Texas · Metropolitan Area
Stafford is a small city in Texas with a population of 17,279. Residents earn $85,910 per year, which is 14% above the national average.
Based on current data, Stafford receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Stafford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Stafford is $85,910, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
The median home value in Stafford is $247,900, 12% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,441 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
The violent crime rate of 428 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,989 per 100,000, 104% above the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 40.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 86.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Stafford has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 51.9% |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 48.1% |
| 259% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $85,910 |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $37,408 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,203 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $110,221 |
| Unemployment | 4.0% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 6.9% |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 18,369 |
| County GDP | $49,615M |
| Restaurants | 1,517 |
| Healthcare | 2,621 |
| Retail | 2,331 |
| Manufacturing | 411 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,359 |
| 196% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.18% |
| Commute Time | 25.7 min |
| Work from Home | 8.7% |
| Census Median | $247,900 |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $295,895 |
| Median List Price | $333,500 |
| Median List Price | $333,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $161 |
| Homes Sold | 7 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.2% |
| Price Drops | 15.2% |
| Inventory | 33 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,441 |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,517 |
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
| Owner-Occupied | 43.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,359 |
| 196% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.18% |
| Obesity | 32.8% |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.6% |
| Asthma | 9.5% |
| COPD | 4.9% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.3% |
| Depression | 17.9% |
| Mental Distress | 16.1% |
| Physical Distress | 12.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 81.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.6% |
| Premature Death | 5,310/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 89.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,621 |
| Total Violent | 428.0/100K |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Murder | 22.0/100K |
| 248% above US avg | |
| Rape | 49.4/100K |
| Robbery | 93.3/100K |
| Assault | 263.4/100K |
| Total Property | 3,989.2/100K |
| 104% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 565.2/100K |
| Theft | 3,001.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 422.5/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 35 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 71.1°F |
| 32% above US avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (30°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 49.7 inches |
| 31% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 78 ft (24 m) |
| Area | 7.0 sq mi (18.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,465/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.6257°N, 95.5657°W |
| County FIPS | 48157 |
Winner: Democrat by 1.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 40.7% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 86.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.10 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 2,465/sq mi |
| Total Area | 7.0 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 13 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 15 |
| Public Libraries | 15 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,621 |
| Restaurants | 1,517 |
| Retail Stores | 2,331 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 35 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 25.7 min |
| Work from Home | 8.7% |