What are the schools like in Jefferson, TX?

Jefferson is served primarily by JEFFERSON ISD. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.8:1.

What is the median household income in Jefferson?

The median household income in Jefferson, TX is $47,524 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 10.8%.

What is the weather like in Jefferson, TX?

Jefferson has an average high temperature of 56.9°F in January and 94.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 1.3 inches.

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

Q: Is Jefferson, TX affordable or expensive?

Jefferson's cost of living index is 91, where 100 represents the national average. This means Jefferson is 9% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $128,800 and the median rent is $828 per month.

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

Jefferson has a violent crime rate of 271.6 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 2607.3 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Jefferson, TX a Good Place to Live?

Jefferson is a small town of 2,077 in Texas, with a median household income of $47,524 and a 10.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 91 (US average = 100), which is 9% below the national average.

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

All Jefferson 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: 91.3

Jefferson's overall cost of living index is 91.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Jefferson costs roughly 9% less than the average American city.

Metric	Jefferson, TX	National Avg
Median Home Value	$128,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$828	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	51.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$47,524	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Safer than Average

Jefferson's violent crime rate is 271.6 per 100,000 residents — 29% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

271.6 /100k

Property Crime

2607.3 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Jefferson is served primarily by JEFFERSON ISD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.8:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Jefferson, TX	National Avg
School District	JEFFERSON ISD	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	23.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	89.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Jefferson sees average highs of 56.9°F in January and 94.0°F in July, with 49.7 inches of annual precipitation and 1.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Jefferson, TX
Average High — January	56.9°F
Average High — July	94.0°F
Annual Precipitation	49.7"
Annual Snowfall	1.3"

Demographics

Metric	Jefferson, TX	National Avg
Population	2,077	—
Median Age	42.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	10.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	23.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	42.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	51.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.8%	18.9%
Asian	2.8%	6.3%
Under 18	20.5%	22.2%
65 and over	25.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Pine Harbor, TX 9 mi Nesbitt, TX 13 mi Uncertain, TX 13 mi Avinger, TX 15 mi Marshall, TX 16 mi

ZIP Codes in Jefferson

Jefferson, TX is covered by 1 ZIP code:

75657

Jefferson vs Other Cities

Jefferson, TX vs Pine Harbor, TX Jefferson, TX vs Nesbitt, TX Jefferson, TX vs Uncertain, TX Jefferson, TX vs Avinger, TX Jefferson, TX vs Marshall, TX

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jefferson, TX affordable or expensive?

Jefferson's cost of living index is 91, where 100 is the national average. That makes Jefferson roughly 9% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $128,800 and median rent is $828/month.

What is the crime rate in Jefferson, TX?

Jefferson's violent crime rate is 271.6 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 2607.3 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Jefferson?

Public schools in Jefferson are operated by JEFFERSON ISD. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.8:1. 23.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Jefferson, TX a good place to live?

Jefferson, TX has a population of 2,077, a median household income of $47,524, and an unemployment rate of 10.8%. 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 Jefferson?

Jefferson averages 56.9°F in January and 94.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 49.7 inches with about 1.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Jefferson?

Jefferson, TX is covered by 1 ZIP code: 75657.

What is the population of Jefferson?

The population of Jefferson, Texas is 2,077 with a median age of 42.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Jefferson?

Key numbers for living in Jefferson: cost of living index 91 (100 = US average), median home $128,800, median household income $47,524, 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 Jefferson side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.