Alpine, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Jeff Davis County County
Alpine, TX
At a Glance
How Alpine Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Alpine's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Alpine a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Alpine residents earn a median household income of $54,503 , which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,893. The unemployment rate stands at 3.1% (14% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 88 business establishments, including 15 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Alpine is $207,700 , 26% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $251,901. Median rent is $901/month, with 29.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1972.
Safety & Crime
Alpine reports 149 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 61% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 50/100K.
Education
42.3% of adults in Alpine hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% above the national average). 89.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Alpine has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 16.1 inches.