Wallis, TX
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Wallis, TX
At a Glance
How Wallis Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Wallis's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Wallis a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Wallis residents earn a median household income of $40,411 , which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,450. The unemployment rate stands at 25.6% (611% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 33.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,532 business establishments, including 60 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Wallis is $104,200 , 63% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $225,709. Median rent is $692/month, with 23.4% 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 1979.
Safety & Crime
Wallis reports 366 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 4% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,319/100K.
Education
6.7% of adults in Wallis hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below the national average). 90.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Wallis has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 53°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.9 inches.