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Jewett, TX

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Jewett is a small town in Texas with a population of 848. Residents earn $53,056 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
848 Population 414/sq mi density
$53,056 Median Income $25,186 per capita
$117,800 Home Value
$755 Median Rent 25.3% income on rent
68°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$53,056 median income, 6.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$117,800 home value, $755/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,056
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $117,800
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.5%
90% lower than US avg
Median Rent $755
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.9%
92% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.8%
116% higher than US avg

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

People

Population848
Median Age27.3 yrs
Density414/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 65%
Veterans8.2%

Economy

C
Median Income$53,056
Per Capita$25,186
Unemployment6.9%
Poverty26.8%
County GDP$1,278M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$117,800
Rent$755
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units374
Rent Burden25.3%

Health

Obesity40.3%
Uninsured25.5%
Smoking19.0%
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F (20°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain40.6 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation493 ft (150 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.5%
High School+73.6%
Graduate+4.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 17%
Commute23 min
Broadband83.0%
Libraries2

Is Jewett a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jewett receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Jewett has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jewett is $53,056, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 26.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jewett is $117,800, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $755 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Jewett enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Jewett has a population of 848 with a density of 414 people per square mile. The median age is 27.3 years, 30% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65.2%), with 3.5% Black.

Population

848
Total Population
414
People / sq mi
27.3yrs
Median Age
30% below US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Jewett vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only58.3%
26% below US avg
Spanish41.7%
211% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Jewett vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jewett is $53,056, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 26.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Jewett vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,056
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,186
Avg Weekly Wage$1,025
IRS Avg AGI$63,146

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.9%
92% above US avg
Poverty Rate26.8%
116% above US avg
Establishments (County)396
County GDP$1,278M

Business (County)

Restaurants37
Healthcare26
Retail59
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,208
49% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.2 min
Drive Alone67.7%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home4.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Jewett is $117,800, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $755 (35% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$117,800
58% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$755
35% below US avg
Rent Burden25.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.5%
Housing Units374
Median Year Built1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,208
49% above US avg
Effective Rate4.42%
In Jewett, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.5% of residents lack health insurance. 19.0% are current smokers. 24.2% report depression. 36.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.3%
26% above US avg
Diabetes14.6%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure36.1%
Asthma10.5%
COPD8.4%
Cancer5.9%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.0%
36% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity36.2%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress16.9%
Short Sleep40.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate62.0%
Uninsured25.5%
197% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,296
Dentists1:3,325
Mental Health1:2,920
Checkup Rate71.6%
Dental Visits45.4%
Premature Death10,438/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access41.8%
Healthcare Facilities26
Jewett has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.6 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average67.9°F
26% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.6 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall0.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation493 ft (150 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density414/sq mi
Coordinates31.3626°N, 96.1455°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48161
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 3.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (90% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.4-point margin. 83.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.9%
D 16.6%

Winner: Republican by 66.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.5%
90% below US avg
High School+73.6%
Graduate Degree+4.0%
School Test Score5.10
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density414/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants37
Retail Stores59

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.2 min
Drive Alone67.7%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home4.8%

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