What are the schools like in Gruver, TX?

Gruver is served primarily by GRUVER ISD. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 7.9:1.

What is the median household income in Gruver?

The median household income in Gruver, TX is $60,179 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.1%.

What is the weather like in Gruver, TX?

Gruver has an average high temperature of 49.0°F in January and 93.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 20.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 11.8 inches.

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

Q: Is Gruver, TX affordable or expensive?

Gruver's cost of living index is 90, where 100 represents the national average. This means Gruver is 10% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $109,000 and the median rent is $793 per month.

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

Crime rate data for Gruver is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Gruver, TX a Good Place to Live?

Gruver is a small town of 1,574 in Texas, with a median household income of $60,179 and a 4.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 90 (US average = 100), which is 10% below the national average.

Strengths: Gruver stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A), short average commutes.

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

All Gruver 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: 90.1

Gruver's overall cost of living index is 90.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Gruver costs roughly 10% less than the average American city.

Metric	Gruver, TX	National Avg
Median Home Value	$109,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$793	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	81.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$60,179	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Crime data for Gruver is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Gruver is served primarily by GRUVER ISD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 7.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Gruver, TX	National Avg
School District	GRUVER ISD	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	7.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	31.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	62.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Gruver sees average highs of 49.0°F in January and 93.1°F in July, with 20.6 inches of annual precipitation and 11.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Gruver, TX
Average High — January	49.0°F
Average High — July	93.1°F
Annual Precipitation	20.6"
Annual Snowfall	11.8"

Demographics

Metric	Gruver, TX	National Avg
Population	1,574	—
Median Age	32.7	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	24.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	71.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	23.8%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	29.1%	22.2%
65 and over	13.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Gruver

Gruver, TX is covered by 1 ZIP code:

79040

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gruver, TX affordable or expensive?

Gruver's cost of living index is 90, where 100 is the national average. That makes Gruver roughly 10% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $109,000 and median rent is $793/month.

What is the crime rate in Gruver, TX?

Crime data for Gruver is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Gruver?

Public schools in Gruver are operated by GRUVER ISD. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 7.9:1. 31.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Gruver, TX a good place to live?

Gruver, TX has a population of 1,574, a median household income of $60,179, and an unemployment rate of 4.1%. 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 Gruver?

Gruver averages 49.0°F in January and 93.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 20.6 inches with about 11.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Gruver?

Gruver, TX is covered by 1 ZIP code: 79040.

What is the population of Gruver?

The population of Gruver, Texas is 1,574 with a median age of 32.7. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Gruver?

Key numbers for living in Gruver: cost of living index 90 (100 = US average), median home $109,000, median household income $60,179, crime index 4 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Gruver side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.