Jacksboro, TX
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Jacksboro, TX
At a Glance
How Jacksboro Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Jacksboro's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Jacksboro a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Jacksboro residents earn a median household income of $45,625 , which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,159. The unemployment rate stands at 10.9% (203% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 19.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 258 business establishments, including 17 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Jacksboro is $141,900 , 50% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $202,452. Median rent is $803/month, with 31.7% 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 1966.
Safety & Crime
Jacksboro reports 213 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 44% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 567/100K.
Education
11.5% of adults in Jacksboro hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below the national average). 71.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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 totals 32.7 inches.