Sweetwater, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Nolan County County
Sweetwater, TX
At a Glance
How Sweetwater Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sweetwater's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sweetwater a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sweetwater residents earn a median household income of $45,720 , which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,390. The unemployment rate stands at 5.9% (64% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 420 business establishments, including 42 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sweetwater is $84,000 , 70% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $123,953. Median rent is $862/month, with 28.6% 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 1962.
Safety & Crime
Sweetwater reports 501 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 32% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,159/100K.
Education
11.0% of adults in Sweetwater hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below the national average). 80.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sweetwater has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.2 inches.