Weatherford, TX

U.S. News Ratings
Population 24,671
Crime Rate Low
Cost of Living Low
Health Care Varied
Median Home Price Low
Median Income Average

Geography

This city is located 25 miles west of Fort Worth.

Cultural Attractions

The Parker County Peach Festival is the city's largest event, attracting 35,000 visitors annually.

Recreation

A historic driving tour reveals the city's many different architectural styles, including Victorian, Queen Anne, and Greek Revival.

Economy

Much of the economy is based on agriculture.

Fun Fact

Weatherford is known as the "Cutting Horse Capital of the World," because of its native soil which cushions the horses' feet.

Demographics

Demographic Detail

Population:
24,671
Population under 55:
69.7%
Population over 55:
30.3%

City Detail

Crime rate:
Low
Closest large city:
Fort Worth

Marital Status 2010

Weather

Weather Detail

Air quality:
Poor
Temperature:
96°F July High, 28°F January Low

Jobs & Economy

Housing

Median income:
$43,602
Median home price:
$113,973
Average property tax:
$741

Income & Jobs

Unemployment rate 2010:
7.3%
Low
Cost of living:
Low

Employment Projections

Education

K–12

Elementary schools:
9
Middle schools:
3
High schools:
4

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Higher Education

Best Colleges at the location:
0
Best Colleges within 30 miles:
3
Best Colleges within 50 miles:
12

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Health Care & Retirement

Hospitals

Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
1/0
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
21/1
Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
51/1

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Retirement Facilities

Community care facilities for the elderly:
253

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