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Carthage, TX

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Population
6,640
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
313 ft
Median Home Value
$164,200
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$797/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$51,250
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Carthage

Set among the pine forests of East Texas about twenty miles from the Louisiana border, Carthage offers a quiet, welcoming community of around 6,500 residents. As the county seat of Panola County, it combines the charm of small-town living with the practical perks of a central hub, including local healthcare, county services, and easy access to larger nearby cities.

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At the heart of town is a classic courthouse square surrounded by local businesses, cozy diners, and friendly neighborhood spots. Higher education is close at hand at Panola College, while music fans appreciate the town's roots at the Texas Country Music Hall of Fame. With well-regarded local schools, family-friendly events like the annual Potlatch Festival, and nearby Lake Murvaul for fishing and boating, Carthage makes it easy to settle into a relaxed East Texas lifestyle.

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Lower FEMA County Drought Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow State Income TaxA+100.0rating

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