What are the schools like in Jayton, TX?

Jayton is served primarily by JAYTON-GIRARD ISD. The district operates several elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 8.4:1.

What is the median household income in Jayton?

The median household income in Jayton, TX is $68,651 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.1%.

What is the weather like in Jayton, TX?

Jayton has an average high temperature of 56.6°F in January and 96.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 4.1 inches.

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

Q: Is Jayton, TX affordable or expensive?

Jayton's cost of living index is 90, where 100 represents the national average. This means Jayton is 10% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $76,100 and the median rent is $929 per month.

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

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

Is Jayton, TX a Good Place to Live?

Jayton is a small town of 421 in Texas, with a median household income of $68,651 and a 2.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 90 (US average = 100), which is 10% below the national average.

Strengths: Jayton 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 Jayton is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Jayton 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: 89.6

Jayton's overall cost of living index is 89.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Jayton costs roughly 10% less than the average American city.

Metric	Jayton, TX	National Avg
Median Home Value	$76,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$929	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	82.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$68,651	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Jayton is served primarily by JAYTON-GIRARD ISD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.4:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Jayton, TX	National Avg
School District	JAYTON-GIRARD ISD	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	8.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	31.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	82.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Jayton sees average highs of 56.6°F in January and 96.5°F in July, with 23.3 inches of annual precipitation and 4.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Jayton, TX
Average High — January	56.6°F
Average High — July	96.5°F
Annual Precipitation	23.3"
Annual Snowfall	4.1"

Demographics

Metric	Jayton, TX	National Avg
Population	421	—
Median Age	48.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	11.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	84.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.5%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	13.8%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	23.5%	22.2%
65 and over	41.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Jayton

Jayton, TX is covered by 1 ZIP code:

79528

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jayton, TX affordable or expensive?

Jayton's cost of living index is 90, where 100 is the national average. That makes Jayton roughly 10% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $76,100 and median rent is $929/month.

What is the crime rate in Jayton, TX?

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

What are the schools like in Jayton?

Public schools in Jayton are operated by JAYTON-GIRARD ISD. The district has several elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.4:1. 31.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Jayton, TX a good place to live?

Jayton, TX has a population of 421, a median household income of $68,651, and an unemployment rate of 2.1%. 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 Jayton?

Jayton averages 56.6°F in January and 96.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 23.3 inches with about 4.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Jayton?

Jayton, TX is covered by 1 ZIP code: 79528.

What is the population of Jayton?

The population of Jayton, Texas is 421 with a median age of 48.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Jayton?

Key numbers for living in Jayton: cost of living index 90 (100 = US average), median home $76,100, median household income $68,651, schools rated A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Jayton side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.