Fredericksburg, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Gillespie County County
Fredericksburg, TX
At a Glance
How Fredericksburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Fredericksburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Fredericksburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Fredericksburg residents earn a median household income of $57,474 , which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,130. The unemployment rate stands at 4.6% (28% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,238 business establishments, including 148 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fredericksburg is $442,800 , 57% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $521,745. Median rent is $1,364/month, with 30.5% 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 1984.
Safety & Crime
Fredericksburg reports 85 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 78% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 563/100K.
Education
39.6% of adults in Fredericksburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% above the national average). 90.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Fredericksburg has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.6 inches.