Hemphill, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Sabine County County
Hemphill, TX
At a Glance
How Hemphill Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hemphill's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hemphill a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hemphill residents earn a median household income of $58,445 , which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,998. The unemployment rate stands at 18.9% (425% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 21.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 222 business establishments, including 11 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hemphill is $86,300 , 69% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $220,725. Median rent is $888/month, with 23.3% 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 1974.
Safety & Crime
Hemphill reports 193 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 49% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 387/100K.
Education
18.8% of adults in Hemphill hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below the national average). 79.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hemphill has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.9 inches.