Schulenburg, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Fayette County County
Schulenburg, TX
At a Glance
How Schulenburg Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Schulenburg's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Schulenburg a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Schulenburg residents earn a median household income of $47,891 , which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,775. The unemployment rate stands at 7.2% (100% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 860 business establishments, including 95 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Schulenburg is $138,600 , 51% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $378,516. Median rent is $950/month, with 23.7% 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 1973.
Safety & Crime
Schulenburg reports 636 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 67% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,024/100K.
Education
13.3% of adults in Schulenburg hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below the national average). 77.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Schulenburg has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches.