Whitewright, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Fannin County County
Whitewright, TX
At a Glance
How Whitewright Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Whitewright's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Whitewright a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Whitewright residents earn a median household income of $54,063 , which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,159. The unemployment rate stands at 6.1% (69% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 635 business establishments, including 39 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Whitewright is $207,500 , 26% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $361,555. Median rent is $750/month, with 30.9% 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 1974.
Safety & Crime
Whitewright reports 279 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 27% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 223/100K.
Education
19.4% of adults in Whitewright hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below the national average). 92.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Whitewright has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches.