Jacksonville, TX
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Jacksonville, TX
At a Glance
How Jacksonville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Jacksonville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Jacksonville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Jacksonville residents earn a median household income of $50,469 , which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,491. The unemployment rate stands at 8.7% (142% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 24.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 906 business establishments, including 74 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Jacksonville is $120,800 , 57% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $220,798. Median rent is $864/month, with 32.0% 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 1975.
Safety & Crime
Jacksonville reports 412 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 9% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,904/100K.
Education
23.4% of adults in Jacksonville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below the national average). 75.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Jacksonville has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches.