What are the schools like in Muenster, TX?

Muenster is served primarily by MUENSTER ISD. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.6:1.

What is the median household income in Muenster?

The median household income in Muenster, TX is $91,063 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.6%.

What is the weather like in Muenster, TX?

Muenster has an average high temperature of 54.9°F in January and 94.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 0.1 inches.

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

Q: Is Muenster, TX affordable or expensive?

Muenster's cost of living index is 97, where 100 represents the national average. This means Muenster is 3% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $216,800 and the median rent is $1,168 per month.

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

Muenster has a violent crime rate of 140.6 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1022.9 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Muenster, TX a Good Place to Live?

Muenster is a small town of 1,336 in Texas, with a median household income of $91,063 and a 0.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 97 (US average = 100), which is 3% below the national average.

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

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

All Muenster 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: 96.6

Muenster's overall cost of living index is 96.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Muenster costs roughly 3% less than the average American city.

Metric	Muenster, TX	National Avg
Median Home Value	$216,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,168	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	74.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$91,063	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Muenster's violent crime rate is 140.6 per 100,000 residents — 63% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

140.6 /100k

Property Crime

1022.9 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Muenster is served primarily by MUENSTER ISD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.6:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Muenster, TX	National Avg
School District	MUENSTER ISD	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.6:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	35.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	90.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Muenster sees average highs of 54.9°F in January and 94.4°F in July, with 38.3 inches of annual precipitation and 0.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Muenster, TX
Average High — January	54.9°F
Average High — July	94.4°F
Annual Precipitation	38.3"
Annual Snowfall	0.1"

Demographics

Metric	Muenster, TX	National Avg
Population	1,336	—
Median Age	42.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	18.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	94.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.5%	18.9%
Asian	2.2%	6.3%
Under 18	16.0%	22.2%
65 and over	16.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Muenster

Muenster, TX is covered by 1 ZIP code:

76252

Muenster vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Muenster, TX affordable or expensive?

Muenster's cost of living index is 97, where 100 is the national average. That makes Muenster roughly 3% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $216,800 and median rent is $1,168/month.

What is the crime rate in Muenster, TX?

Muenster's violent crime rate is 140.6 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1022.9 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Muenster?

Public schools in Muenster are operated by MUENSTER ISD. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.6:1. 35.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Muenster, TX a good place to live?

Muenster, TX has a population of 1,336, a median household income of $91,063, and an unemployment rate of 0.6%. 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 Muenster?

Muenster averages 54.9°F in January and 94.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 38.3 inches with about 0.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Muenster?

Muenster, TX is covered by 1 ZIP code: 76252.

What is the population of Muenster?

The population of Muenster, Texas is 1,336 with a median age of 42.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Muenster?

Key numbers for living in Muenster: cost of living index 97 (100 = US average), median home $216,800, median household income $91,063, crime index 42 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Muenster side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.