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New Braunfels, TX
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New Braunfels, TX
At a Glance
How New Braunfels Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows New Braunfels's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is New Braunfels a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
New Braunfels residents earn a median household income of $88,257 , which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,460. The unemployment rate stands at 2.5% (31% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 5,146 business establishments, including 452 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in New Braunfels is $315,100 , 12% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $345,021. Median rent is $1,536/month, with 28.4% 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 2004.
Safety & Crime
New Braunfels reports 247 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 35% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,263/100K. The murder rate is 2.3/100K.
Education
38.6% of adults in New Braunfels hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% above the national average). 92.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
New Braunfels has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 88°F in July. The area gets 300 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.