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Gainesville, TX

Texas · Cooke County

Gainesville is a small city in Texas with a population of 17,688. Residents earn $56,341 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
17,688 Population 916/sq mi density
$56,341 Median Income $28,213 per capita
$162,900 Home Value $243,977 Zillow
$1,080 Median Rent 29.6% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
533 Violent Crime/100K 2,217 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$56,341 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$162,900 home value, $1,080/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
533 violent crimes/100K (40% above avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $56,341
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $162,900
42% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 533/100K
40% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.6%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,080
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.1%
38% higher than US avg

How Gainesville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population17,688
Median Age35.4 yrs
Density916/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 68%
Veterans6.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$56,341
Per Capita$28,213
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty17.1%
County GDP$3,433M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$162,900
Rent$1,080
Ownership57.2%
Zillow$243,977
Housing Units7,242
Rent Burden29.6%

Crime

F
Violent533/100K
Property2,217/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault431/100K
Burglary354/100K

Health

Obesity39.2%
Uninsured21.3%
Smoking17.1%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain42.8 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation760 ft (232 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.6%
High School+83.2%
Graduate+6.1%
School Score5.26

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute23 min
Broadband77.1%
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Gainesville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gainesville receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Gainesville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gainesville is $56,341, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 17.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gainesville is $162,900, 42% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,080 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 533 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,217 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

19.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Gainesville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Gainesville has a population of 17,688 with a density of 916 people per square mile, spread across 19.0 square miles. The median age is 35.4 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.3% female and 48.7% male. The city is predominantly White (67.7%), with 1.9% Hispanic, 7.2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 76.7% of residents, while 23.3% speak Spanish. 6.7% of the population are veterans. 14.3% of residents have a disability. 80.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

17,688
Total Population
916
People / sq mi
35.4yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
19.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Gainesville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 76.7%
2% below US avg
Spanish 23.3%
74% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Gainesville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gainesville is $56,341, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,213 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,209, 16% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.1% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,110 business establishments, including 103 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 6.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Gainesville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,341
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,213
Avg Weekly Wage$1,209
IRS Avg AGI$84,511
Gini Index0.455 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.1%
38% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,110
County GDP$3,433M

Business (County)

Restaurants103
Healthcare81
Retail147
Manufacturing73

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,807
123% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.9 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Gainesville is $162,900, 42% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $243,977, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 96.8% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,080 (7% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. 57.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 7,242 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1970. The average annual property tax is $7,807 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 29.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$162,900
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$243,977
Median List Price$255,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$255,000
$/Sq Ft$135
Homes Sold7
Sale-to-List Ratio96.8%
Price Drops22.2%
Inventory108

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,080
7% below US avg
Rent Burden29.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Homeownership57.2%
Owner-Occupied57.2%
Renter-Occupied42.8%
Housing Units7,242
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,807
123% above US avg
Effective Rate4.79%
In Gainesville, 39.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.0% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.3% of residents. 34.9% have high blood pressure. 17.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.3% report binge drinking. 31.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 24.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.9% experience frequent mental distress. 21.3% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,840. The dentist ratio is 1:2,392. 62.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.6 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS - 2026-05-26)

PM2.5
3.7
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
4.3
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
1.4
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
111.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
1.0
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
138.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: Gainesville vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes13.0%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure34.9%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.8%
Cancer6.4%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.1%
22% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity31.9%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress15.5%
Short Sleep41.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.2%
Uninsured21.3%
148% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,840
Dentists1:2,392
Mental Health1:1,459
Checkup Rate72.2%
Dental Visits46.8%
Premature Death8,596/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access62.4%
Healthcare Facilities81
Gainesville has a violent crime rate of 533 per 100,000 residents, 40% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 431.5 per 100,000, robbery at 30.0, rape at 71.9. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,217 per 100,000, 13% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,792, burglary at 354, vehicle theft at 72 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 12 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Gainesville receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Gainesville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent533.3/100K
40% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape71.9/100K
Robbery30.0/100K
Assault431.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,217.2/100K
13% above US avg
Burglary353.6/100K
Theft1,791.7/100K
Vehicle Theft71.9/100K
Arson6.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
Traffic Accidents23
Avg Accident Severity2.6 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Gainesville enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 308 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches. The area receives 2.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 760 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.2°F
17% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation760 ft (232 m)
Area19.0 sq mi (49.3 km²)
Population Density916/sq mi
Coordinates33.6386°N, 97.1484°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyCooke County County
Nearest AirportNorth Texas Regional/Perrin Field (PNX)
28 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.8"
13% above US avg
Snowfall 2.6"
Wettest Month (May) 5.43"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.89"

