Town in Hunt County, part of the Dallas-Fort Worth metro

Living in Wolfe City, TX

C-

497th of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 33 of 100
130th of 181 in the Dallas-Fort Worth area

Wolfe City gets an overall grade of C- and ranks 497th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on cost of living and safety, and trails on internet access and jobs and income. It is a strong pick for retirees.

  • Good for retirees
  • Affordable
  • Jobs and income scores low (17 of 100)
  • Internet access scores low (5 of 100)
Map of Texas showing where Wolfe City isHoustonSan AntonioDallasAustinFort WorthWolfe City
Where Wolfe City is in Texas.
Population
1,503+7.5% since 2020
Median rent
$79843% lower than Texas
Median home value
$150,20047% lower than Texas
Household income
$52,031Median
Average commute
37 minOne way
Violent crime
133Per 100k, 2025

What it's like to live in Wolfe City

Wolfe City sits about 57 miles from downtown Dallas, in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metro. 1,503 people lived here in 2025, up 7.5% from 2020. It is spread out.

The median age is 33.5, 40% of households have children, 73% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $52,031 a year (34% lower than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Wolfe City

  • Low violent crime. 133 violent crimes per 100,000 people in 2025, 66% lower than the Texas rate.
  • Lower rent. Median rent is $798, 43% lower than the Texas median.

Cons of living in Wolfe City

  • Higher poverty. 23% of people live below the poverty line, against 14% across Texas.
  • Long commutes. The average trip to work takes 37 minutes, against 27 across Texas.
  • Spotty home internet. Only 74% of homes have a broadband plan.

Who Wolfe City suits

  • FamiliesA reasonable fit: violent crime is 66% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 41% for families.
  • Young professionalsNot the best fit: household income is 34% lower than the Texas median, with 4 restaurants and 1 cafe in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 31% for young professionals.
  • RetireesA reasonable fit: 14% of working-age adults are uninsured and violent crime is 66% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 81% for retirees.
  • Remote workersNot the best fit: 74% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $798 is 43% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 27% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetA reasonable fit: the median rent of $798 is 43% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 78% for people on a budget.

Wolfe City report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Wolfe City 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 $798, homes cost 2.9x income.

    86 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade D

    Median household income $52,031, 5.2% unemployed.

    17 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade D

    2 rated campuses, 50% rated A or B.

    21 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Safety: grade B-

    133 violent crimes per 100k, 466 property crimes per 100k.

    58 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Errands and things to do: no grade

    1 grocery store, 4 restaurants, 1 park mapped in town.

    No score vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade D+

    Average commute 37 min, 11% work from home.

    29 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade D

    13% have a bachelor’s degree.

    23 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade D+

    14% of adults uninsured.

    26 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade C-

    73% of homes owner-occupied.

    32 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade F

    74% of homes have broadband.

    5 of 100 vs US towns

Where Wolfe City stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent: 23%28 points lower than Texas (52%)
  • Median rent: $79843% lower than Texas ($1,403)
  • Homes owned by the people living in them: 73%10 points higher than Texas (63%)

Worse than Texas

  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 13%20 points lower than Texas (34%)
  • Homes with broadband internet: 74%18 points lower than Texas (91%)
  • Average commute: 37 min38% higher than Texas (27 min)

Cost of living in Wolfe City

Wolfe City renters pay a median of $798 a month, 43% lower than the statewide median. The usual rule is to spend no more than 30% of income on rent, which means earning around $32,000 a year for a median unit. Right now 23% of renters here pay more than 30% of their income on rent.

HUD sets fair market rents for this area at $1,536 for a one-bedroom, $1,807 for a two-bedroom and $2,275 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 $150,200, 47% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $822 before tax, or $967 with property tax. That is $169 a month more than the median rent, a gap that can be worth it if you plan to stay a while.

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 Wolfe City pays $1,736 a year, 59% 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 Wolfe CityStudio$1,4911 bedroom$1,5362 bedrooms$1,8073 bedrooms$2,2754 bedrooms$2,892
HUD fair market rent for FY2027, Dallas, TX HUD Metro FMR Area. This is what a typical, modest unit rents for, including utilities.
MeasureHereTexasUS
Median rent43% lower than Texas$798$1,403$1,413
Median home value47% lower than Texas$150,200$283,800$332,700
Home value to income20% lower than Texas2.9x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent28 points lower than Texas23%52%51%
Median property tax per year59% lower than Texas$1,736$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them10 points higher than Texas73%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas196619921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$967
Mortgage payment
$822
Property tax
$145
Median rent, for comparison
$798

Based on a $150,200 home in Wolfe City, 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 Wolfe City safe?

