Gladewater, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Gregg County County
Gladewater, TX
At a Glance
How Gladewater Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Gladewater's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Gladewater a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Gladewater residents earn a median household income of $52,100 , which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,158. The unemployment rate stands at 5.6% (56% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 23.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 4,316 business establishments, including 380 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Gladewater is $162,400 , 42% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $171,425. Median rent is $984/month, with 26.9% 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 1974.
Safety & Crime
Gladewater reports 396 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 4% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,331/100K.
Education
15.4% of adults in Gladewater hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below the national average). 82.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Gladewater has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.