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score73.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability53.2 / 100
Community Resilience25.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Moderate
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Relatively High
Drought Relatively High
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

233 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M3.1 on Aug 29, 2024.

Sep 6, 1997 6 km N of Tupelo, Oklahoma M4.5 131 km
Jan 18, 1995 4 km SSE of Erin Springs, Oklahoma M4.2 133 km
May 7, 2015 5 km N of Venus, Texas M4.0 129 km
Nov 15, 1990 5 km SSE of Erin Springs, Oklahoma M3.9 131 km
Nov 28, 2013 6 km SSW of Perrin, Texas M3.7 115 km
Dec 9, 2013 8 km S of Perrin, Texas M3.7 114 km
Sep 25, 2023 9 km WNW of Velma, Oklahoma M3.7 110 km
Dec 8, 2013 0 km NNE of Sanctuary, Texas M3.6 90 km
Jan 7, 2015 6 km NE of Irving, Texas M3.6 91 km
Nov 20, 2013 1 km NNW of Azle, Texas M3.6 89 km
Dec 17, 1992 7 km SSE of Erin Springs, Oklahoma M3.6 129 km
Jun 8, 2004 6 km N of Lone Grove, Oklahoma M3.5 67 km
Mar 4, 2013 5 km S of Tishomingo, Oklahoma M3.5 75 km
Jan 6, 2015 4 km ENE of Irving, Texas M3.5 92 km
Jun 24, 2012 3 km SSE of Briaroaks, Texas M3.5 130 km
Apr 28, 2013 4 km NNW of Oakland, Oklahoma M3.5 64 km
May 19, 2018 8 km NW of Venus, Texas M3.4 129 km
Sep 30, 2012 4 km NW of Irving, Texas M3.4 90 km
May 31, 1997 3 km ESE of Neylandville, Texas M3.4 121 km
Nov 25, 2013 3 km WNW of Sanctuary, Texas M3.4 91 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tornado History

744 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 68 fatalities, 973 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 27, 2024 EF4 31 km 1
Feb 10, 2009 EF4 54 km 8
Apr 19, 1972 EF4 90 km 5
Apr 27, 1966 EF4 95 km 0
Apr 2, 1957 EF4 74 km 3
Apr 2, 1957 EF4 61 km 2
May 25, 2024 EF3 48 km 0
May 25, 2024 EF3 57 km 7
Apr 27, 2024 EF3 94 km 1
Oct 20, 2019 EF3 88 km 0
Apr 30, 2019 EF3 95 km 2
May 9, 2016 EF3 96 km 1
May 25, 2015 EF3 90 km 1
May 10, 2010 EF3 69 km 0
May 9, 2006 EF3 66 km 3
May 7, 1995 EF3 38 km 2
May 7, 1995 EF3 32 km 3
Mar 13, 1990 EF3 90 km 0
Apr 2, 1982 EF3 37 km 0
Apr 2, 1982 EF3 80 km 1
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: LOCO-HEALDTON (56,584 ac, 2009).

