West Point, TX Utility & Living Guide

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West Point, Texas Utility & Living Guide

The United States Military Academy (USMA), commonly known as West Point, is a United States service academy in West Point, New York, that educates cadets for service as commissioned officers in the United States Army. The academy was founded in 1802, and it is the oldest of the five American service academies.

Last updated: August 25, 2026
Total Utilities$310/mo
1BR Rent$740/mo
Sales Tax6.25%
COL Index96 (-4)
Family Score6/10
Median Home$133,200
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Living in West Point, summers are intense — Aug highs average 97.9°F, while winters are cool, with Feb lows hovering around 44.3°F. At just 969 heating degree days per year, home heating costs are minimal. The area receives 44.8 inches of rainfall per year. Median household income: $46,705. With a 26.2% poverty rate and 63.1% homeownership, the community reflects a stable residential mix. Nearby cities: Smithville (8mi NW), La Grange (10mi E), Giddings (18mi NE). Air quality is Good — avg AQI 43 over the past week.
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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$740/mo
2 Bedrooms$823/mo
3 Bedrooms$1028/mo
Median Home Price$133,200
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: 5,000

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📊 West Point — Census & Demographic Data

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

💰 Median Household Income
$46,705
🏠 Homeownership Rate
63.1%
🔑 Renter Rate
36.9%
📉 Poverty Rate
26.2%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.9%

Data sourced from BLS, HUD, Numbeo, SmartAsset, and local government sources. US Census Bureau ACS 2022, Wikipedia

Last verified: August 25, 2026 · For utility emergencies contact your provider directly.

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