Jasper, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Newton County County
Jasper, TX
At a Glance
How Jasper Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Jasper's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Jasper a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Jasper residents earn a median household income of $42,407 , which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,536. The unemployment rate stands at 11.2% (211% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 23.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 135 business establishments, including 9 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Jasper is $130,200 , 54% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $171,624. Median rent is $853/month, with 39.2% 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 1980.
Safety & Crime
Jasper reports 326 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 14% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,229/100K.
Education
11.4% of adults in Jasper hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below the national average). 89.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Jasper has an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.4 inches.