What are the schools like in Jasper, TX?

Jasper is served primarily by JASPER ISD. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.5:1.

What is the median household income in Jasper?

The median household income in Jasper, TX is $38,796 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 9.7%.

What is the weather like in Jasper, TX?

Jasper has an average high temperature of 60.4°F in January and 93.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.4 inches.

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

Q: Is Jasper, TX affordable or expensive?

Jasper's cost of living index is 90, where 100 represents the national average. This means Jasper is 10% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $97,800 and the median rent is $820 per month.

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

Jasper has a violent crime rate of 325.9 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 2176.7 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Jasper, TX a Good Place to Live?

Jasper is a small town of 7,131 in Texas, with a median household income of $38,796 and a 9.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 90 (US average = 100), which is 10% below the national average.

Strengths: Jasper 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: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Jasper is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Jasper 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: 89.9

Jasper's overall cost of living index is 89.9, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Jasper costs roughly 10% less than the average American city.

Metric	Jasper, TX	National Avg
Median Home Value	$97,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$820	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	63.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$38,796	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Safer than Average

Jasper's violent crime rate is 325.9 per 100,000 residents — 14% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

325.9 /100k

Property Crime

2176.7 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Jasper is served primarily by JASPER ISD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.5:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Jasper, TX	National Avg
School District	JASPER ISD	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	13.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	90.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Jasper sees average highs of 60.4°F in January and 93.9°F in July, with 58.4 inches of annual precipitation .

Metric	Jasper, TX
Average High — January	60.4°F
Average High — July	93.9°F
Annual Precipitation	58.4"
Annual Snowfall	Trace / None

Demographics

Metric	Jasper, TX	National Avg
Population	7,131	—
Median Age	37.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	9.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	21.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	46.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	42.2%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	6.7%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	28.8%	22.2%
65 and over	19.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Sam Rayburn, TX 11 mi Browndell, TX 14 mi Newton, TX 15 mi Kirbyville, TX 19 mi Pineland, TX 22 mi

ZIP Codes in Jasper

Jasper, TX is covered by 1 ZIP code:

75951

Jasper vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jasper, TX affordable or expensive?

Jasper's cost of living index is 90, where 100 is the national average. That makes Jasper roughly 10% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $97,800 and median rent is $820/month.

What is the crime rate in Jasper, TX?

Jasper's violent crime rate is 325.9 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 2176.7 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Jasper?

Public schools in Jasper are operated by JASPER ISD. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.5:1. 13.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Jasper, TX a good place to live?

Jasper, TX has a population of 7,131, a median household income of $38,796, and an unemployment rate of 9.7%. 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 Jasper?

Jasper averages 60.4°F in January and 93.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 58.4 inches . Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Jasper?

Jasper, TX is covered by 1 ZIP code: 75951.

What is the population of Jasper?

The population of Jasper, Texas is 7,131 with a median age of 37.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Jasper?

Key numbers for living in Jasper: cost of living index 90 (100 = US average), median home $97,800, median household income $38,796, crime index 93 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Jasper side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.