What are the schools like in Stowell, TX?

Stowell is served primarily by EAST CHAMBERS ISD. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.5:1.

What is the median household income in Stowell?

The median household income in Stowell, TX is N/A according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 12.8%.

What is the weather like in Stowell, TX?

Stowell has an average high temperature of 61.6°F in January and 90.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 0.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Stowell, TX affordable or expensive?

Stowell's cost of living index is 100, where 100 represents the national average. This means Stowell is 0% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $119,100 and the median rent is N/A per month.

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

Stowell has a violent crime rate of 369.6 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 2176.2 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Stowell, TX a Good Place to Live?

Stowell is a small town of 1,960 in Texas, with a median household income of N/A and a 12.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 100 (US average = 100), which is 0% above the national average.

Strengths: Stowell stands out for below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B-).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Stowell is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Stowell 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: 100.2

Stowell's overall cost of living index is 100.2, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Stowell costs roughly 0% more than the average American city.

Metric	Stowell, TX	National Avg
Median Home Value	$119,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	74.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	N/A	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Near National Average

Stowell's violent crime rate is 369.6 per 100,000 residents — 3% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

369.6 /100k

Property Crime

2176.2 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Stowell is served primarily by EAST CHAMBERS ISD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.5:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Stowell, TX	National Avg
School District	EAST CHAMBERS ISD	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	22.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	78.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Stowell sees average highs of 61.6°F in January and 90.7°F in July, with 59.7 inches of annual precipitation and 0.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Stowell, TX
Average High — January	61.6°F
Average High — July	90.7°F
Annual Precipitation	59.7"
Annual Snowfall	0.2"

Demographics

Metric	Stowell, TX	National Avg
Population	1,960	—
Median Age	36.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	12.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	37.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	44.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.5%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	44.4%	18.9%
Asian	5.3%	6.3%
Under 18	35.1%	22.2%
65 and over	10.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Stowell

Stowell, TX is covered by 2 ZIP codes:

77665 77661

Stowell vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stowell, TX affordable or expensive?

Stowell's cost of living index is 100, where 100 is the national average. That puts Stowell roughly 0% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $119,100 and median rent is N/A/month.

What is the crime rate in Stowell, TX?

Stowell's violent crime rate is 369.6 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 2176.2 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Stowell?

Public schools in Stowell are operated by EAST CHAMBERS ISD. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.5:1. 22.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Stowell, TX a good place to live?

Stowell, TX has a population of 1,960, a median household income of N/A, and an unemployment rate of 12.8%. 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 Stowell?

Stowell averages 61.6°F in January and 90.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 59.7 inches with about 0.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Stowell?

Stowell, TX is covered by 2 ZIP codes: 77665, 77661.

What is the population of Stowell?

The population of Stowell, Texas is 1,960 with a median age of 36.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Stowell?

Key numbers for living in Stowell: cost of living index 100 (100 = US average), median home $119,100, median household income N/A, crime index 100 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Stowell side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.