Quitman, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Wood County County
Quitman, TX
At a Glance
How Quitman Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Quitman's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Quitman a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Quitman residents earn a median household income of $61,387 , which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,460. The unemployment rate stands at 9.2% (156% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 943 business establishments, including 86 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Quitman is $179,100 , 36% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $266,313. Median rent is $1,047/month, with 37.0% 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 1974.
Safety & Crime
Quitman reports 196 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 48% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 589/100K.
Education
18.0% of adults in Quitman hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below the national average). 86.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Quitman has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.6 inches.