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Asherton, TX
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Asherton, TX
At a Glance
How Asherton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Asherton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Asherton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Asherton residents earn a median household income of $22,985 , which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,206. The unemployment rate stands at 9.0% (150% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 30.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 317 business establishments, including 25 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Asherton is $83,300 , 70% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $90,949. Median rent is $571/month, with 32.3% 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 1987.
Safety & Crime
Asherton reports 13 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 97% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,325/100K.
Education
10.0% of adults in Asherton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below the national average). 56.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Asherton has an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. The area gets 324 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 19.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.