Whitesboro, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Whitesboro is a small town in Texas with a population of 4,154. Residents earn $73,638 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
4,154 Population 1,244/sq mi density
$73,638 Median Income $57,229 per capita
$211,900 Home Value $344,604 Zillow
$1,309 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
311 Violent Crime/100K 1,139 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$73,638 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$211,900 home value, $1,309/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
311 violent crimes/100K (18% below avg)
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,638
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $211,900
25% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 311/100K
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.7%
27% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,309
13% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.6%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.7%
30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,154
Median Age33.5 yrs
Density1,244/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

A
Median Income$73,638
Per Capita$57,229
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$8,370M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$211,900
Rent$1,309
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$344,604

Crime

F
Violent311/100K
Property1,139/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault233/100K
Burglary388/100K

Health

Obesity33.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain44.3 in/yr
Elevation797 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.7%
High School+91.9%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute24 min
EV Stations1
Libraries9

Is Whitesboro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Whitesboro receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Whitesboro offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Whitesboro is $73,638, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Whitesboro is $211,900, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,309 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Whitesboro is below the national average at 311 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,139 per 100,000, 42% below the national average.

Education

24.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Whitesboro enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Whitesboro has a population of 4,154 with a density of 1,244 people per square mile. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.5%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 2.8% Black.

Population

4,154
Total Population
1,244
People / sq mi
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43%
Female 57%

Race & Ethnicity

Whitesboro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Whitesboro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Whitesboro is $73,638, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Whitesboro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,638
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$57,229
Avg Weekly Wage$1,121
IRS Avg AGI$77,812

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.7%
30% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,223
County GDP$8,370M

Business (County)

Restaurants260
Healthcare387
Retail463
Manufacturing118

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,307
109% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.5 min
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Whitesboro is $211,900, 25% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,309 (13% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $344,604.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$211,900
25% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$344,604
Median List Price$295,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$295,000
$/Sq Ft$175
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio96.8%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory32

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,309
13% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,307
109% above US avg
Effective Rate3.45%
In Whitesboro, 33.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.5% report depression. 26.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.6%
5% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.0%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity26.4%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.7%
Checkup Rate72.5%
Premature Death9,794/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access77.6%
Healthcare Facilities387
Whitesboro has a violent crime rate of 311 per 100,000 residents, 18% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,139 per 100,000 (42% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent310.6/100K
18% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape25.9/100K
Robbery51.8/100K
Assault232.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,138.7/100K
42% below US avg
Burglary388.2/100K
Theft672.9/100K
Vehicle Theft77.6/100K
Arson25.9/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Whitesboro has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.6°F
18% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.3 inches
17% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation797 ft (243 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.7 km²)
Population Density1,244/sq mi
Coordinates33.6596°N, 96.9037°W
County FIPS48181
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 24.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.7%
D 22.5%

Winner: Republican by 54.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.7%
27% below US avg
High School+91.9%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,244/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities387
Restaurants260
Retail Stores463

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.5 min
Work from Home4.1%

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