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Wichita Falls, TX
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Wichita Falls, TX
At a Glance
How Wichita Falls Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Wichita Falls's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Wichita Falls a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Wichita Falls residents earn a median household income of $58,568 , which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,987. The unemployment rate stands at 2.0% (44% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,366 business establishments, including 312 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Wichita Falls is $142,600 , 49% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $168,124. Median rent is $978/month, with 27.9% 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 1971.
Safety & Crime
Wichita Falls reports 348 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 8% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,044/100K. The murder rate is 3.8/100K.
Education
25.0% of adults in Wichita Falls hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below the national average). 86.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Wichita Falls has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 89°F in July. The area gets 317 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 28.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.