Waskom, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Harrison County County
Waskom, TX
At a Glance
How Waskom Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Waskom's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Waskom a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Waskom residents earn a median household income of $54,135 , which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,577. The unemployment rate stands at 4.3% (19% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,456 business establishments, including 113 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Waskom is $91,300 , 68% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $191,214. Median rent is $1,115/month, with 35.3% 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 1977.
Safety & Crime
Waskom reports 205 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 46% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,093/100K.
Education
7.0% of adults in Waskom hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below the national average). 83.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Waskom has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.