Year Name Acres Distance
2009 LOCO-HEALDTON 56,584 80 km
1991 ARBUCKLE 29,823 83 km
2021 WINDMILL 28,410 86 km
2009 MONTAGUE COUNTY COMPLEX 25,907 69 km
2009 RATCLIFF CITY-TATUMS 23,099 99 km
2009 BRUSHY MOUNTAIN 18,412 49 km
2006 RINGGOLD 16,382 69 km
2005 UNNAMED 15,416 90 km
1996 HENRIETTA FIRE 13,629 92 km
2006 RATLIFF CITY 12,435 91 km
1996 POOLVILLE FIRE 12,128 96 km
2000 UNNAMED 9,943 85 km
2011 CHERRY HOMES 7,398 87 km
1988 UNNAMED 7,228 83 km
2006 BIALOCO 6,843 89 km
2009 MONTAGUE COUNTY COMPLEX 6,505 39 km
2017 SQUIRREL CREEK 6,463 96 km
2011 MCDONALD II 5,932 85 km
2005 CALLISBURG 5,797 15 km
1996 UNNAMED 5,370 46 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (6°C) 1.9 in Coldest, Driest
February 47°F (8°C) 2.4 in
March 55°F (13°C) 3.3 in
April 63°F (17°C) 3.6 in
May 71°F (22°C) 5.4 in Wettest
June 79°F (26°C) 4.1 in
July 83°F (28°C) 2.3 in Warmest
August 83°F (28°C) 2.2 in
September 76°F (24°C) 4.5 in
October 65°F (18°C) 3.9 in
November 53°F (12°C) 2.8 in
December 45°F (7°C) 2.4 in

Gainesville has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 42°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.4") and January the driest (1.9").

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Gainesville is located in Cooke County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K-20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 19.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 42% below the national average of 33.7%. 83.2% have completed high school. 6.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 83.1% of the vote, a 66.9-point margin. 77.1% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 81 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 80% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.1%
D 16.2%

Winner: Republican by 66.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
Traffic Accidents23
Avg Accident Severity2.6 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.6%
42% below US avg
High School+83.2%
Graduate Degree+6.1%
School Test Score5.26
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K-20K, adjacent
Population Density916/sq mi
Total Area19.0 sq mi
CountyCooke County County

Services

Broadband Access77.1%
Avg Download Speed67.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed31.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities81
Restaurants103
Retail Stores147

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.9 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.9%
Average costs for common services in Gainesville. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $243 ($146-$388)
Specialist Visit $340 ($194-$534)
Urgent Care Visit $194 ($97-$340)
Emergency Room Visit $2,136 ($777-$4,855)
Dental Cleaning $126 ($73-$194)
Dental Filling $243 ($146-$388)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $44 ($24-$73)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $73 ($49-$117)
Brake Pad Replacement $291 ($146-$486)
Tire Rotation $39 ($19-$73)
New Tires (Set of 4) $583 ($388-$971)
Battery Replacement $194 ($97-$340)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $97 ($58-$146)
Electrician (Per Hour) $87 ($49-$136)
HVAC Repair $388 ($146-$777)
HVAC System Install $6,797 ($3,884-$11,652)
Roof Repair $971 ($388-$1,942)
Roof Replacement $8,739 ($5,341-$14,565)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,457 ($486-$3,399)
Divorce (Contested) $14,565 ($4,855-$29,130)
DUI Defense $4,855 ($1,942-$9,710)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,457 ($777-$2,913)
Will Preparation $486 ($194-$971)
Trust Preparation $2,428 ($971-$4,855)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($15-$44)
Women's Haircut $53 ($29-$97)
Hair Coloring (Full) $146 ($73-$243)
Manicure $24 ($15-$44)
Pedicure $39 ($24-$63)
Massage (1 Hour) $78 ($49-$126)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.98 ($2.91-$5.34)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.40 ($2.43-$4.86)
Loaf of Bread $3.69 ($2.43-$5.34)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.37 ($2.91-$6.31)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.34 ($3.88-$7.28)
Rice (per lb) $0.97 ($0.58-$1.75)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $136 ($78-$243)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $68 ($29-$146)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $68 ($39-$117)
Internet (Monthly) $68 ($39-$97)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $63 ($29-$97)
Cable TV (Monthly) $83 ($49-$146)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $194 ($73-$486)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,942 ($1,165-$3,399)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $68 ($29-$126)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($7.77-$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $97 ($29-$243)
Driver's License Renewal $29 ($15-$73)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,165 ($583-$2,428)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $971 ($486-$1,942)
After-School Care (Monthly) $388 ($194-$680)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $49 ($24-$97)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $971 ($388-$2,428)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,138 ($4,855-$29,130)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $58 ($29-$97)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $97 ($49-$194)
Dog Grooming $58 ($29-$97)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $39 ($19-$73)
Dog Spay/Neuter $291 ($146-$486)
Cat Spay/Neuter $194 ($97-$388)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$598
Toddler$563
Preschool$550
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$541
Toddler$520
Preschool$511
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Cooke County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 3,156 70 $73,913 2.32
Retail Trade 1,872 137 $38,692 1.13
Mining & Oil/Gas 1,834 40 $109,867 29.32
Accommodation & Food Services 1,556 81 $24,259 1.03
Health Care & Social Assistance 914 104 $42,141 0.39
Construction 885 123 $60,544 1.02
Finance & Insurance 619 56 $73,970 0.92
Wholesale Trade 536 64 $90,887 0.82
Other Services 448 63 $51,962 0.90
Professional & Technical Services 412 96 $74,502 0.36
Transportation & Warehousing 279 24 $68,034 0.40
Real Estate 176 40 $65,249 0.69
Information & Technology 144 14 $97,118 0.46
Utilities 134 7 $102,194 2.13
Agriculture & Forestry 104 44 $43,939 0.78
Arts & Entertainment 36 10 $20,544 0.13
Unclassified 13 4 $53,257 0.56
Educational Services 5 5 $32,254 0.01

