Archer County, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
8,734 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$71,958 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$175,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$644 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$566 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
74.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Wichita Falls Metro Area
4
Texas
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Wichita Falls Metro Area
6
Texas
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 1 41
Feb 2 0 45
Mar 2 0 53
Apr 2 0 62
May 4 0 71
Jun 4 0 79
Jul 2 0 83
Aug 2 0 83
Sep 3 0 75
Oct 3 0 64
Nov 2 0 53
Dec 2 0 42

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 16% of residents leaning left and 81% leaning right.

Liberal (16%) (82%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 89%
Hillary Clinton 9%
Other 2%

Schools

Archer City Hs
4 miles, SE 3.7 star
Archer City El
4 miles, SE 3.7 star
Holliday Middle
13 miles, N 3.7 star
Holliday Hs
13 miles, N 4.6 star

Colleges

Midwestern State University
20 miles, NE 2.3 star
Vernon College
52 miles, N 1.4 star
Great Plains Technology Center
69 miles, NE 1.4 star
Cameron University
70 miles, NE 1.9 star

Hospitals

Hamilton Hospital
18 miles, SW
Kell West Regional Hospital
19 miles, NE 5 star
United Regional Health Care System
22 miles, NE 4.1 star

Airports

Lawton-Fort Sill Regional Airport
68 miles, NE 1 star
Abilene Regional Airport
101 miles, SW 1 star