What are the schools like in Webster, TX?

Webster is served primarily by CLEAR CREEK ISD. The district operates 27 elementary schools, 10 middle schools, and 9 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 16.1:1.

What is the median household income in Webster?

The median household income in Webster, TX is $58,555 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.8%.

What is the weather like in Webster, TX?

Webster has an average high temperature of 63.8°F in January and 91.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 60.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 0.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Webster, TX affordable or expensive?

Webster's cost of living index is 100, where 100 represents the national average. This means Webster is 0% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $235,100 and the median rent is $1,249 per month.

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

Webster has a violent crime rate of 537.5 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 5994.7 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Webster, TX a Good Place to Live?

Webster is a small city of 12,297 in Texas, with a median household income of $58,555 and a 4.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 100 (US average = 100), which is 0% above the national average.

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

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include a higher-than-average crime index. Whether Webster is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Webster 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

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

Metric	Webster, TX	National Avg
Median Home Value	$235,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,249	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	16.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$58,555	$74,755

Crime & Safety

High Crime

Webster's violent crime rate is 537.5 per 100,000 residents — 41% higher than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

537.5 /100k

Property Crime

5994.7 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Webster is served primarily by CLEAR CREEK ISD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.1:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Webster, TX	National Avg
School District	CLEAR CREEK ISD	—
Elementary Schools	27	—
Middle Schools	10	—
High Schools	9	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	16.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	34.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	88.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Webster sees average highs of 63.8°F in January and 91.8°F in July, with 60.7 inches of annual precipitation and 0.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Webster, TX
Average High — January	63.8°F
Average High — July	91.8°F
Annual Precipitation	60.7"
Annual Snowfall	0.2"

Demographics

Metric	Webster, TX	National Avg
Population	12,297	—
Median Age	37.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	26.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	58.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	14.9%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	18.5%	18.9%
Asian	4.3%	6.3%
Under 18	15.3%	22.2%
65 and over	13.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Nassau Bay, TX 2 mi League City, TX 3 mi Taylor Lake Village, TX 5 mi El Lago, TX 5 mi Clear Lake Shores, TX 5 mi

ZIP Codes in Webster

Webster, TX is covered by 1 ZIP code:

77598

Webster vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Webster, TX affordable or expensive?

Webster's cost of living index is 100, where 100 is the national average. That puts Webster roughly 0% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $235,100 and median rent is $1,249/month.

What is the crime rate in Webster, TX?

Webster's violent crime rate is 537.5 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 5994.7 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Webster?

Public schools in Webster are operated by CLEAR CREEK ISD. The district has 27 elementary, 10 middle, and 9 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.1:1. 34.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Webster, TX a good place to live?

Webster, TX has a population of 12,297, a median household income of $58,555, and an unemployment rate of 4.8%. 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 Webster?

Webster averages 63.8°F in January and 91.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 60.7 inches with about 0.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Webster?

Webster, TX is covered by 1 ZIP code: 77598.

What is the population of Webster?

The population of Webster, Texas is 12,297 with a median age of 37.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Webster?

Key numbers for living in Webster: cost of living index 100 (100 = US average), median home $235,100, median household income $58,555, crime index 199 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Webster side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.