Town in Wheeler County

Living in Wheeler, TX

B-

301st of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 59 of 100

Wheeler gets an overall grade of B- and ranks 301st of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on schools and cost of living, and trails on health and home ownership.

  • Short commutes
  • Health scores low (18 of 100)
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Where Wheeler is in Texas.
Population
1,431-3.7% since 2020
Median rent
$99429% lower than Texas
Median home value
$159,00044% lower than Texas
Household income
$56,346Median
Average commute
17 minOne way
Violent crime
No dataNo full-year report

What it's like to live in Wheeler

Wheeler is a town in Wheeler County. 1,431 people lived here in 2025, down 3.7% from 2020. It is spread out.

Places locals use include Tom Britt Memorial Park and Wheeler Public Library.

The median age is 37.8, 59% of households have children, 72% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $56,346 a year (28% lower than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Wheeler

  • Lower rent. Median rent is $994, 29% lower than the Texas median.
  • Short commutes. The average trip to work takes 17 minutes, against 27 across Texas.

Cons of living in Wheeler

No clear weak spots in our data.

Who Wheeler suits

  • FamiliesA reasonable fit. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 58% for families.
  • Young professionalsA reasonable fit: household income is 28% lower than the Texas median, with 8 restaurants and 2 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 54% for young professionals.
  • Remote workersA reasonable fit: 92% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $994 is 29% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 75% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetA reasonable fit: the median rent of $994 is 29% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 57% for people on a budget.

Wheeler report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Wheeler 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 B-

    Median rent $994, homes cost 2.8x income.

    63 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade D+

    Median household income $56,346, 4.3% unemployed.

    28 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade B

    1 rated campuses, 100% rated A or B.

    72 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Safety: no grade

    No full year of crime data from local police.

    No score vs TX towns

  • Errands and things to do: no grade

    1 grocery store, 8 restaurants, 2 parks mapped in town.

    No score vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade B-

    Average commute 17 min, 1.8% work from home.

    61 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade D+

    18% have a bachelor’s degree.

    24 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade D

    22% of adults uninsured.

    18 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade D

    72% of homes owner-occupied.

    22 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade B-

    92% of homes have broadband.

    61 of 100 vs US towns

Where Wheeler stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Average commute: 17 min36% lower than Texas (27 min)
  • Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent: 38%14 points lower than Texas (52%)
  • Median rent: $99429% lower than Texas ($1,403)

Worse than Texas

  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 18%15 points lower than Texas (34%)
  • Median household income: $56,34628% lower than Texas ($78,476)
  • Vacant homes: 20%11 points higher than Texas (9.4%)

Cost of living in Wheeler

Rent is the cost most newcomers feel first. The median rent in Wheeler is $994 a month, 29% lower than the Texas median of $1,403. To keep that rent at 30% of income, a household needs to earn about $40,000 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 $834 for a one-bedroom, $1,048 for a two-bedroom and $1,249 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 $159,000, 44% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $870 before tax, or $1,038 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 Wheeler pays $2,010 a year, 53% 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 WheelerStudio$7971 bedroom$8342 bedrooms$1,0483 bedrooms$1,2494 bedrooms$1,510
HUD fair market rent for FY2027, Wheeler County, TX. This is what a typical, modest unit rents for, including utilities.
MeasureHereTexasUS
Median rent29% lower than Texas$994$1,403$1,413
Median home value44% lower than Texas$159,000$283,800$332,700
Home value to income22% lower than Texas2.8x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent14 points lower than Texas38%52%51%
Median property tax per year53% lower than Texas$2,010$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them9 points higher than Texas72%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas197319921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$1,038
Mortgage payment
$870
Property tax
$168
Median rent, for comparison
$994

Based on a $159,000 home in Wheeler, 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.

Schools in Wheeler

Wheeler has 1 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 Wheeler ISD.

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
72
of 100 vs Texas towns
Average rating
85
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

  • BWheeler SchoolOther, Wheeler ISD85 of 100

Daily life in Wheeler

Everyday places mapped inside Wheeler, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include Tom Britt Memorial Park, Wheeler Public Library.

The average one-way commute is 17 minutes, 36% shorter than the Texas average. 2% 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 $56,346, income per person is $25,668, unemployment is 4.3% and 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

Grocery stores
1
Pharmacies
2
Restaurants
8
Cafes
2
Bars
0
Parks
2
Gyms
0
Hospitals and urgent care
1
Childcare
0
Libraries
1

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income28% lower than Texas$56,346$78,476$80,734
Income per person37% lower than Texas$25,668$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rateAbout the same as Texas4.3%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty line4 points higher than Texas18%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher15 points lower than Texas18%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher1 points lower than Texas85%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance2 points higher than Texas22%20%11%
Homes with broadband internetAbout the same as Texas92%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute36% lower than Texas17 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home13 points lower than Texas1.8%14%15%
Workers who work from home1.8%
Workers who take transit0%
Workers who walk0.2%
Workers who bike0%

Who lives in Wheeler

Under 1829%
18 to 3419%
35 to 6432%
65 and over20%

Median age 37.8 years. 59% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White64%
Hispanic or Latino31%
Black0.1%
Asian1.8%
Other or more than one race3.1%

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

Weather in Wheeler

Wheeler has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 94°F and January lows about 24°F. There are about 82 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 25 inches of rain a year.

Average monthly high and low temperatures in Wheeler20°40°60°80°100°50J54F64M72A80M89J94J92A85S73O61N51DRain

Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Shamrock #2, 16 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.

Natural hazard risk

    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 Wheeler

    Nearby, Shamrock gets a D+, Canadian gets an A and Pampa gets a D+. Each is graded against Texas places of its own size, so a small town and a big city can both earn an A.

    1. D+ShamrockTown, 1,710 people16 mi
    2. ACanadianTown, 2,241 people33 mi
    3. D+PampaSmall city, 16,659 people40 mi
    4. AWellingtonTown, 1,883 people41 mi
    5. A-ClarendonTown, 1,859 people50 mi
    6. A-White DeerTown, 1,191 people50 mi

    Living in Wheeler: common questions

    Is Wheeler, TX a good place to live?

    Wheeler gets an overall grade of B- and ranks 301st of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on schools and cost of living, and trails on health and home ownership.

    How much does it cost to live in Wheeler?

    Median rent in Wheeler is $994 a month, 29% lower than the Texas median. The median home is worth $159,000, 44% lower than the Texas median. A median home costs 2.8x 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 $1,038, including property tax.

    Are the schools good in Wheeler?

    We found 1 rated public school campuses inside Wheeler. 100% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 72 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

    What is the weather like in Wheeler?

    Summers in Wheeler peak at about 94°F in July, and January nights fall to about 24°F. Expect around 82 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 25 inches of rain.

    How long is the commute in Wheeler?

    The average one-way commute is 17 min, 36% lower than the Texas average. About 1.8% 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.