Marfa, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Jeff Davis County County
Marfa, TX
At a Glance
How Marfa Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Marfa's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Marfa a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Marfa residents earn a median household income of $38,205 , which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,418. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 88 business establishments, including 15 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Marfa is $217,600 , 23% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $305,574. Median rent is $395/month, with 28.7% 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 1954.
Safety & Crime
Marfa reports 183 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 52% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 305/100K.
Education
29.8% of adults in Marfa hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% below the national average). 73.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Marfa has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.1 inches.