Wichita Falls
- City in Texas
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Wichita Falls
- grade B+Overall Grade
- City in Texas
- Rating 3.59 out of 5 330 reviews
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- Public Schoolsgrade B+
- Crime & Safetygrade C
- Housinggrade B
- Nightlifegrade A minus
- Good for Familiesgrade B
- Diversitygrade A
- Jobsgrade B
- Weathergrade B+
- Cost of Livinggrade A minus
- Health & Fitnessgrade B minus
- Outdoor Activitiesgrade C
- Commutegrade A minus
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Median Home Value
$109,000
National
$244,900Median Rent
$869
National
$1,163Area Feel
Sparse Suburban
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Wichita Falls Rankings
Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
grade C
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Violent Crimes
- Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
- Assault299national 282.7
- Murder13.5national 6.1
- Rape106.4national 40.7
- Robbery51.3national 135.5
Property Crimes
- Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
- Burglary499.3national 500.1
- Theft2,077.7national 2,042.8
- Motor Vehicle Theft291.3national 284
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Working in Wichita Falls
Jobs
grade B
Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
Median Household Income
$50,856
National
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Wichita Falls Reviews
Rating 3.59 out of 5 330 reviews
Wichita Falls is my hometown, so naturally I have grown to love it, even the parts that are not so easy to love. That being said, this small city has grown exponentially in the last decade. For example, our downtown area has been hosting monthly art walks, so that local artists can show and give their artwork to the community. It also hosts not just one, but two farmers markets every Saturday morning, so that locally owned businesses have equal opportunity to network and share their goods and services with the community.
I would like to see more variety of businesses and restaurants added to the city. We have had to shop and eat in the same places for decades, and if we want to try anything different or new, we have to travel to Dallas or Oklahoma City. Our local nightlife could also use some diversity as well.
Overall, Wichita Falls is still growing and I hope they continue to grow for years to come, in a positive way.
I would like to see more variety of businesses and restaurants added to the city. We have had to shop and eat in the same places for decades, and if we want to try anything different or new, we have to travel to Dallas or Oklahoma City. Our local nightlife could also use some diversity as well.
Overall, Wichita Falls is still growing and I hope they continue to grow for years to come, in a positive way.
I was born and raised here, so I have an appreciation for this town deep down. However, I have also lived in several other states, and I sincerely wish Wichita Falls would come together to keep up with the times a little bit more. More community outreach, more LGBTQ-friendly events, less box stores and more local business. There's a disconnect here between the residents and the policymakers in that there are many of us residents who see a lot of potential in the town, but the ones in power resist using public funds in more progressive ways. With a strong public arts initiative and so much open lake space outside of town, Wichita Falls could very easily become a welcoming place for all people, and especially for those who enjoy the outdoors and days at the lake.
Wichita Falls has friendly people, a small but great downtown with lots of local shops and restaurants. There are city parks everywhere and beautification efforts throughout town. There is a walking biking trail that runs through the city. There are good private schools to choose from and the Wichita Falls ISD gives students many choices, including to graduate with a vocation. WFISD technology is outstanding and students have use of makerspaces and 3D printers. Midwestern State University is an excellent University.
Overall Wichita Falls is an amazing place to raise a family!
Overall Wichita Falls is an amazing place to raise a family!