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Canton, TX

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Population
5,070
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
504 ft
Median Home Value
$219,900
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,027/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$51,027
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in TexasPopulation rankingHighest population places in TexasNearest larger communityTerrell, Texas28 miles away · 23,921 residents.

About Canton

Canton is a city and the county seat of Van Zandt County in East Texas, located approximately forty miles west of Tyler. Widely celebrated as the home of the massive First Monday Trade Days flea market, the historic community of approximately 4,545 is served by the Canton Independent School District for public education for students.

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Lower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow State Income TaxA+100.0ratingOutskirts FitA+99.4rating

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