Jacksboro, TX

Texas

Jacksboro is a small town in Texas with a population of 4,151. Residents earn $45,625 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,151 Population 574/sq mi density
$45,625 Median Income $24,159 per capita
$141,900 Home Value $198,844 Zillow
$803 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
245 Violent Crime/100K 1,978 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$45,625 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$141,900 home value, $803/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
245 violent crimes/100K (36% below avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,625
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $141,900
50% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 245/100K
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.5%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $803
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.6%
58% higher than US avg

How Jacksboro Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population4,151
Median Age37.7 yrs
Density574/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 83%

Economy

C+
Median Income$45,625
Per Capita$24,159
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty19.6%
County GDP$468M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$141,900
Rent$803
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$198,844

Crime

F
Violent245/100K
Property1,978/100K
Murder22.2/100K
Assault156/100K
Burglary778/100K

Health

Obesity38.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain32.7 in/yr
Elevation1,093 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.5%
High School+71.7%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 91% / D 9%
Commute30 min
Libraries1

Is Jacksboro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jacksboro receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Jacksboro has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jacksboro is $45,625, 39% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 19.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jacksboro is $141,900, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $803 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Jacksboro is below the national average at 245 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,978 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Jacksboro enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Jacksboro has a population of 4,151 with a density of 574 people per square mile. The median age is 37.7 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.9%), with 7.3% Black.

Population

4,151
Total Population
574
People / sq mi
37.7yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
7.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.7%
Female 42.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Jacksboro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only77.1%
2% below US avg
Spanish22.9%
71% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Jacksboro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jacksboro is $45,625, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Jacksboro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,625
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,159
Avg Weekly Wage$1,126
IRS Avg AGI$68,378

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.6%
58% above US avg
Establishments (County)258
County GDP$468M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare9
Retail26
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,793
66% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.1 min
Work from Home4.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Jacksboro is $141,900, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $803 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $198,844.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$141,900
50% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$198,844

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$803
31% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,793
66% above US avg
Effective Rate4.08%
In Jacksboro, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 31.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Jacksboro vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure35.7%
Asthma9.9%
COPD8.3%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity31.0%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress15.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.5%
Checkup Rate70.9%
Premature Death9,316/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access55.1%
Healthcare Facilities9
Jacksboro has a violent crime rate of 245 per 100,000 residents, 36% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,978 per 100,000 (1% above US avg). The murder rate is 22.2 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Jacksboro vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent244.5/100K
36% below US avg
Murder22.2/100K
253% above US avg
Rape66.7/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault155.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,978.2/100K
1% above US avg
Burglary778.0/100K
Theft1,089.1/100K
Vehicle Theft111.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Jacksboro has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average63.5°F
18% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.7 inches
14% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,093 ft (333 m)
Area7.2 sq mi (18.7 km²)
Population Density574/sq mi
Coordinates33.2258°N, 98.1592°W
County FIPS48237
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 82.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 90.9%
D 8.6%

Winner: Republican by 82.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.5%
66% below US avg
High School+71.7%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density574/sq mi
Total Area7.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants17
Retail Stores26

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.1 min
Work from Home4.8%

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