Texas · Metropolitan Area
Lake Jackson is a small city in Texas with a population of 27,902. Residents earn $89,623 per year, which is 19% above the national average.
Based on current data, Lake Jackson receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, affordable housing. Lake Jackson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Lake Jackson is $89,623, 19% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
The median home value in Lake Jackson is $248,900, 12% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,417 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Lake Jackson is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 127 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,943 per 100,000, near the national average.
28.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Lake Jackson has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 78.5% |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 21.5% |
| 60% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $89,623 |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $41,239 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,312 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $87,500 |
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 33% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 11.2% |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 6,858 |
| County GDP | $23,376M |
| Restaurants | 727 |
| Healthcare | 920 |
| Retail | 892 |
| Manufacturing | 253 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,186 |
| 134% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.29% |
| Commute Time | 21.0 min |
| Work from Home | 5.3% |
| Census Median | $248,900 |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $264,413 |
| Median List Price | $279,250 |
| Median List Price | $279,250 |
| $/Sq Ft | $145 |
| Homes Sold | 23 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.2% |
| Price Drops | 28.6% |
| Inventory | 98 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,417 |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,600 |
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
| Owner-Occupied | 61.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,186 |
| 134% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.29% |
| Obesity | 37.1% |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.7% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.2% |
| Depression | 22.7% |
| Mental Distress | 17.8% |
| Physical Distress | 12.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 85.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.6% |
| Premature Death | 7,616/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 79.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 920 |
| Total Violent | 127.1/100K |
| 67% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 29.1/100K |
| Robbery | 61.7/100K |
| Assault | 36.3/100K |
| Total Property | 1,942.9/100K |
| 1% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 421.3/100K |
| Theft | 1,463.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 58.1/100K |
| Arson | 3.6/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 35 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 70.7°F |
| 31% above US avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 45.8 inches |
| 20% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 8 ft (2 m) |
| Area | 19.7 sq mi (51.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,413/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.0509°N, 95.4512°W |
| County FIPS | 48039 |
Winner: Republican by 19.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 28.6% |
| 15% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.6% |
| School Test Score | 5.10 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 1,413/sq mi |
| Total Area | 19.7 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 4 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 5 |
| Public Libraries | 13 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 920 |
| Restaurants | 727 |
| Retail Stores | 892 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 35 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 21.0 min |
| Work from Home | 5.3% |