Palestine, Texas

Population 18,647

Palestine is located in Anderson County, TX. The population is 18,647, making Palestine the largest city in Anderson County.

There are 15 public schools in Palestine with an average Homefacts rating of C. The total crime rate for Palestine is moderate , and there are 0 registered sex offenders residing in the city. Unemployment in Palestine is moderate and the median home sales price is $0. Detailed and up-to-date Palestine property reports are available for any property address.

Cities near Palestine include Elkhart, Neches and Tennessee Colony.

Palestine Neighborhood Report

Schools

School Rating is Average
  • No High School Diploma: 17.6%
  • High School Graduate or Higher: 66.1%
  • Bachelor's Degree or Higher: 16.2%

Crime Rate

17.39% Higher than national avg.
  • Auto theft: 177
  • Violent Crimes: 548
  • Robbery: 55
  • Burglary: 526
  • Property Crime: 2
  • Larceny Theft: 1

Registered Offenders

100.00% Lower than national avg.
  • 0 offenders in Palestine
  • 0.00 offenders/10,000 residents

Environmental Hazards

177 Found nearby
  • Brownfields: 0
  • Registered Polluters: 8
  • Superfunds: 6
  • Tanks & Spills: 163

Unemployment

Moderate 3.5%
  • Texas unemployment average: 4.2%
  • National unemployment average: 3.7%

Property Values

Median Property Value $0

Schools view all

15 Public Schools view public schools

Summary
There are 15 K-12 public schools in Palestine, TX and 1 private school. Homefacts rates Palestine's schools as Average, with an overall C rating.
1 Private School

Christian Heritage Academy

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1 Colleges & Universities view all colleges & universities

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  • Good news! No offenders found in Palestine, TX.

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*100 is national avg. Greater than 100 means higher crime, lower means less crime.
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2 Building Permits View All

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  • In 2014, the city of Palestine, TX issued 2 building permits. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes.
  • In 2013, the city of Palestine, TX issued 3 building permits. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes.
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Fair Market Rents

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  • Property Type Rent
  • Studio: $615
  • 1 Bedroom: $685
  • 2 Bedrooms: $831
  • 3 Bedrooms: $1,164
  • 4 Bedrooms: $1,388

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Environmental Hazards

177 Environmental Hazards

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Health Hazards

  • Air Quality HEALTHY (121/132)
    Palestine, TX has 91.67% good air quality.
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  • Radon ZONE 3 COUNTY
    Palestine, TX is a green zone.
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  • UV Index HIGH 5.89 Average
    Palestine, TX is a high risk area for ultra-violet rays.
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Weather

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Average Monthly Temperature

  • January 49.5°
  • February 50.88°
  • March 59.83°
  • April 67.88°
  • May 74.68°
  • June 82.52°
  • July 85.32°
  • August 87.3°
  • September 79.23°
  • October 67.57°
  • November 58.4°
  • December 49.3°

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Natural Disasters

Probability of Natural Disasters for Palestine, TX

Earthquakes
Palestine, TX has a very low risk of earthquakes.
Hurricanes
Palestine, TX has no risk of hurricanes.
Hail
Palestine, TX has a moderate risk of hail storms.
Tornadoes
Palestine, TX has a moderate risk of tornadoes.

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Median Household Income

Median Household Income in Palestine, TX: $37,304

Unemployment

Unemployment in Palestine is 3.5%. It is lower than the state and national averages, 4.2% and 3.7% respectively

Workforce Breakdown

Blue Collar - 52.93%
White Collar - 47.07%

Politics

State Representatives

  • Gov. Greg Abbott
  • Sen. John Cornyn
  • Sen. Ted Cruz

City Representatives

  • Jeb Hensarling

Neighborhood Info

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