Mineola, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Wood County County
Mineola, TX
At a Glance
How Mineola Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Mineola's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Mineola a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Mineola residents earn a median household income of $42,231 , which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,749. The unemployment rate stands at 9.8% (172% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 943 business establishments, including 86 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Mineola is $205,600 , 27% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $275,757. Median rent is $868/month, with 29.5% 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 1983.
Safety & Crime
Mineola reports 173 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 54% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,787/100K.
Education
28.6% of adults in Mineola hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below the national average). 90.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Mineola has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.5 inches.