Colleges & Universities in Gainesville

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
North Central Texas College Public · Associate 11,191 - $4,680 $7,200

Hospitals in Gainesville

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
NORTH TEXAS MEDICAL CENTER Acute Care Hospitals 4/5 Yes (940) 612-8600

Schools in Gainesville

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
GAINESVILLE H S High 863 56 15.4:1
W E CHALMERS EL Elementary 716 44 16.3:1
EDISON EL Elementary 683 37 18.5:1
CALLISBURG EL Elementary 549 38 14.4:1
GAINESVILLE J H Middle 426 28 15.2:1
GAINESVILLE INT Middle 408 24 17.0:1
LONE STAR H S NORTH High 108 - -
SIVELLS BEND EL Elementary 70 6 11.7:1
WALNUT BEND EL Elementary 54 6 9.0:1
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Radio Stations near Gainesville

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
KNTU 88.1 Indie alternative, indie AAC+ 96 kbps
88.1 KNTU The One - AAC+ 96 kbps

Campgrounds Near Gainesville

7 campgrounds found near Gainesville.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Black Creek Lake 4.7/5 1 $10
CANEY CREEK 4.2/5 53 $16, $50
JUNIPER POINT 4.2/5 48 $16, $50
PRESTON BEND 4.0/5 34 $15, $26
Tadra Point 4.0/5 1 $10
BUNCOMBE CREEK 3.8/5 54 $24
Valley View Group Use - 1 $10

National Parks Near Gainesville

7 national parks and monuments found near Gainesville.

ParkTypeFee
Chickasaw National Recreation Area National Recreation Area Free
Eisenhower State Park State Park Free
Lake Mineral Wells State Park State Park Free
Lake Murray State Resort Park State Park Free
Lake Texoma State Resort Park State Park Free
Ray Roberts Lake State Park State Park Free
Ray Roberts Lake State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Gainesville

10 trails found near Gainesville.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
LBJ ORANGE 25.6 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
LBJ WHITE 10.4 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
LBJ YELLOW 6.9 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
LBJ BLUE 3.7 NATIVE MATERIAL - - -
LBJ BLUE 3 CONNECTOR 2.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
LBJ BLUE 1 CONNECTOR (EUREKA) 2.2 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
LBJ RED TRAIL 3 CONNECTOR 1.5 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
LBJ RED TRAIL 1 CONNECTOR 1.4 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
LBJ BLUE 2 CONNECTOR 0.8 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes
LBJ RED TRAIL 2 CONNECTOR 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL - - Yes

