Corpus Christi, Texas

Population 312,192

Corpus Christi is located in Nueces County, TX. The population is 312,192, making Corpus Christi the largest city in Nueces County and the 8th largest city in the state of Texas.

There are 99 public schools in Corpus Christi with an average Homefacts rating of C+. The total crime rate for Corpus Christi is high , and there are 4 registered sex offenders residing in the city. Unemployment in Corpus Christi is very high and the median home sales price is $0. Detailed and up-to-date Corpus Christi property reports are available for any property address.

Cities near Corpus Christi include Ingleside on the Bay, Port Aransas and Ingleside.

Corpus Christi Neighborhood Report

Schools

School Rating is Above average
  • No High School Diploma: 17.1%
  • High School Graduate or Higher: 60.6%
  • Bachelor's Degree or Higher: 22.4%

Crime Rate

41.2% Higher than national avg.
  • Auto theft: 271
  • Violent Crimes: 794
  • Robbery: 151
  • Burglary: 595
  • Property Crime: 3
  • Larceny Theft: 2

Registered Offenders

98.90% Lower than national avg.
  • 4 offenders in Corpus Christi
  • 0.13 offenders/10,000 residents

Environmental Hazards

1,358 Found nearby
  • Brownfields: 10
  • Registered Polluters: 46
  • Superfunds: 36
  • Tanks & Spills: 1,266

Unemployment

Very High 5.2%
  • Texas unemployment average: 4.2%
  • National unemployment average: 3.7%

Property Values

Median Property Value $0

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99 Public Schools view public schools

Summary
There are 99 K-12 public schools in Corpus Christi, TX and 22 private schools. Homefacts rates Corpus Christi's schools as Above average, with an overall C+ rating.

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4 Registered Offenders search the registered offender database

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*100 is national avg. Greater than 100 means higher crime, lower means less crime.
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0 Former Drug Labs view all

  • Good news! No Drug lab found in Corpus Christi, TX

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2,342 Building Permits View All

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  • In 2014, the city of Corpus Christi, TX issued 2,342 building permits. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes. Of those 2,342 permits, 1182 were issued for single family homes and 1,160 were issued for multi-family homes.
  • In 2013, the city of Corpus Christi, TX issued 2,051 building permits. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes. Of those 2,051 permits, 1180 were issued for single family homes and 871 were issued for multi-family homes.
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Fair Market Rents

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  • Property Type Rent
  • Studio: $821
  • 1 Bedroom: $908
  • 2 Bedrooms: $1,122
  • 3 Bedrooms: $1,480
  • 4 Bedrooms: $1,735

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Environmental Hazards

1358 Environmental Hazards

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Health Hazards

  • Air Quality MODERATE (1005/1132)
    Corpus Christi, TX has 88.78% good air quality.
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  • Radon ZONE 3 COUNTY
    Corpus Christi, TX is a green zone.
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  • UV Index HIGH 6.49 Average
    Corpus Christi, TX is a high risk area for ultra-violet rays.
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Weather

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Average Monthly Temperature

  • January 57.88°
  • February 62.82°
  • March 67.7°
  • April 73.7°
  • May 78.92°
  • June 83.94°
  • July 84.33°
  • August 85°
  • September 82.4°
  • October 76.6°
  • November 68.8°
  • December 59.94°

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Natural Disasters

Probability of Natural Disasters for Corpus Christi, TX

Earthquakes
Corpus Christi, TX has a very low risk of earthquakes.
Hurricanes
Corpus Christi, TX has a very high risk of hurricanes.
Hail
Corpus Christi, TX has a very low risk of hail storms.
Tornadoes
Corpus Christi, TX has a high risk of tornadoes.

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Median Household Income

Median Household Income in Corpus Christi, TX: $54,344

Unemployment

Unemployment in Corpus Christi is 5.2%. It is higher than the state and national averages, 4.2% and 3.7% respectively

Workforce Breakdown

Blue Collar - 43.49%
White Collar - 56.51%

Politics

State Representatives

  • Gov. Greg Abbott
  • Sen. John Cornyn
  • Sen. Ted Cruz

City Representatives

  • Blake Farenthold
  • Filemon Vela

Neighborhood Info

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Nearest Major Airports

97 FCC Towers view all