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Amherst, TX
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Amherst, TX
At a Glance
How Amherst Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Amherst's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Amherst a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Amherst residents earn a median household income of $54,583 , which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $16,525. The unemployment rate stands at 0.6% (83% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 25.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 414 business establishments, including 16 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Amherst is $36,300 , 87% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $86,945. Median rent is $969/month, with 17.7% 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 1956.
Safety & Crime
Amherst reports 272 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 28% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,202/100K.
Education
6.3% of adults in Amherst hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below the national average). 74.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Amherst has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 19.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.