George West, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Live Oak County County
George West, TX
At a Glance
How George West Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows George West's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is George West a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
George West residents earn a median household income of $47,402 , which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,797. The unemployment rate stands at 3.8% (6% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 19.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 315 business establishments, including 35 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in George West is $133,400 , 53% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $229,920. Median rent is $857/month, with 26.5% 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 1977.
Safety & Crime
George West reports 92 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 76% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,339/100K.
Education
12.5% of adults in George West hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below the national average). 68.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
George West has an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.5 inches.