Museums in Gainesville

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
COOKE COUNTY HERITAGE SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION210 SOUTH DIXON9406688900$109,051
MORTON MUSEUM OF COOKE COUNTYGENERAL MUSEUM210 S DIXON ST9406688900
RICHARDSON HOUSE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9035649176

Libraries in Gainesville

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
WHITESBORO PUBLIC LIBRARY308 W MAIN ST0.070,332
COOKE COUNTY LIBRARY200 S WEAVER ST0.054,706
PILOT POINT COMMUNITY LIBRARY324 S WASHINGTON ST0.019,003
MUENSTER PUBLIC LIBRARY418 N ELM ST0.07,294

Farmers Markets in Gainesville

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Colwell's Farmers Market9079 HWY37701/01/2018 to 12/31/2018Mon: 9:00 AM-5:30 PM;Tue: 9:00 AM-5:30 PM;Wed: 9:00 AM-5:30 PM;Thu: 9:00 AM-5:30 PM;Fri: 9:00 AM-5:3

Hotels in Gainesville

8 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Comfort Suites
Days Inn
Fairfield Inn & Suites
Hampton Inn & Suites Gainesville
Holiday Inn Express
La Quinta Inn & Suites Gainesville
Quality Inn
The Shady Lady Bed & Breakfast

Restaurants in Gainesville

13 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Applebee's
Chili's
Cracker Barrel
El Tapatio
Fuku Japanese Grill
Goodies on Commerce
IHOP
RibCrib
Sarah's On the Square
Sonic Drive-In
Tacos la Garnet
The Patio Downtown
Villa Grande

Cafes in Gainesville

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hills Café
Starbucks

Cinemas in Gainesville

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

D-Max Theatre

Theatres in Gainesville

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Butterfield Stage

Zoos in Gainesville

1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Frank Buck Zoo

Dentists in Gainesville

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Starnes Orthodontics

Train Stations in Gainesville

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gainesville

Gas Stations in Gainesville

14 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chevron
Chevron
Chevron
Conoco
Conoco
Exxon
Murphy USA
QuikTrip
QuikTrip
QuikTrip
Valero
Valero
Valero
Valero

Banks in Gainesville

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

First State Bank

Gyms in Gainesville

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Anytime Fitness

Nursing Homes in Gainesville

4 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
GAINESVILLE CONVALESCENT CENTER
1900 O'NEAL ST
For profit - Corporation 112 58 5/5 - 2/5 4/5 9406652826
RENAISSANCE CARE CENTER
1400 BLACKSHILL DR
Government - Hospital district 91 68 5/5 - 1/5 5/5 9406655221
PECAN TREE REHAB AND HEALTHCARE CENTER
1900 E CALIFORNIA ST
For profit - Corporation 122 86 3/5 - 1/5 4/5 9406686263
RIVER VALLEY HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER
1907 REFINERY RD
For profit - Corporation 116 54 1/5 - 1/5 1/5 9406650386

Pharmacies in Gainesville

7 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
AMERICARE PHARMACY INCORPORATED 217 NORTH WEAVER STREET 940-668-6868
CVS - 6901 1520 NORTH GRAND AVENUE 940-665-0314
HOMETOWN PHARMACY 1201 OLIVE STREET 940-668-7384
PLAZA HOME HEALTH CARE 315 EAST CALIFORNIA STREET 940-665-5348
PLAZA PHARMACY AND WELLNESS CENTER 411 NORTH GRAND AVENUE 940-665-8401
TOM THUMB 206 NORTH GRAND AVENUE 940-665-7622
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 185 1800 LAWRENCE STREET 940-665-2839

EV Charging Stations in Gainesville

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Store 282 Gainsville - 3703 - N I-35 Frontage3703 N I-35EV Connect2J1772COMBOpublic

