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Crime in West University Place summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in West University Place. Key points include:
There were 154 total crimes in West University Place in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in West University Place is 1,046.2 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in West University Place is 54.3 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in West University Place is 991.8 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in West University Place is -50.63% below the national average.
Total Crimes
Below National Average
Crime In West University Place Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
West University Place / 100k People |
Texas / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 154 | 1,046.2 | 2,429.9 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 8 | 54.3 | 389.4 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 5.2 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 6 | 40.8 | 63.5 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 2 | 13.6 | 270.7 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 146 | 991.8 | 2,040.5 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 8 | 54.3 | 284.3 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 128 | 869.6 | 1,425.6 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 10 | 67.9 | 330.7 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in West University Place summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in West University Place. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Texas. Key points include:
The cost of living in West University Place is 236 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in West University Place is 2.4x higher than the national average.
The median home value in West University Place is $1,560,991.
The median income in West University Place is $250,001.
West University Place's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In West University Place Comparison Table
| Living Expense | West University Place | Texas | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 236 | 93 | 100 |
| Services | 105 | 100 | 100 |
| Groceries | 100 | 99 | 100 |
| Health | 545 | 81 | 100 |
| Housing | 100 | 97 | 100 |
| Transportation | 104 | 103 | 100 |
| Utilities | 99 | 100 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
West University Place, TX Weather
The average high in West University Place is 78.6° and the average low is 61.4°.
There are 66.1 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 51.5 inches of precipitation each year with 0.0 inches of snow.
| Stat | West University Place |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 78.6 |
| Average Annual Low | 61.4 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 66.1 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 51.5 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 0.0 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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West University Place Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in West University Place
The current population in West University Place is 14,982. The population has increased 2.5% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 14,982 | 0.5% |
| 2023 | 14,907 | -0.4% |
| 2022 | 14,963 | -0.1% |
| 2021 | 14,975 | -3.9% |
| 2020 | 15,589 | -0.1% |
| 2019 | 15,603 | -0.1% |
| 2018 | 15,619 | 0.9% |
| 2017 | 15,477 | 1.0% |
| 2016 | 15,318 | -0.6% |
| 2015 | 15,412 | 1.2% |
| 2014 | 15,223 | 1.3% |
| 2013 | 15,033 | 1.1% |
| 2012 | 14,866 | 0.9% |
| 2011 | 14,733 | 0.8% |
| 2010 | 14,615 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in West University Place
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West University Place is:
71.5% White with 10,709 White residents.
0.2% African American with 31 African American residents.
0.0% American Indian with 7 American Indian residents.
12.7% Asian with 1,896 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.7% Other with 104 Other residents.
6.6% Two Or More with 995 Two Or More residents.
8.3% Hispanic with 1,240 Hispanic residents.
| Race | West University Place | TX | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 71.5% | 39.1% | 57.4% |
| African American | 0.2% | 11.9% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 12.7% | 5.5% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 6.6% | 3.1% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 8.3% | 39.7% | 19.3% |
Gender in West University Place
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West University Place is 48.8% female with 7,311 female residents.
West University Place is 51.2% male with 7,671 male residents.
| Gender | West University Place | TX | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.8% | 50.1% | 50.5% |
| Male | 51.2% | 49.9% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in West University Place for adults over 25
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0.0% of adults in West University Place completed < 9th grade.
0.0% of adults in West University Place completed 9-12th grade.
2.0% of adults in West University Place completed high school / ged.
6.0% of adults in West University Place completed some college.
1.0% of adults in West University Place completed associate's degree.
32.0% of adults in West University Place completed bachelor's degree.
24.0% of adults in West University Place completed master's degree.
25.0% of adults in West University Place completed professional degree.
10.0% of adults in West University Place completed doctorate degree.
| Education | West University Place | TX | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 0.0% | 8.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 0.0% | 7.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 2.0% | 24.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 6.0% | 20.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 1.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 32.0% | 21.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 24.0% | 9.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 25.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 10.0% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For West University Place, Texas
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1.2% of households in West University Place earn Less than $10,000.
0.8% of households in West University Place earn $10,000 to $14,999.
0.3% of households in West University Place earn $15,000 to $24,999.
1.4% of households in West University Place earn $25,000 to $34,999.
2.2% of households in West University Place earn $35,000 to $49,999.
6.3% of households in West University Place earn $50,000 to $74,999.
1.8% of households in West University Place earn $75,000 to $99,999.
10.5% of households in West University Place earn $100,000 to $149,999.
9.6% of households in West University Place earn $150,000 to $199,999.
65.9% of households in West University Place earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | West University Place | TX | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 1.2% | 5.0% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0.8% | 3.3% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 0.3% | 6.3% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1.4% | 6.8% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 2.2% | 10.5% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 6.3% | 16.1% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1.8% | 12.8% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 10.5% | 17.3% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 9.6% | 9.5% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 65.9% | 12.5% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
