Town in Haskell County

Living in Haskell, TX

A-

117th of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 84 of 100

We give Haskell an A-. It ranks 117th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on cost of living and schools, and trails on home ownership and internet access. It is a strong pick for families, retirees and people on a budget.

  • Good for families
  • Good for retirees
  • Good for people on a budget
  • Affordable
  • Short commutes
  • Home ownership scores low (13 of 100)
  • Internet access scores low (16 of 100)
Map of Texas showing where Haskell isHoustonSan AntonioDallasAustinFort WorthHaskell
Where Haskell is in Texas.
Population
3,095+0.4% since 2020
Median rent
$77745% lower than Texas
Median home value
$104,50063% lower than Texas
Household income
$62,378Median
Average commute
15 minOne way
Violent crime
33Per 100k, 2025

What it's like to live in Haskell

Haskell is a town in Haskell County. 3,095 people lived here in 2025, up 0.4% from 2020. It is spread out, with an older housing stock (the median home dates to 1958).

Places locals use include Haskell Rv Park and Haskell County Library.

The median age is 45.6, 22% of households have children, 64% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $62,378 a year (21% lower than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Haskell

  • Strong public schools. 100% of the 3 rated campuses here earn an A or B from the Texas Education Agency.
  • Low violent crime. 33 violent crimes per 100,000 people in 2025, 92% lower than the Texas rate.
  • Lower rent. Median rent is $777, 45% lower than the Texas median.
  • Homes are affordable for local incomes. The median home costs 1.7 times the median household income, against 3.6 times across Texas.
  • Short commutes. The average trip to work takes 15 minutes, against 27 across Texas.

Cons of living in Haskell

  • Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of river flooding, tornadoes and hail as very high here.
  • Long, hot summers. Expect about 110 days a year at 90°F or hotter.

Who Haskell suits

  • FamiliesA reasonable fit: 100% of rated schools earn an A or B and violent crime is 92% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 84% for families.
  • Young professionalsA reasonable fit: household income is 21% lower than the Texas median, with 20 restaurants and 0 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 76% for young professionals.
  • RetireesA reasonable fit: 21% of working-age adults are uninsured and violent crime is 92% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 91% for retirees.
  • Remote workersA reasonable fit: 82% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $777 is 45% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 51% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetA reasonable fit: the median rent of $777 is 45% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 89% for people on a budget.

Haskell report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Haskell with other US towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. Schools, safety and errands compare it with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

  • Cost of living: grade A

    Median rent $777, homes cost 1.7x income.

    92 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade C

    Median household income $62,378, 4.0% unemployed.

    41 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade A-

    3 rated campuses, 100% rated A or B.

    81 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Safety: grade B+

    33 violent crimes per 100k, 457 property crimes per 100k.

    78 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Errands and things to do: grade C+

    3 grocery stores, 20 restaurants, 2 parks mapped in town.

    53 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade B-

    Average commute 15 min, 11% work from home.

    56 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade D+

    22% have a bachelor’s degree.

    29 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade D

    21% of adults uninsured.

    23 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade D-

    64% of homes owner-occupied.

    13 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade D

    82% of homes have broadband.

    16 of 100 vs US towns

Where Haskell stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Home value to income: 1.7x54% lower than Texas (3.6x)
  • Average commute: 15 min45% lower than Texas (27 min)
  • Median rent: $77745% lower than Texas ($1,403)

Worse than Texas

  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 22%12 points lower than Texas (34%)
  • Homes with broadband internet: 82%9 points lower than Texas (91%)
  • Vacant homes: 18%9 points higher than Texas (9.4%)

Cost of living in Haskell

Rent is the cost most newcomers feel first. The median rent in Haskell is $777 a month, 45% lower than the Texas median of $1,403. To keep that rent at 30% of income, a household needs to earn about $31,000 a year. Right now 38% of renters here pay more than 30% of their income on rent.

HUD sets fair market rents for this area at $807 for a one-bedroom, $1,014 for a two-bedroom and $1,404 for a three-bedroom (fiscal year 2027). These figures include utilities and describe a modest unit, so newer apartments often ask for more.

The median home is worth $104,500, 63% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $572 before tax, or $700 with property tax. That is close to the median rent, so buying can make sense if you plan to stay.

Texas has no state income tax, but it leans on property taxes instead, though they are lighter here than in much of the state. The median homeowner in Haskell pays $1,538 a year, 64% lower than the Texas median of $4,232. Budget for it, along with homeowners insurance, which our numbers do not include.

Typical rent by apartment size

Fair market rent by bedroom count in HaskellStudio$7711 bedroom$8072 bedrooms$1,0143 bedrooms$1,4044 bedrooms$1,579
HUD fair market rent for FY2027, Haskell County, TX. This is what a typical, modest unit rents for, including utilities.
MeasureHereTexasUS
Median rent45% lower than Texas$777$1,403$1,413
Median home value63% lower than Texas$104,500$283,800$332,700
Home value to income54% lower than Texas1.7x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent13 points lower than Texas38%52%51%
Median property tax per year64% lower than Texas$1,538$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them1 points higher than Texas64%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas195819921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$700
Mortgage payment
$572
Property tax
$128
Median rent, for comparison
$777

Based on a $104,500 home in Haskell, 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28% (Freddie Mac average, week of 2026-10-01). Property tax is the median paid locally, or the county median where the local figure is not published. Insurance and fees are not included.

Is Haskell safe?

In 2025, Haskell Police Department reported 1 violent crimes and 14 property crimes. That works out to 33 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 92% lower than the Texas rate of 387, and 457 property crimes per 100,000, 78% lower than the state rate.

Violent crime is down about 74% since 2021, based on the yearly rates below.

