Webster, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Webster is a small city in Texas with a population of 12,283. Residents earn $62,536 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
12,283 Population 1,934/sq mi density
$62,536 Median Income $41,813 per capita
$284,900 Home Value $308,681 Zillow
$1,316 Median Rent
71°F Avg Temperature
252 Violent Crime/100K 5,226 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$62,536 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$284,900 home value, $1,316/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
252 violent crimes/100K (34% below avg)
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,536
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $284,900
1% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 252/100K
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.5%
2% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,316
13% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.1%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.3%
41% lower than US avg

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

People

Population12,283
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density1,934/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 59%

Economy

A
Median Income$62,536
Per Capita$41,813
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty7.3%
County GDP$592,751M
Commute27 min

Housing

A
Home Value$284,900
Rent$1,316
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$308,681

Crime

F
Violent252/100K
Property5,226/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault72/100K
Burglary667/100K

Health

Obesity34.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.2%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain53.3 in/yr
Elevation19 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.5%
High School+92.1%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%
Commute27 min
EV Stations11
Libraries73

Is Webster a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Webster receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a low poverty rate. Webster offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Webster is $62,536, 17% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Webster is $284,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,316 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Webster is below the national average at 252 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,226 per 100,000, 167% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Webster 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 53.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Webster has a population of 12,283 with a density of 1,934 people per square mile. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (58.7%), with 2% Hispanic, 13% Black.

Population

12,283
Total Population
1,934
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
6.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Webster vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only69.1%
12% below US avg
Spanish30.9%
131% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Webster vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Webster is $62,536, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Webster vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,536
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,813
Avg Weekly Wage$1,703
IRS Avg AGI$95,157

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.3%
41% below US avg
Establishments (County)124,542
County GDP$592,751M

Business (County)

Restaurants10,837
Healthcare12,772
Retail13,588
Manufacturing4,091

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$11,819
238% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Work from Home6.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Webster is $284,900, 1% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,316 (13% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $308,681.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$284,900
1% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$308,681
Median List Price$165,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$165,000
$/Sq Ft$161
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio97.1%
Price Drops13.3%
Inventory45

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,316
13% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,404

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied19.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$11,819
238% above US avg
Effective Rate4.15%
In Webster, 34.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.2% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.1%
6% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma9.1%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity21.5%
Depression20.2%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.2%
Checkup Rate73.5%
Premature Death8,157/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access91.3%
Healthcare Facilities12,772
Webster has a violent crime rate of 252 per 100,000 residents, 34% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 5,226 per 100,000 (167% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent252.3/100K
34% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape90.1/100K
Robbery90.1/100K
Assault72.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property5,225.7/100K
167% above US avg
Burglary666.7/100K
Theft4,054.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)527
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Webster has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average71.3°F
32% above US avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.3 inches
40% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation19 ft (6 m)
Area6.4 sq mi (16.4 km²)
Population Density1,934/sq mi
Coordinates29.5321°N, 95.1165°W
County FIPS48201
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 34.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.4%
D 52%

Winner: Democrat by 5.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.5%
2% above US avg
High School+92.1%
School Test Score5.10
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,934/sq mi
Total Area6.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations11
Alt Fuel Stations11
Public Libraries73
Healthcare Facilities12,772
Restaurants10,837
Retail Stores13,588

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)527
FEMA Disaster Declarations182
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Work from Home6.0%

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