Wharton, TX
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Wharton, TX
At a Glance
How Wharton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Wharton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Wharton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Wharton residents earn a median household income of $47,692 , which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,676. The unemployment rate stands at 6.6% (83% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,154 business establishments, including 87 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Wharton is $149,300 , 47% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $225,871. Median rent is $993/month, with 24.7% 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 1978.
Safety & Crime
Wharton reports 353 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 7% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,879/100K.
Education
13.7% of adults in Wharton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below the national average). 78.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Wharton has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.7 inches.