Fort Stockton, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Pecos County County
Fort Stockton, TX
At a Glance
How Fort Stockton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Fort Stockton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Fort Stockton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Fort Stockton residents earn a median household income of $69,688 , which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,474. The unemployment rate stands at 1.0% (72% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 20.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 464 business establishments, including 55 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fort Stockton is $176,600 , 37% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $173,910. Median rent is $977/month, with 27.8% 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 1973.
Safety & Crime
Fort Stockton reports 163 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 57% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 263/100K.
Education
14.3% of adults in Fort Stockton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below the national average). 85.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Fort Stockton has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 12.8 inches.