Perryton, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Ochiltree County County
Perryton, TX
At a Glance
How Perryton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Perryton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Perryton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Perryton residents earn a median household income of $64,192 , which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,076. The unemployment rate stands at 1.1% (69% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 400 business establishments, including 31 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Perryton is $130,800 , 54% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $129,885. Median rent is $910/month, with 24.5% 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 1975.
Safety & Crime
Perryton reports 233 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 39% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 221/100K.
Education
19.2% of adults in Perryton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below the national average). 80.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Perryton has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.8 inches.