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Big Wells, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Dimmit County County
Big Wells, TX
At a Glance
How Big Wells Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Big Wells's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Big Wells a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Big Wells residents earn a median household income of $29,135 , which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,130. The unemployment rate stands at 6.8% (89% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 43.4% 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 Big Wells is $75,000 , 73% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $92,393. Median rent is $738/month, with 21.1% 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 1979.
Safety & Crime
Big Wells 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
4.2% of adults in Big Wells hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below the national average). 55.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Big Wells has an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. The area gets 324 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 19.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.