Whitehouse, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Whitehouse is a small city in Texas with a population of 8,794. Residents earn $72,500 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
8,794 Population 1,599/sq mi density
$72,500 Median Income $34,736 per capita
$216,000 Home Value $284,459 Zillow
$1,447 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
225 Violent Crime/100K 1,149 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$72,500 median income, 6.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$216,000 home value, $1,447/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
225 violent crimes/100K (41% below avg)
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,500
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $216,000
23% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 225/100K
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.2%
7% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,447
24% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.5%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.1%
69% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population8,794
Median Age33.4 yrs
Density1,599/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

B+
Median Income$72,500
Per Capita$34,736
Unemployment6.1%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$16,657M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$216,000
Rent$1,447
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$284,459

Crime

F
Violent225/100K
Property1,149/100K
Murder12.5/100K
Assault150/100K
Burglary262/100K

Health

Obesity34.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain47.7 in/yr
Elevation454 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+31.2%
High School+93.2%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute28 min
Libraries6

Is Whitehouse a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Whitehouse receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Whitehouse offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Whitehouse is $72,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Whitehouse is $216,000, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,447 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Whitehouse is below the national average at 225 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,149 per 100,000, 41% below the national average.

Education

31.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Whitehouse enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Whitehouse has a population of 8,794 with a density of 1,599 people per square mile. The median age is 33.4 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.2%), with 2.9% Hispanic, 4.9% Black.

Population

8,794
Total Population
1,599
People / sq mi
33.4yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
5.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.1%
Female 44.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Whitehouse vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.3%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.7%
35% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Whitehouse vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Whitehouse is $72,500, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Whitehouse vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,500
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,736
Avg Weekly Wage$1,105
IRS Avg AGI$83,327

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.1%
69% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,931
County GDP$16,657M

Business (County)

Restaurants536
Healthcare690
Retail868
Manufacturing184

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,835
124% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.6 min
Work from Home6.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Whitehouse is $216,000, 23% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,447 (24% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $284,459.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$216,000
23% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$284,459
Median List Price$289,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$289,900
$/Sq Ft$178
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops16.3%
Inventory49

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,447
24% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,495

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,835
124% above US avg
Effective Rate3.63%
In Whitehouse, 34.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.3% report depression. 21.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.5%
7% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity21.8%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.2%
Checkup Rate73.7%
Premature Death9,375/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access69.0%
Healthcare Facilities690
Whitehouse has a violent crime rate of 225 per 100,000 residents, 41% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,149 per 100,000 (41% below US avg). The murder rate is 12.5 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent224.8/100K
41% below US avg
Murder12.5/100K
98% above US avg
Rape62.4/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault149.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,148.7/100K
41% below US avg
Burglary262.2/100K
Theft824.1/100K
Vehicle Theft62.4/100K
Arson12.5/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Whitehouse has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average66.5°F
23% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.7 inches
25% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation454 ft (138 m)
Area5.5 sq mi (14.2 km²)
Population Density1,599/sq mi
Coordinates32.2217°N, 95.2207°W
County FIPS48423
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 31.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.1%
D 27%

Winner: Republican by 45.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.2%
7% below US avg
High School+93.2%
School Test Score5.10
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,599/sq mi
Total Area5.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities690
Restaurants536
Retail Stores868

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.6 min
Work from Home6.5%

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