Wichita County, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
129,842 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$62,168 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
17 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$141,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$569 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$779 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.1% 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 84
Aug 2 0 83
Sep 2 0 75
Oct 2 0 64
Nov 2 0 52
Dec 2 0 42

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 28% of residents leaning left and 69% leaning right.

Liberal (28%) (70%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 73%
Hillary Clinton 23%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 13, TX State Senate District 28, TX State House District 69, TX
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Schools

Iowa Park Hs
2 miles, S • 3.7 star
Kidwell El
2 miles, S
Wf George Middle
4 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Bradford El
4 miles, S • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Midwestern State University
13 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Vernon College
37 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Great Plains Technology Center
44 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Cameron University
46 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Kell West Regional Hospital
11 miles, S • 5 star
United Regional Health Care System
13 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Lawton-Fort Sill Regional Airport
43 miles, NE • 1 star
Will Rogers World Airport
116 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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