Palmer, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Ellis County County
Palmer, TX
At a Glance
How Palmer Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Palmer's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Palmer a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Palmer residents earn a median household income of $87,379 , which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,376. The unemployment rate stands at 8.1% (125% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,919 business establishments, including 344 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Palmer is $203,400 , 28% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $322,524. Median rent is $1,709/month, with 21.0% 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 1986.
Safety & Crime
Palmer reports 38 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 90% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 269/100K.
Education
13.5% of adults in Palmer hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below the national average). 86.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Palmer has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.