Wood County, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
46,094 332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$62,524 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$195,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$527 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$639 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Texas
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 0 44
Feb 4 0 47
Mar 4 0 55
Apr 3 0 63
May 5 0 71
Jun 4 0 78
Jul 3 0 82
Aug 2 0 82
Sep 3 0 75
Oct 5 0 65
Nov 4 0 55
Dec 4 0 45

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 20% of residents leaning left and 77% leaning right.

Liberal (20%) (78%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 85%
Hillary Clinton 13%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, TX State Senate District 1, TX State House District 5, TX
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Schools

Quitman Hs
3 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Quitman Jh
3 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Quitman El
3 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Mineola Pri
10 miles, SW

Colleges

Jarvis Christian College
18 miles, S • 1.4 star
Texas College
29 miles, S • 1 star
Star College of Cosmetology 2
30 miles, S • 1 star

Hospitals

Airports

Tyler Pounds Regional Airport
30 miles, SW • 1 star
East Texas Regional Airport
48 miles, SE • 1 star
Dallas Love Field
85 miles, NW • 3.7 star