Oyster Creek, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Brazoria County County
Oyster Creek, TX
At a Glance
How Oyster Creek Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Oyster Creek's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Oyster Creek a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Oyster Creek residents earn a median household income of $36,902 , which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,601. The unemployment rate stands at 9.1% (153% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 6,858 business establishments, including 727 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Oyster Creek is $153,300 , 46% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $211,724. Median rent is $1,040/month, with 51.0% 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 1992.
Safety & Crime
Oyster Creek reports 164 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 57% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,455/100K.
Education
2.5% of adults in Oyster Creek hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below the national average). 78.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Oyster Creek has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.