Muleshoe, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Bailey County County
Muleshoe, TX
At a Glance
How Muleshoe Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Muleshoe's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Muleshoe a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Muleshoe residents earn a median household income of $71,534 , which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,309. The unemployment rate stands at 0.6% (83% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 240 business establishments, including 18 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Muleshoe is $100,100 , 64% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $147,697. Median rent is $745/month, with 21.8% 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 1972.
Safety & Crime
Muleshoe reports 163 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 57% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 366/100K.
Education
15.8% of adults in Muleshoe hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below the national average). 68.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Muleshoe has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 18.3 inches.