Wolfforth, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Hockley County County
Wolfforth, TX
At a Glance
How Wolfforth Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Wolfforth's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Wolfforth a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Wolfforth residents earn a median household income of $92,143 , which is 23% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,794. The unemployment rate stands at 6.1% (69% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 614 business establishments, including 44 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Wolfforth is $245,000 , 13% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $274,930. Median rent is $1,430/month, with 44.6% 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 1999.
Safety & Crime
Wolfforth reports 253 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 33% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 443/100K.
Education
32.9% of adults in Wolfforth hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% below the national average). 97.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Wolfforth has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 19.4 inches.