What are the schools like in Jarrell, TX?

Jarrell is served primarily by JARRELL ISD. The district operates 3 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 3 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 15.9:1.

What is the median household income in Jarrell?

The median household income in Jarrell, TX is $103,017 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.1%.

What is the weather like in Jarrell, TX?

Jarrell has an average high temperature of 60.3°F in January and 95.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.9 inches.

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

Q: Is Jarrell, TX affordable or expensive?

Jarrell's cost of living index is 98, where 100 represents the national average. This means Jarrell is 2% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $294,900 and the median rent is $1,661 per month.

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

Jarrell has a violent crime rate of 133.6 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1221.4 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Jarrell, TX a Good Place to Live?

Jarrell is a small town of 2,132 in Texas, with a median household income of $103,017 and a 3.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 98 (US average = 100), which is 2% below the national average.

Strengths: Jarrell stands out for lower-than-average crime.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Jarrell is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Jarrell 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: 97.6

Jarrell's overall cost of living index is 97.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Jarrell costs roughly 2% less than the average American city.

Metric	Jarrell, TX	National Avg
Median Home Value	$294,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,661	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	87.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$103,017	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Jarrell's violent crime rate is 133.6 per 100,000 residents — 65% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

133.6 /100k

Property Crime

1221.4 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Jarrell is served primarily by JARRELL ISD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Jarrell, TX	National Avg
School District	JARRELL ISD	—
Elementary Schools	3	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	3	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	15.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	25.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	88.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Jarrell sees average highs of 60.3°F in January and 95.9°F in July, with 35.9 inches of annual precipitation .

Metric	Jarrell, TX
Average High — January	60.3°F
Average High — July	95.9°F
Annual Precipitation	35.9"
Annual Snowfall	Trace / None

Demographics

Metric	Jarrell, TX	National Avg
Population	2,132	—
Median Age	36.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	33.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	60.8%	59.3%
Black or African American	11.8%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	18.9%	18.9%
Asian	0.1%	6.3%
Under 18	25.8%	22.2%
65 and over	10.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Sonterra, TX 1 mi Serenada, TX 8 mi Weir, TX 9 mi Florence, TX 11 mi Bartlett, TX 11 mi

ZIP Codes in Jarrell

Jarrell, TX is covered by 1 ZIP code:

76537

Jarrell vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jarrell, TX affordable or expensive?

Jarrell's cost of living index is 98, where 100 is the national average. That makes Jarrell roughly 2% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $294,900 and median rent is $1,661/month.

What is the crime rate in Jarrell, TX?

Jarrell's violent crime rate is 133.6 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1221.4 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Jarrell?

Public schools in Jarrell are operated by JARRELL ISD. The district has 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 3 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.9:1. 25.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Jarrell, TX a good place to live?

Jarrell, TX has a population of 2,132, a median household income of $103,017, and an unemployment rate of 3.1%. 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 Jarrell?

Jarrell averages 60.3°F in January and 95.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 35.9 inches . Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Jarrell?

Jarrell, TX is covered by 1 ZIP code: 76537.

What is the population of Jarrell?

The population of Jarrell, Texas is 2,132 with a median age of 36.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Jarrell?

Key numbers for living in Jarrell: cost of living index 98 (100 = US average), median home $294,900, median household income $103,017, crime index 44 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Jarrell side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.