In 2025, Wolfe City Police Department reported 2 violent crimes and 7 property crimes. That works out to 133 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 66% lower than the Texas rate of 387, and 466 property crimes per 100,000, 78% lower than the state rate.

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 Wolfe City by yearTexas13320242025

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

Violent crime
133
per 100k, Texas 387
Property crime
466
per 100k, Texas 2,086
Property crimes per 100,000 people in Wolfe City by yearTexas46620242025

Property crimes per 100,000 people by year.

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

Schools in Wolfe City

Wolfe City has 2 public school campuses with a 2025 state rating inside the city, and 50% of them earn an A or B. Most students here are served by Wolfe City 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
21
of 100 vs Texas towns
Average rating
74
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

  • BWolfe City MiddleMiddle, Wolfe City ISD80 of 100
  • DWolfe City ElementaryElementary, Wolfe City ISD68 of 100

Daily life in Wolfe City

Everyday places mapped inside Wolfe City, from Overture Maps.

The average one-way commute is 37 minutes, 38% longer than the Texas average. 11% of workers work from home. 3.8% walk, bike or take transit to work.

Downtown Dallas is about 57 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in Wolfe City work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.

The median household income is $52,031, income per person is $22,761, unemployment is 5.2% and 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

Grocery stores
1
Pharmacies
0
Restaurants
4
Cafes
1
Bars
0
Parks
1
Gyms
0
Hospitals and urgent care
0
Childcare
0
Libraries
1

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income34% lower than Texas$52,031$78,476$80,734
Income per person44% lower than Texas$22,761$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rateAbout the same as Texas5.2%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty line9 points higher than Texas23%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher20 points lower than Texas13%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher3 points higher than Texas89%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance6 points lower than Texas14%20%11%
Homes with broadband internet18 points lower than Texas74%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute38% higher than Texas37 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home3 points lower than Texas11%14%15%
Workers who work from home11%
Workers who take transit0.6%
Workers who walk3.2%
Workers who bike0%

Who lives in Wolfe City

Under 1833%
18 to 3418%
35 to 6434%
65 and over15%

Median age 33.5 years. 40% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White72%
Hispanic or Latino13%
Black11%
Asian0%
Other or more than one race4.5%

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

Weather in Wolfe City

Wolfe City has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 97°F and January lows about 33°F. There are about 97 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 47 inches of rain a year.

Average monthly high and low temperatures in Wolfe City30°50°70°90°58J62F69M77A85M93J97J98A91S81O68N60DRain

Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Greenville Kgvl Radio, 14 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 Wolfe City

    Nearby, Celeste gets a D-, Leonard gets a C- and Commerce 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-CelesteTown, 1,019 people9 mi
    2. C-LeonardTown, 2,505 people13 mi
    3. D-CommerceTown, 9,383 people13 mi
    4. DBlue RidgeTown, 1,104 people14 mi
    5. DBonhamSmall city, 10,697 people17 mi
    6. B-Honey GroveTown, 1,824 people18 mi

    Wolfe City in the Dallas-Fort Worth area

    How it ranks among 181 places in the metro.

    1. 1A+Flower Mound78,389 people26 mito downtown
    2. 2A+Trophy Club13,733 people29 mito downtown
    3. 3A+University Park25,155 people4 mito downtown
    4. 127C-Ferris3,238 people19 mito downtown
    5. 128C-Springtown3,855 people54 mito downtown
    6. 129C-Weatherford35,788 people59 mito downtown
    7. 130C-Wolfe City1,148 people57 mito downtown
    8. 131C-Dallas1,307,930 people0 mito downtown
    9. 132C-Travis Ranch9,025 people17 mito downtown
    10. 133D+Boyd1,351 people50 mito downtown

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    Living in Wolfe City: common questions

    Is Wolfe City, TX a good place to live?

    Wolfe City gets an overall grade of C- and ranks 497th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on cost of living and safety, and trails on internet access and jobs and income. It is a strong pick for retirees.

    How much does it cost to live in Wolfe City?

    Renters in Wolfe City pay a median of $798 a month, 43% lower than the Texas median. The median home is worth $150,200, 47% lower than the Texas median. A median home costs 2.9x 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 $967, including property tax.

    Is Wolfe City safe?

    In 2025, Wolfe City Police Department reported 133 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 66% lower than the Texas rate. Property crime was 466 per 100,000, 78% lower than the Texas rate.

    Are the schools good in Wolfe City?

    We found 2 rated public school campuses inside Wolfe City. 50% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 21 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

    What is the weather like in Wolfe City?

    Summers in Wolfe City peak at about 97°F in July, and January nights fall to about 33°F. Expect around 97 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 47 inches of rain.

    How long is the commute in Wolfe City?

    The average one-way commute is 37 min, 38% higher than the Texas average. About 11% of workers work from home. It is about 57 miles from downtown Dallas.

    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.