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Dickens, TX
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Dickens, TX
At a Glance
How Dickens Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Dickens's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Dickens a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Dickens residents earn a median household income of $38,125 , which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,383. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 25.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 64 business establishments, including 3 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Dickens is $44,100 , 84% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $96,008. The cost of living index is 97.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1969.
Safety & Crime
Dickens reports 163 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 57% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,223/100K.
Education
3.0% of adults in Dickens hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below the national average). 78.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Dickens has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 328 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 22.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.