Gatesville, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Coryell County County
Gatesville, TX
At a Glance
How Gatesville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Gatesville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Gatesville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Gatesville residents earn a median household income of $54,802 , which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,296. The unemployment rate stands at 5.0% (39% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,025 business establishments, including 96 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Gatesville is $162,000 , 43% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $245,995. Median rent is $920/month, with 27.1% 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 1977.
Safety & Crime
Gatesville reports 155 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 59% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 898/100K.
Education
8.9% of adults in Gatesville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below the national average). 81.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Gatesville has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches.