Wichita Falls, TX
Demographics And Statistics
Living In Wichita Falls, Texas Summary
Life in Wichita Falls research summary. HomeSnacks has been using Saturday Night Science to research the quality of life in Wichita Falls over the past nine years using Census, FBI, Zillow, and other primary data sources. Based on the most recently available data, we found the following about life in Wichita Falls:
The population in Wichita Falls is 102,558.
The median home value in Wichita Falls is $171,582.
The median income in Wichita Falls is $58,568.
The cost of living in Wichita Falls is 86 which is 0.9x lower than the national average.
The median rent in Wichita Falls is $978.
The unemployment rate in Wichita Falls is 3.5%.
The poverty rate in Wichita Falls is 17.4%.
The average high in Wichita Falls is 75.8° and the average low is 51.3°.
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Wichita Falls, TX Crime Report
Crime in Wichita Falls summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Wichita Falls. Key points include:
There were 3,051 total crimes in Wichita Falls in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Wichita Falls is 2,969.0 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Wichita Falls is 350.3 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Wichita Falls is 2,618.7 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Wichita Falls is 40.10% above the national average.
Total Crimes
Above National Average
Crime In Wichita Falls Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Wichita Falls / 100k People |
Texas / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 3,051 | 2,969.0 | 2,429.9 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 360 | 350.3 | 389.4 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 9 | 8.8 | 5.2 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 61 | 59.4 | 63.5 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 225 | 219.0 | 270.7 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 2,691 | 2,618.7 | 2,040.5 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 457 | 444.7 | 284.3 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 1,982 | 1,928.7 | 1,425.6 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 252 | 245.2 | 330.7 | 259.0 |
Wichita Falls, TX Cost Of Living
Cost of living in Wichita Falls summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Wichita Falls. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Texas. Key points include:
The cost of living in Wichita Falls is 86 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Wichita Falls is 0.9x lower than the national average.
The median home value in Wichita Falls is $171,582.
The median income in Wichita Falls is $58,568.
Wichita Falls's Overall Cost Of Living
Lower Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Wichita Falls Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Wichita Falls | Texas | National Average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 86 | 92 | 100 | |
| Services | 90 | 97 | 100 | |
| Groceries | 96 | 97 | 100 | |
| Health | 98 | 93 | 100 | |
| Housing | 67 | 82 | 100 | |
| Transportation | 95 | 94 | 100 | |
| Utilities | 99 | 104 | 100 | |
Wichita Falls, TX Weather
The average high in Wichita Falls is 75.8° and the average low is 51.3°.
There are 44.5 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 29.8 inches of precipitation each year with 3.2 inches of snow.
| Stat | Wichita Falls |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 75.8 |
| Average Annual Low | 51.3 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 44.5 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 29.8 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 3.2 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Wichita Falls, TX Photos
1 Reviews & Comments About Wichita Falls
/5
HomeSnacks User - 2018-07-14 16:30:28.738178
It was speechless, Miracle. I can not believe that incident, what the crime done.
My Favorite place is Los vegas. Because it is most entertainment and more joy place.
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Wichita Falls Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Wichita Falls
The current population in Wichita Falls is 102,558. The population has decreased -1.4% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 102,558 | 0.1% |
| 2022 | 102,482 | -0.1% |
| 2021 | 102,563 | -2.0% |
| 2020 | 104,657 | 0.4% |
| 2019 | 104,279 | -0.2% |
| 2018 | 104,494 | -0.1% |
| 2017 | 104,621 | -0.4% |
| 2016 | 105,013 | 0.1% |
| 2015 | 104,926 | 0.1% |
| 2014 | 104,771 | 0.4% |
| 2013 | 104,402 | 0.2% |
| 2012 | 104,152 | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 103,973 | -0.1% |
| 2010 | 104,066 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Wichita Falls
Wichita Falls is:
58.4% White with 59,900 White residents.
12.5% African American with 12,792 African American residents.
0.2% American Indian with 248 American Indian residents.
2.7% Asian with 2,725 Asian residents.
0.1% Hawaiian with 145 Hawaiian residents.
0.1% Other with 72 Other residents.
3.6% Two Or More with 3,657 Two Or More residents.
22.4% Hispanic with 23,019 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Wichita Falls | TX | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 58.4% | 39.9% | 58.2% |
| African American | 12.5% | 11.9% | 12.0% |
| American Indian | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 2.7% | 5.3% | 5.7% |
| Hawaiian | 0.1% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.1% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Two Or More | 3.6% | 2.9% | 3.9% |
| Hispanic | 22.4% | 39.5% | 19.0% |
Gender in Wichita Falls
Wichita Falls is 47.6% female with 48,836 female residents.
Wichita Falls is 52.4% male with 53,722 male residents.
| Gender | Wichita Falls | TX | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.6% | 50.1% | 50.5% |
| Male | 52.4% | 49.9% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Wichita Falls for adults over 25
7.0% of adults in Wichita Falls completed < 9th grade.
7.0% of adults in Wichita Falls completed 9-12th grade.
31.0% of adults in Wichita Falls completed high school / ged.
23.0% of adults in Wichita Falls completed some college.
8.0% of adults in Wichita Falls completed associate's degree.
16.0% of adults in Wichita Falls completed bachelor's degree.
6.0% of adults in Wichita Falls completed master's degree.
1.0% of adults in Wichita Falls completed professional degree.
1.0% of adults in Wichita Falls completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Wichita Falls | TX | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 7.0% | 7.0% | 5.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 7.0% | 7.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 31.0% | 24.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 23.0% | 21.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 8.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 16.0% | 21.0% | 21.0% |
| Master's Degree | 6.0% | 9.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Wichita Falls, Texas
6.1% of households in Wichita Falls earn Less than $10,000.
4.8% of households in Wichita Falls earn $10,000 to $14,999.
9.6% of households in Wichita Falls earn $15,000 to $24,999.
8.7% of households in Wichita Falls earn $25,000 to $34,999.
14.5% of households in Wichita Falls earn $35,000 to $49,999.
16.4% of households in Wichita Falls earn $50,000 to $74,999.
12.6% of households in Wichita Falls earn $75,000 to $99,999.
15.3% of households in Wichita Falls earn $100,000 to $149,999.
6.7% of households in Wichita Falls earn $150,000 to $199,999.
5.2% of households in Wichita Falls earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Wichita Falls | TX | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 6.1% | 5.0% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 4.8% | 3.4% | 3.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 9.6% | 6.5% | 6.6% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 8.7% | 7.0% | 6.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 14.5% | 10.9% | 10.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 16.4% | 16.4% | 15.7% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 12.6% | 12.8% | 12.7% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 15.3% | 17.2% | 17.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 6.7% | 9.1% | 9.3% |
| $200,000 or more | 5.2% | 11.7% | 12.6% |