Cell Towers in Gainesville

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
1000' SOUTH OF HIGHWAY 82 (77765)GTOWER128
5308 CR 331 (77787)GTOWER104
788 NORTH MESQUITE STREET (77771)GTOWER95
385 Crossroads Rd. (103215)GTOWER95
385 Crossroads Rd. (103215)GTOWER95
125 CR 146TOWER93
COUNTY ROAD 423TOWER86
508 S PECAN CREEK TRAIL (Valley View #9253)TOWER79
ROUTE 2, BOX 22 (43013)LTOWER70
1000 NORTH WASHINGTON STREET (8022)LTOWER61
1000 NORTH WASHINGTON STREET (8022)LTOWER61
6952 N. I35 (Graves site)TOWER61
306 NORTH RAY ROBERTS PARKWAY (70136)LTOWER59
306 NORTH RAY ROBERTS PARKWAY (70136)LTOWER59
1.25 MI S OF I-35 & US 77 (55474)LTOWER59
1.25 MI S OF I-35 & US 77 (55474)LTOWER59
4451 I-35 (77590)LTOWER43

Fire Stations in Gainesville

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Gainesville Fire Department201 Santa Fe STMostly career940-668-7777
Moss Lake Volunteer Fire Department, Inc.160 FM 1201 SpurVolunteer940-668-2828
Oak Ridge Volunteer Fire Department7446 E US HWY 82Volunteer940-736-4214

Power Plants Near Gainesville

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
NORTH GAINESVILLE SOLARSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-97.2OP

Bridges in Gainesville

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete20242950,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous194923044,371F
CulvertConcrete19484744,371F
CulvertConcrete19484333,645F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous196346522,185F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous194746522,185F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous199860821,615G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous199759921,015F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete200019721,015G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete200019721,015G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous195815121,015F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous195815021,015F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199613520,497G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199613520,497G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete198929918,165G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete198929918,165G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous194923015,214F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199023010,508G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199023010,508G
SlabPrestressed concrete20101239,874G
OtherPrestressed concrete2013909,742G
Tee BeamConcrete19301069,742F
Tee BeamConcrete1934858,121G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous20233506,804G
CulvertConcrete1938436,005F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete19631825,691F
Tee BeamConcrete19341715,691G
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete20001014,628G
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete1976934,457G
CulvertConcrete1960424,354G
OtherPrestressed concrete20111164,026G
CulvertConcrete1960433,420F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete1983962,740G
SlabConcrete19491002,548F
CulvertConcrete1976271,958G
CulvertConcrete1996261,570G
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete1960611,424F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete1954901,355G
OtherPrestressed concrete20131211,334G
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete1961611,314G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19601451,223F
OtherPrestressed concrete20131221,080G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199975995G
CulvertConcrete194821995F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2013115752G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1963310680F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete1986120592F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1959340474F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196728400P
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2024100220G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2022650185G
CulvertSteel200031130F
Girder/FloorbeamSteel199950100F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200085100G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete202410050G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20054540F

Correctional Facilities in Gainesville

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
GAINESVILLE STATE SCHOOL1379 FM 678STATE335350OPEN
COOKE COUNTY JAIL300 COUNTY RD 451COUNTY162212OPEN

Amtrak Stations in Gainesville

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Gainesville, TX605 East California StreetTRAIN

