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Wheeler, TX
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Wheeler, TX
At a Glance
How Wheeler Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Wheeler's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Wheeler a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Wheeler residents earn a median household income of $56,000 , which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,511. The unemployment rate stands at 3.3% (8% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 200 business establishments, including 21 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Wheeler is $130,000 , 54% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $112,851. Median rent is $986/month, with 24.0% 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 1971.
Safety & Crime
Wheeler reports 97 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 74% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,020/100K.
Education
14.7% of adults in Wheeler hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below the national average). 79.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Wheeler has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 326 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 25.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.