Weatherford, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Weatherford is a mid-size city in Texas with a population of 33,924. Residents earn $78,738 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
33,924 Population 1,221/sq mi density
$78,738 Median Income $40,448 per capita
$285,000 Home Value $390,806 Zillow
$1,474 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
171 Violent Crime/100K 2,527 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$78,738 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$285,000 home value, $1,474/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
171 violent crimes/100K (55% below avg)
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,738
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $285,000
1% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 171/100K
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.6%
15% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,474
27% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

How Weatherford Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population33,924
Median Age37.4 yrs
Density1,221/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

A
Median Income$78,738
Per Capita$40,448
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$7,566M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$285,000
Rent$1,474
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$390,806

Crime

F
Violent171/100K
Property2,527/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault124/100K
Burglary310/100K

Health

Obesity36.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Elevation997 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.6%
High School+90.1%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute26 min
EV Stations9
Libraries4

Is Weatherford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Weatherford receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a low poverty rate. Weatherford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Weatherford is $78,738, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Weatherford is $285,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,474 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Weatherford is below the national average at 171 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,527 per 100,000, 29% above the national average.

Education

28.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Weatherford enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Weatherford has a population of 33,924 with a density of 1,221 people per square mile. The median age is 37.4 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.1%), with 2.3% Hispanic, 2.8% Black.

Population

33,924
Total Population
1,221
People / sq mi
37.4yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
27.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Weatherford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.2%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.8%
27% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Weatherford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Weatherford is $78,738, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Weatherford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,738
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,448
Avg Weekly Wage$1,093
IRS Avg AGI$109,679

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,747
County GDP$7,566M

Business (County)

Restaurants272
Healthcare324
Retail407
Manufacturing162

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,568
145% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.0 min
Work from Home10.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Weatherford is $285,000, 1% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,474 (27% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $390,806.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$285,000
1% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$390,806
Median List Price$347,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$347,450
$/Sq Ft$204
Homes Sold40
Sale-to-List Ratio98.3%
Price Drops30.9%
Inventory152

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,474
27% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,559

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,568
145% above US avg
Effective Rate3.01%
In Weatherford, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.6% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Weatherford vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.2%
Checkup Rate73.0%
Premature Death7,329/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access54.9%
Healthcare Facilities324
Weatherford has a violent crime rate of 171 per 100,000 residents, 55% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,527 per 100,000 (29% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Weatherford vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent171.4/100K
55% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape21.9/100K
Robbery25.5/100K
Assault124.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,526.7/100K
29% above US avg
Burglary309.9/100K
Theft2,151.2/100K
Vehicle Theft65.6/100K
Arson3.7/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Weatherford has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average64.2°F
19% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.2 inches
7% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation997 ft (304 m)
Area27.8 sq mi (72.0 km²)
Population Density1,221/sq mi
Coordinates32.7532°N, 97.7719°W
County FIPS48367
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 28.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.8%
D 16.4%

Winner: Republican by 66.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.6%
15% below US avg
High School+90.1%
School Test Score5.10
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,221/sq mi
Total Area27.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations9
Alt Fuel Stations14
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities324
Restaurants272
Retail Stores407

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.0 min
Work from Home10.7%

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