Grand Saline, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Van Zandt County County
Grand Saline, TX
At a Glance
How Grand Saline Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Grand Saline's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Grand Saline a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Grand Saline residents earn a median household income of $50,568 , which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,368. The unemployment rate stands at 5.9% (64% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,142 business establishments, including 100 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Grand Saline is $116,200 , 59% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $243,910. Median rent is $927/month, with 39.3% 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 1968.
Safety & Crime
Grand Saline reports 454 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 19% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 696/100K.
Education
9.0% of adults in Grand Saline hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below the national average). 69.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Grand Saline has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.5 inches.