1 cafe in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 62% for young professionals.
  • RetireesA reasonable fit: 19% of working-age adults are uninsured and violent crime is 36% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 51% for retirees.
  • Remote workersA reasonable fit: 84% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $637 is 55% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 56% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetA reasonable fit: the median rent of $637 is 55% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 85% for people on a budget.

Teague report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Teague 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 $637, homes cost 2.0x income.

    88 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade C+

    Median household income $61,433, 2.6% unemployed.

    48 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade B

    3 rated campuses, 67% rated A or B.

    66 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Safety: grade C-

    249 violent crimes per 100k, 691 property crimes per 100k.

    35 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Errands and things to do: grade B-

    2 grocery stores, 14 restaurants, 2 parks mapped in town.

    62 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade D

    Average commute 24 min, 3.2% work from home.

    21 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade D

    14% have a bachelor’s degree.

    18 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade F

    19% of adults uninsured.

    7 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade C-

    80% of homes owner-occupied.

    33 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade D

    84% of homes have broadband.

    24 of 100 vs US towns

Where Teague stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Median rent: $63755% lower than Texas ($1,403)
  • Home value to income: 2.0x46% lower than Texas (3.6x)
  • Homes owned by the people living in them: 80%17 points higher than Texas (63%)

Worse than Texas

  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 14%20 points lower than Texas (34%)
  • Vacant homes: 24%15 points higher than Texas (9.4%)
  • Median household income: $61,43322% lower than Texas ($78,476)

Cost of living in Teague

Teague renters pay a median of $637 a month, 55% lower than the statewide median. The usual rule is to spend no more than 30% of income on rent, which means earning around $25,000 a year for a median unit. Right now 48% 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 $119,900, 58% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $656 before tax, or $773 with property tax. That is $136 a month more than the median rent, a gap that can be worth it if you plan to stay a while.

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 Teague pays $1,401 a year, 67% 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 TeagueStudio$7711 bedroom$7752 bedrooms$1,0143 bedrooms$1,4044 bedrooms$1,461
HUD fair market rent for FY2027, Freestone County, TX. This is what a typical, modest unit rents for, including utilities.
MeasureHereTexasUS
Median rent55% lower than Texas$637$1,403$1,413
Median home value58% lower than Texas$119,900$283,800$332,700
Home value to income46% lower than Texas2.0x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent4 points lower than Texas48%52%51%
Median property tax per year67% lower than Texas$1,401$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them17 points higher than Texas80%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas197619921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$773
Mortgage payment
$656
Property tax
$117
Median rent, for comparison
$637

Based on a $119,900 home in Teague, 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 Teague safe?

In 2025, Teague Police Department reported 9 violent crimes and 25 property crimes. That works out to 249 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 36% lower than the Texas rate of 387, and 691 property crimes per 100,000, 67% lower than the state rate.

Violent crime has been fairly steady since 2021.

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 Teague by yearTexas24920212022202320242025

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

Violent crime
249
per 100k, Texas 387
Property crime
691
per 100k, Texas 2,086
Property crimes per 100,000 people in Teague by yearTexas69120212022202320242025

Property crimes per 100,000 people by year.

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

Schools in Teague

Teague has 3 public school campuses with a 2025 state rating inside the city, and 67% of them earn an A or B. Most students here are served by Teague ISD.

Top-rated campuses include Teague High School. The average rating score across all campuses is 84 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
66
of 100 vs Texas towns
Average rating
84
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

  • ATeague High SchoolHigh, Teague ISD91 of 100
  • BTeague ElementaryElementary, Teague ISD86 of 100
  • CTeague Junior HighMiddle, Teague ISD74 of 100

Daily life in Teague

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

The average one-way commute is 24 minutes, 8% shorter than the Texas average. 3% 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 $61,433, income per person is $26,492, unemployment is 2.6% and 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

Grocery stores
2
Pharmacies
1
Restaurants
14
Cafes
1
Bars
0
Parks
2
Gyms
2
Hospitals and urgent care
1
Childcare
3
Libraries
1

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income22% lower than Texas$61,433$78,476$80,734
Income per person35% lower than Texas$26,492$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rate3 points lower than Texas2.6%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty lineAbout the same as Texas13%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher20 points lower than Texas14%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higherAbout the same as Texas86%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insuranceAbout the same as Texas19%20%11%
Homes with broadband internet7 points lower than Texas84%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute8% lower than Texas24 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home11 points lower than Texas3.2%14%15%
Workers who work from home3.2%
Workers who take transit0%
Workers who walk0%
Workers who bike0%

Who lives in Teague

Under 1831%
18 to 3424%
35 to 6430%
65 and over15%

Median age 32.6 years. 50% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White40%
Hispanic or Latino45%
Black12%
Asian0.1%
Other or more than one race3.0%

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Weather in Teague

Teague has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 94°F and January lows about 36°F. There are about 91 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 43 inches of rain a year.

Average monthly high and low temperatures in Teague30°50°70°90°58J61F68M76A82M89J94J95A88S79O68N60DRain

Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Fairfield 3w, 8 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 high, tornado risk is very 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
  • HurricanesHigh
  • TornadoesVery high
  • HailHigh
  • Heat wavesHigh
  • WildfiresHigh
  • Winter stormsHigh
  • Strong windHigh

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 Teague

Nearby, Fairfield gets a D-, Mexia gets a D- and Wortham 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.

  1. D-FairfieldTown, 2,924 people9 mi
  2. D-MexiaTown, 6,859 people13 mi
  3. FWorthamTown, 1,160 people16 mi
  4. C+GroesbeckTown, 3,914 people17 mi
  5. B-BuffaloTown, 1,652 people17 mi
  6. C+JewettTown, 1,075 people20 mi

Living in Teague: common questions

Is Teague, TX a good place to live?

Teague earns a grade of B- on our index, 317th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on cost of living and schools, and trails on health and education levels. It is a strong pick for people on a budget.

How much does it cost to live in Teague?

Renters in Teague pay a median of $637 a month, 55% lower than the Texas median. The median home is worth $119,900, 58% lower than the Texas median. A median home costs 2.0x 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 $773, including property tax.

Is Teague safe?

In 2025, Teague Police Department reported 249 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 36% lower than the Texas rate. Property crime was 691 per 100,000, 67% lower than the Texas rate.

Are the schools good in Teague?

We found 3 rated public school campuses inside Teague. 67% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 66 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

Does Teague flood?

FEMA rates river flooding risk in Teague as low, and coastal flooding as not rated. Hazards rated high or very high here: hurricanes, 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 Teague?

Summers in Teague peak at about 94°F in July, and January nights fall to about 36°F. Expect around 91 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 43 inches of rain.

How long is the commute in Teague?

The average one-way commute is 24 min, 8% lower than the Texas average. About 3.2% 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.