Crime rates describe the whole area a police department covers. Some streets are much quieter than the average and some are busier, so look at the neighborhood grades and visit at different times of day.

Violent crimes per 100,000 people in Haskell by yearTexas3320212022202320242025

Violent crimes per 100,000 people by year. The dashed line is the Texas rate for 2025.

Violent crime
33
per 100k, Texas 387
Property crime
457
per 100k, Texas 2,086
Property crimes per 100,000 people in Haskell by yearTexas45720212022202320242025

Property crimes per 100,000 people by year.

Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer, Haskell Police Department, 2025. Rates count reported crimes only and cover the area this police department serves.

Schools in Haskell

Haskell has 3 public school campuses with a 2025 state rating inside the city, and 100% of them earn an A or B. Most students here are served by Haskell CISD.

Texas districts usually assign students by attendance zone rather than the closest campus, so check the zone for a specific address with the district before you sign a lease or buy.

Schools grade
81
of 100 vs Texas towns
Average rating
87
Texas median 81

Ratings are the 2025 Texas Education Agency A to F accountability ratings. Always check which school serves a specific address with the district.

Top-rated schools

  • BHaskell Junior HighMiddle, Haskell CISD89 of 100
  • BHaskell High SchoolHigh, Haskell CISD88 of 100
  • BHaskell ElementaryElementary, Haskell CISD84 of 100

Daily life in Haskell

Everyday places mapped inside Haskell, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include Haskell Rv Park, Haskell County Library.

The average one-way commute is 15 minutes, 45% shorter than the Texas average. 11% of workers work from home. Fewer than 3% walk, bike or take transit to work, so plan on driving for almost everything.

The median household income is $62,378, income per person is $48,279, unemployment is 4.0% and 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

Grocery stores
3
Pharmacies
1
Restaurants
20
Cafes
0
Bars
0
Parks
2
Gyms
1
Hospitals and urgent care
2
Childcare
1
Libraries
1

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income21% lower than Texas$62,378$78,476$80,734
Income per person18% higher than Texas$48,279$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rate1 points lower than Texas4.0%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty line1 points lower than Texas13%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher12 points lower than Texas22%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher2 points lower than Texas84%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insuranceAbout the same as Texas21%20%11%
Homes with broadband internet9 points lower than Texas82%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute45% lower than Texas15 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home3 points lower than Texas11%14%15%
Workers who work from home11%
Workers who take transit0%
Workers who walk0%
Workers who bike0%

Who lives in Haskell

Under 1813%
18 to 3424%
35 to 6443%
65 and over21%

Median age 45.6 years. 22% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White62%
Hispanic or Latino28%
Black8.9%
Asian0%
Other or more than one race1.1%

Shown for information only. It is never part of any grade.

Weather in Haskell

Haskell has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 95°F and January lows about 29°F. There are about 110 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 27 inches of rain a year.

Average monthly high and low temperatures in Haskell20°40°60°80°100°56J59F68M77A85M92J95J94A87S77O65N56DRain

Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Haskell, 1 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.

Natural hazard risk

FEMA's National Risk Index says river flooding risk is very high, hurricane risk is moderate, tornado risk is very high and hail risk is very high. Before you buy, look up the FEMA flood zone for the exact address and get a flood insurance quote, since standard home policies do not cover floods.

  • River floodingVery high
  • HurricanesModerate
  • TornadoesVery high
  • HailVery high
  • Heat wavesHigh
  • WildfiresVery high
  • Winter stormsVery high
  • Strong windVery high

Source: FEMA National Risk Index, December 2025, Census tract level averaged for the city. Check the FEMA flood map for any address before you buy.

Places near Haskell

Nearby, Stamford gets a C+, Munday gets an A and Anson gets a B-. Each is graded against Texas places of its own size, so a small town and a big city can both earn an A.

  1. C+StamfordTown, 2,917 people12 mi
  2. AMundayTown, 1,407 people21 mi
  3. B-AnsonTown, 2,531 people29 mi
  4. B-HamlinTown, 2,011 people30 mi
  5. B+AlbanyTown, 1,849 people39 mi
  6. A-SeymourTown, 2,623 people42 mi

Living in Haskell: common questions

Is Haskell, TX a good place to live?

We give Haskell an A-. It ranks 117th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on cost of living and schools, and trails on home ownership and internet access. It is a strong pick for families, retirees and people on a budget.

How much does it cost to live in Haskell?

Median rent in Haskell is $777 a month, 45% lower than the Texas median. The median home is worth $104,500, 63% lower than the Texas median. A median home costs 1.7x the median household income, compared with 3.6x across Texas. With 20% down at a 7.28% rate, the monthly payment on a median home is about $700, including property tax.

Is Haskell safe?

In 2025, Haskell Police Department reported 33 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 92% lower than the Texas rate. Property crime was 457 per 100,000, 78% lower than the Texas rate.

Are the schools good in Haskell?

We found 3 rated public school campuses inside Haskell. 100% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 81 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

Does Haskell flood?

FEMA rates river flooding risk in Haskell as very high, and coastal flooding as not rated. Hazards rated high or very high here: river flooding, tornadoes, heat waves, hail, wildfires, winter storms and strong wind. Always check the flood map for a specific address before you buy.

What is the weather like in Haskell?

Summers in Haskell peak at about 95°F in July, and January nights fall to about 29°F. Expect around 110 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 27 inches of rain.

How long is the commute in Haskell?

The average one-way commute is 15 min, 45% lower than the Texas average. About 11% of workers work from home.

Sources: US Census Bureau 2020-2024 ACS 5-year and 2025 population estimates, CDC PLACES 2025, Texas Education Agency 2025 ratings, FBI Crime Data Explorer, FEMA National Risk Index, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, Overture Maps. Updated 2026-10-04. How we grade.