Airports Near Gainesville

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dallas Fort Worth International AirportDFWLarge Airport
North Texas Regional Airport Perrin FieldPNXMedium Airport
Perot Field/Fort Worth Alliance AirportAFWMedium Airport
Adams Field-Small Airport
Addington Field-Small Airport
Addison AirportADSSmall Airport
Aero Country Airport-Small Airport
Aero Valley Airport-Small Airport
Air Park Dallas Airport-Small Airport
Akroville Airport-Small Airport
Allison Farm Airport-Small Airport
Ardmore Downtown Executive AirportAHDSmall Airport
Ardmore Municipal AirportADMSmall Airport
Arnett Landing Airport-Small Airport
Bar V K Airport-Small Airport
Bass Aero Airport-Small Airport
Baylie Airport-Small Airport
Belcher Airport-Small Airport
Bird Dog Airfield-Small Airport
Bird Dog Landing-Small Airport
Bishop Airport-Small Airport
Bishop's Landing Airport-Small Airport
Blackjack Field-Small Airport
Blue Jay Airfield-Small Airport
Blue Ridge Airport-Small Airport
Bowie Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Bridgeport Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Brushy Creek Airport-Small Airport
Bucker Field-Small Airport
Butler Airport-Small Airport
Cain Airport-Small Airport
Campbell Field-Small Airport
Carter-Norman Airport-Small Airport
Cedar Mills Airport-Small Airport
Clark Airport-Small Airport
Colby Field-Small Airport
D An P Farm Airport-Small Airport
Dauenhauer Field-Small Airport
Decatur Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Dennis Ranch Airport-Small Airport
Denton Enterprise Airport-Small Airport
Deussen Field-Small Airport
Dew Drop Airport-Small Airport
Diamond J Airport-Small Airport
Donna Field-Small Airport
Dooley Airport-Small Airport
Dreamland Airport-Small Airport
Dry Valley Airport-Small Airport
Eagle's Landing Airport-Small Airport
Edgington Ranch Airport-Small Airport

Police Stations in Gainesville

3 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Muenster Police Department
Pilot Point Police Department1797 North Washington Street
Whitesboro Police Department113 West Main Street

Grocery Stores in Gainesville

28 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
BRAUM'S 65Other400 W California St
CVS PHARMACY INC 6901Other1520 N Grand Ave
Dollar General 17609Other50 County Rd 105
DOLLAR GENERAL 4215Other629 N Grand Ave
Dollar Tree 2549Other1501 N Grand Ave
Gainesville Truck StopConvenience Store3590 N Interstate 35
Get N GoConvenience Store410 W Highway 82
Grand Central Express 1Convenience Store102 N Grand Ave
Grand Food MartConvenience Store110 N Grand Ave
Highway 51 Quick StopConvenience Store1807 W California St
La Villa Meat Market 1Grocery Store3415 E Highway 82
Lama 111 001Convenience Store903 W Highway 82
LONE STAR FOOD STORE 4486Convenience Store1033 E California St
LONE STAR FOOD STORE 4487Convenience Store1708 E Highway 82
LOWES 169Supermarket517 W California St
Mi Pueblito Meat Market Llc 4Grocery Store1311 N Grand Ave
Murphy USA 7741Convenience Store1525 N Grand Ave
Q StopConvenience Store315 W California St
QuikTrip 1883Convenience Store926 W Highway 82
Red River StopConvenience Store1200 N Interstate 35
Road Ranger LLC 282Convenience Store3707 N I 35
Runnin' Red Food StoreConvenience Store304 W California St
Scivally's GroceryGrocery Store2808 E Highway 82
South Grand XpressConvenience Store1200 S Grand Ave
TOM THUMB 2557Supermarket206 N Grand Ave
Valero Corner 2744503Convenience Store1003 N Grand Ave
Walmart SUPERCENTER 185Super Store1800 Lawrence St
Xpress WayConvenience Store1934 N Interstate 35

Treatment Centers in Gainesville

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Texoma Community Center - Cooke County Mental Health CenterMental Health940-612-1389

DOL Wage Violations in Gainesville

15 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $358,397 in back wages owed to 718 employees.

15
Violations
$358,397
Back Wages Owed
718
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Tex-Star Water Services, LLC SIGNIFICANT - 76240 - 2 $162,647 $909 179
Select Energy Services - - 76241 - 1 $80,184 $224 358
Local Hearts LLC - - 76240 - 1 $58,972 $4,212 14
Cooke County Sheriff's Office - - 76240 - 1 $25,321 $1,489 17
Domino's Pizza - Domino's Pizza LLC 76240 - 1 $9,866 $116 85
Comfort Suites - Choice Hotels 76240 - 1 $6,178 $221 28
Holiday Inn Express - IHG 76240 - 1 $5,297 $378 14
Zodiac Seats - - 76240 - 1 $3,234 $3,234 1
Comfort Suites Gainesville - Choice Hotels 76240 - 1 $2,458 $189 13
Central Bail Bonds II - - 76240 - 1 $2,033 $1,016 2
Automated Safety Hitch - - 76240 - 1 $725 $363 2
Catfish Louie's and The Neu Ranch House - - 76240 - 1 $713 $713 1
The Hitchin' Post 118 - - 76240 - 1 $320 $320 1
Tim Graves Painting and Sandblasting - - 76240 - 1 $243 $243 1
Rankin Riata Inn, Ltd. - - 76240 - 1 $207 $104 2

