What are the schools like in Dimmitt, TX?

Dimmitt is served primarily by DIMMITT ISD. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.4:1.

What is the median household income in Dimmitt?

The median household income in Dimmitt, TX is $64,848 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.9%.

What is the weather like in Dimmitt, TX?

Dimmitt has an average high temperature of 51.4°F in January and 91.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 9.8 inches.

Dimmitt, TX Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Dimmitt, TX affordable or expensive?

Dimmitt's cost of living index is 90, where 100 represents the national average. This means Dimmitt is 10% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $102,600 and the median rent is $840 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Dimmitt, TX?

Dimmitt has a violent crime rate of 148.4 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 197.8 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Dimmitt, TX a Good Place to Live?

Dimmitt is a small town of 4,169 in Texas, with a median household income of $64,848 and a 2.9% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 90 (US average = 100), which is 10% below the national average.

Strengths: Dimmitt stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, lower-than-average crime, solid school ratings (B), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Dimmitt is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Dimmitt city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 90.3

Dimmitt's overall cost of living index is 90.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Dimmitt costs roughly 10% less than the average American city.

Metric	Dimmitt, TX	National Avg
Median Home Value	$102,600	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$840	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	58.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$64,848	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Dimmitt's violent crime rate is 148.4 per 100,000 residents — 61% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

148.4 /100k

Property Crime

197.8 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Dimmitt is served primarily by DIMMITT ISD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.4:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Dimmitt, TX	National Avg
School District	DIMMITT ISD	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	23.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	77.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Dimmitt sees average highs of 51.4°F in January and 91.7°F in July, with 21.0 inches of annual precipitation and 9.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Dimmitt, TX
Average High — January	51.4°F
Average High — July	91.7°F
Annual Precipitation	21.0"
Annual Snowfall	9.8"

Demographics

Metric	Dimmitt, TX	National Avg
Population	4,169	—
Median Age	31.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	14.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	62.8%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.3%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	29.9%	18.9%
Asian	0.7%	6.3%
Under 18	28.6%	22.2%
65 and over	16.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Nazareth, TX 12 mi Hart, TX 16 mi Summerfield, TX 18 mi Hereford, TX 20 mi Springlake, TX 22 mi

ZIP Codes in Dimmitt

Dimmitt, TX is covered by 1 ZIP code:

79027

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dimmitt, TX affordable or expensive?

Dimmitt's cost of living index is 90, where 100 is the national average. That makes Dimmitt roughly 10% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $102,600 and median rent is $840/month.

What is the crime rate in Dimmitt, TX?

Dimmitt's violent crime rate is 148.4 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 197.8 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Dimmitt?

Public schools in Dimmitt are operated by DIMMITT ISD. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.4:1. 23.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Dimmitt, TX a good place to live?

Dimmitt, TX has a population of 4,169, a median household income of $64,848, and an unemployment rate of 2.9%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Dimmitt?

Dimmitt averages 51.4°F in January and 91.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 21.0 inches with about 9.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Dimmitt?

Dimmitt, TX is covered by 1 ZIP code: 79027.

What is the population of Dimmitt?

The population of Dimmitt, Texas is 4,169 with a median age of 31.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Dimmitt?

Key numbers for living in Dimmitt: cost of living index 90 (100 = US average), median home $102,600, median household income $64,848, crime index 27 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Dimmitt side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.