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Kermit, TX
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Kermit, TX
At a Glance
How Kermit Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Kermit's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Kermit a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Kermit residents earn a median household income of $90,181 , which is 20% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,088. The unemployment rate stands at 1.4% (61% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 239 business establishments, including 15 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Kermit is $119,300 , 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $123,174. Median rent is $907/month, with 16.6% 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 1965.
Safety & Crime
Kermit reports 348 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 8% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,136/100K. The murder rate is 15.8/100K.
Education
9.1% of adults in Kermit hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below the national average). 69.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Kermit has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 12.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.