Wickett, TX Utility & Living Guide

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Wickett, Texas Utility & Living Guide

Wickett is a town in Ward County, Texas, United States. The population was 422 at the 2020 census..

Last updated: August 25, 2026
Total Utilities$310/mo
1BR Rent$675/mo
Sales Tax6.25%
COL Index96 (-4)
Family Score6/10
Median Home$76,600
🌤️ Live Weather — Wickett
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Living in Wickett, summers are intense — Jul highs average 99.2°F, while winters are cool, with Jan lows hovering around 36.3°F. With 1690 heating degree days annually, heating costs are moderate. At just 7.4 inches of annual rainfall, this is a dry climate. Within 5 miles: 1 park. For hospital care, the nearest facility is in a neighboring city. Median household income: $54,851. With a 2.6% poverty rate and 88.1% homeownership, the community reflects a stable residential mix. Nearby cities: Monahans (7mi E), Kermit (21mi N), Pecos (31mi W). Air quality is Good — avg AQI 40 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$675/mo
2 Bedrooms$750/mo
3 Bedrooms$937/mo
Median Home Price$76,600
Property Tax Rate1.6%
Avg Childcare/mo$900
Contact a local realtor for current market conditions in Wickett.

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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📊 Wickett — Census & Demographic Data

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

💰 Median Household Income
$54,851
🏠 Homeownership Rate
88.1%
🔑 Renter Rate
11.9%
📉 Poverty Rate
2.6%
💼 Unemployment Rate
5.4%
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