Jarrell, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Jarrell is a small town in Texas with a population of 2,589. Residents earn $101,653 per year, which is 35% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
2,589 Population 707/sq mi density
$101,653 Median Income $37,388 per capita
$311,100 Home Value $259,870 Zillow
$1,860 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
287 Violent Crime/100K 955 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$101,653 median income, 4.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$311,100 home value, $1,860/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
287 violent crimes/100K (25% below avg)
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $101,653
35% higher than US avg
Home Value $311,100
10% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 287/100K
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.4%
19% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,860
60% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.2%
74% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,589
Median Age34.3 yrs
Density707/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 57%

Economy

A+
Median Income$101,653
Per Capita$37,388
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$44,610M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$311,100
Rent$1,860
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$259,870

Crime

F
Violent287/100K
Property955/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault287/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity35.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain37.1 in/yr
Elevation892 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.4%
High School+89.6%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
Commute32 min
EV Stations1
Libraries11

Is Jarrell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jarrell receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a low poverty rate. Jarrell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jarrell is $101,653, which is significantly higher than the national average — 35% above $75,149. This places Jarrell among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jarrell is $311,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,860 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Jarrell is below the national average at 287 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 955 per 100,000, 51% below the national average.

Education

27.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Jarrell enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Jarrell has a population of 2,589 with a density of 707 people per square mile. The median age is 34.3 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (56.9%), with 3.5% Hispanic, 14.7% Black.

Population

2,589
Total Population
707
People / sq mi
34.3yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
3.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 52.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Jarrell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only73.7%
6% below US avg
Spanish26.3%
96% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Jarrell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jarrell is $101,653, which is 35% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Jarrell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$101,653
35% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,388
Avg Weekly Wage$1,545
IRS Avg AGI$110,070

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.2%
74% below US avg
Establishments (County)15,692
County GDP$44,610M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,297
Healthcare1,657
Retail1,626
Manufacturing387

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,871
182% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.9 min
Work from Home12.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Jarrell is $311,100, 10% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,860 (60% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $259,870.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$311,100
10% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$259,870
Median List Price$359,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$359,900
$/Sq Ft$159
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio97.8%
Price Drops35.4%
Inventory48

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,860
60% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,721

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,871
182% above US avg
Effective Rate3.17%
In Jarrell, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.3% report depression. 26.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.5%
11% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity26.4%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.0%
Checkup Rate73.4%
Premature Death5,175/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access91.9%
Healthcare Facilities1,657
Jarrell has a violent crime rate of 287 per 100,000 residents, 25% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 955 per 100,000 (51% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent286.5/100K
25% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault286.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property955.1/100K
51% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft859.6/100K
Vehicle Theft95.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)59

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Jarrell has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average67.1°F
24% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.1 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation892 ft (272 m)
Area3.7 sq mi (9.5 km²)
Population Density707/sq mi
Coordinates30.8103°N, 97.6151°W
County FIPS48491
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 27.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.4%
D 48%

Winner: Republican by 2.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.4%
19% below US avg
High School+89.6%
School Test Score5.10
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density707/sq mi
Total Area3.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities1,657
Restaurants1,297
Retail Stores1,626

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)59
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.9 min
Work from Home12.4%

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