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Barstow, TX
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Barstow, TX
At a Glance
How Barstow Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Barstow's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Barstow a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Barstow residents earn a median household income of $53,182 , which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,942. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 403 business establishments, including 39 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Barstow is $99,300 , 65% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $180,842. The cost of living index is 97.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1961.
Safety & Crime
Barstow reports 214 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 44% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,062/100K.
Education
1.3% of adults in Barstow hold a bachelor's degree or higher (96% below the national average). 63.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Barstow has an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 10.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.