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4 discussions from residents and visitors

orlandomind2023

Raising a family in Wharton -thoughts?

First post here. We're a young couple and It's a a small town city with about 8,671 people. Household incomes average around $47,692 in Wharton. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. W...

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orlandomind2023

Affordable areas near Wharton?

So, We have two kids and Crime rate is something to consider -Wharton sits at 463.7 per 100K. Poverty rate is 12.4%, which is around average. Average temperature is around 71--F, so it's warm year-round. Median household income is $47,692, which feels on the lower side for the area. Honestly, I thin...

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orlandomind2023

Wharton quality of life -am I missing something?

Random thought, With a population of 8,671, Wharton is a small town. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Looking forward to hearing from you all. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The city has invested a lot in n...

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