Wichita Falls, Texas

Population 104,557

Wichita Falls is located in Wichita County, TX. The population is 104,557, making Wichita Falls the largest city in Wichita County.

There are 33 public schools in Wichita Falls with an average Homefacts rating of B-. The total crime rate for Wichita Falls is moderate , and there are 250 registered sex offenders residing in the city. Unemployment in Wichita Falls is moderate and the median home sales price is $0. Detailed and up-to-date Wichita Falls property reports are available for any property address.

Cities near Wichita Falls include Pleasant Valley, Lakeside City and Dean.

Wichita Falls Neighborhood Report

Schools

School Rating is Above average
  • No High School Diploma: 14.8%
  • High School Graduate or Higher: 59.5%
  • Bachelor's Degree or Higher: 25.6%

Crime Rate

26.27% Higher than national avg.
  • Auto theft: 222
  • Violent Crimes: 348
  • Robbery: 81
  • Burglary: 533
  • Property Crime: 3
  • Larceny Theft: 2

Registered Offenders

43.36% Higher than national avg.
  • 250 offenders in Wichita Falls
  • 23.91 offenders/10,000 residents

Environmental Hazards

548 Found nearby
  • Brownfields: 2
  • Registered Polluters: 17
  • Superfunds: 12
  • Tanks & Spills: 517

Unemployment

Moderate 4.3%
  • Texas unemployment average: 4.2%
  • National unemployment average: 3.7%

Property Values

Median Property Value $0

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33 Public Schools view public schools

Summary
There are 33 K-12 public schools in Wichita Falls, TX and 4 private schools. Homefacts rates Wichita Falls's schools as Above average, with an overall B- rating.

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122 Building Permits View All

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  • In 2014, the city of Wichita Falls, TX issued 122 building permits. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes. Of those 122 permits, 74 were issued for single family homes and 48 were issued for multi-family homes.
  • In 2013, the city of Wichita Falls, TX issued 133 building permits. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes. Of those 133 permits, 93 were issued for single family homes and 40 were issued for multi-family homes.
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Fair Market Rents

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  • Property Type Rent
  • Studio: $667
  • 1 Bedroom: $737
  • 2 Bedrooms: $916
  • 3 Bedrooms: $1,248
  • 4 Bedrooms: $1,428

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Environmental Hazards

548 Environmental Hazards

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Health Hazards

  • Air Quality HEALTHY (124/124)
    Wichita Falls, TX has 100% good air quality.
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  • Radon ZONE 3 COUNTY
    Wichita Falls, TX is a green zone.
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  • UV Index HIGH 5.57 Average
    Wichita Falls, TX is a high risk area for ultra-violet rays.
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Weather

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Average Monthly Temperature

  • January 42.5°
  • February 46.45°
  • March 56.68°
  • April 64.6°
  • May 72.87°
  • June 83.29°
  • July 86.48°
  • August 86.85°
  • September 76.6°
  • October 64.77°
  • November 55.28°
  • December 45.05°

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Natural Disasters

Probability of Natural Disasters for Wichita Falls, TX

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

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Median Household Income

Median Household Income in Wichita Falls, TX: $42,459

Unemployment

Unemployment in Wichita Falls is 4.3%. It is higher than the state and national averages, 4.2% and 3.7% respectively

Workforce Breakdown

Blue Collar - 44.97%
White Collar - 55.03%

Politics

State Representatives

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

City Representatives

  • Mac Thornberry

Neighborhood Info

6 Airports view all

Nearest Major Airports

68 FCC Towers view all

1 Library view all

2 Police Stations view all

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