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Hempstead, TX
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Hempstead, TX
At a Glance
How Hempstead Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hempstead's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hempstead a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hempstead residents earn a median household income of $58,288 , which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,213. The unemployment rate stands at 1.1% (69% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,088 business establishments, including 94 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hempstead is $145,700 , 48% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $281,179. Median rent is $1,282/month, with 28.0% 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 1988.
Safety & Crime
Hempstead reports 1,049 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 176% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,487/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
7.7% of adults in Hempstead hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below the national average). 79.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hempstead has an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 43.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.