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Wheeler, Texas Utility & Living Guide
Wheeler is a city in and the county seat of Wheeler County, Texas, United States, located on the eastern border of the Texas Panhandle. The population was last reported at 1,487 in the 2020 census..
Total Utilities$310/mo
1BR Rent$1300/mo
Sales Tax6.25%
COL Index96 (-4)
Family Score6/10
Median Home$252,200
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Living in Wheeler, summers are intense — Aug highs average 92.5°F, while winters are chilly, with Feb lows around 27.3°F. With 3361 heating degree days annually, heating costs are moderate. At just 18.0 inches of annual rainfall, this is a dry climate. Within 5 miles: 2 parks. For hospital care, the nearest facility is in a neighboring city. Median household income: $113,099. With a 2.5% poverty rate and 72.8% homeownership, the community reflects a stable residential mix. Nearby cities: Shamrock (16mi S), McLean (23mi SW), Erick (28mi SE). Air quality is Good — avg AQI 41 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
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1300/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1650/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2200/mo |
| Median Home Price | $252,200 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.6% |
| 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 Tax | 6.25% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.6% |
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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📊 Wheeler — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
💰 Median Household Income
$113,099
🏠 Homeownership Rate
72.8%
🔑 Renter Rate
27.2%
📉 Poverty Rate
2.5%
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