Churches & Religious Organizations in Gainesville

29 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
AMBASSADORS OF CHRIST CHURCH OF TEXOMAPO BOX 164
BEYOND MINISTRIES INTERNATIONAL172 ALICE LN
BROADWAY STREET CHURCH OF CHRISTPO BOX 459
CHRISTIAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH430 THROCKMORTON ST
CROSSROADS BAPTIST CHURCH OF COOKE COUNTY TEXAS2201 W CALIFORNIA ST
DAY SPRING P H CHURCHRT 6 BOX 30
EPISCOPAL DIOCESE OF FORT WORTHPO BOX 635
FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCHPO BOX 1199
FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD2205 E HIGHWAY 82
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GAINSVILLE TEXAS401 N DIXON ST
FOLD OF GRAND AVE INCPO BOX 1763
GOSPEL MISSIONS FOR CHRISTPO BOX 820
HOUSE OF PRAYER ASSEMBLY OF GODPO BOX 458
ISLAMIC CENTER OF GAINESVILLE INC800 E CALIFORNIA ST STE 5
JCT MINISTRIES3697 FM 371
LIVING WORD FAMILY CHURCH INCPO BOX 1216
NEW LIFE BIBLE CHURCH3901 E BROADWAY ST
OUT OF RUBBLE3188 FM 2896
POWER AND AUTHORITY MINISTRIES1306 E CALIFORNIA ST
RESTORATION COMMUNITY MINISTRIES621 N CULBERSON ST
SONRISE CHURCH OF CHRISTPO BOX 1179
SONRISE NEW TESTAMENT MINISTRIESINCORPORATEDPO BOX 277
SPRING CREEK COWBOY CHURCH3020 FM 1630
TEXAS COUNTRY GOSPEL619 LAKEWAY LN
TIMOTHY DOUGHERTY MINISTRIES INCPO BOX 539
TRINITY COWBOY CHURCH OF TEXOMA2871 FM 3092
TRINITY TEMPLE CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST402 N WEAVER ST
WALNUT BEND COMMUNITY CHURCH4252 FM 371
WESTMINSTER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCHPO BOX 716

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Frequently Asked Questions About Gainesville

What is the population of Gainesville?

Gainesville has a population of 17,688 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 916 people per square mile, spread across 19.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.3% female and 48.7% male.

Is Gainesville expensive to live in?

Gainesville has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $56,341, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $162,900 (42% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,080 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Gainesville safe?

The violent crime rate in Gainesville is 533 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,217 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Gainesville receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Gainesville?

Gainesville enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.8 inches, with 2.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Gainesville?

The unemployment rate in Gainesville is 5.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,209. There are 1,110 business establishments in the area, including 103 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 6.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Gainesville?

The median home value in Gainesville is $162,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $243,977. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,080. Fair market rent is $935 for a 1-bedroom and $1,149 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 57.2%. The average annual property tax is $7,807.

How are the schools in Gainesville?

Schools in Gainesville score 5.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 19.6% of adults in Gainesville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.2% have completed high school. 6.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Gainesville?

The obesity rate in Gainesville is 39.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.1% of adults are smokers. 31.9% are physically inactive. 24.6% of residents report depression. 21.3% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 62.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,840.

What is transportation like in Gainesville?

The average commute in Gainesville is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 80% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Gainesville?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Gainesville is 67.7% White, 7.2% Black or African American, 1.9% Hispanic or Latino. 76.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 23.3% speak Spanish. 6.7% of the population are military veterans. 14.3% of residents have a disability. 80.2% have health insurance coverage.

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