Sheppard AFB, TX Utility & Living Guide

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Sheppard AFB, Texas Utility & Living Guide

Sheppard Air Force Base is a United States Air Force (USAF) base located five miles (8.0 km) north of the central business district of Wichita Falls, in Wichita County, Texas, United States. It is the largest training base and most diversified in Air Education and Training Command.

Last updated: August 19, 2026
Total Utilities$310/mo
1BR Rent$600/mo
Sales Tax6.25%
COL Index96 (-4)
Family Score6/10
Median Home$96,100
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$145/mo

Local utility provider
🔥 Gas

$35/mo

Local gas utility
💧 Water

$40/mo

Municipal water department
🗑️ Garbage

$25/mo

Municipal waste management
📶 Internet

$65/mo

Combined Average Overhead$310/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$600/mo
2 Bedrooms$667/mo
3 Bedrooms$833/mo
Median Home Price$96,100
Property Tax Rate1.6%
Avg Childcare/mo$900
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Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

96

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

-4

Groceries

94

Transportation

97

Healthcare

92

Childcare/mo

$900

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax6.25%
Property Tax Rate1.6%

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score
6/10
Safety Index

55

Higher = safer
School Rating

6

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$900/mo

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Population Trend
Population: 5,000

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📊 Sheppard AFB — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

💰 Median Household Income
$47,094
🏠 Homeownership Rate
64.0%
🔑 Renter Rate
36.0%
📉 Poverty Rate
15.5%
💼 Unemployment Rate
14.7%
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