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Gruver, TX


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Gruver, Texas

Gruver, Texas, in Hansford county, is 76 miles N of Amarillo, Texas (center to center) and 224 miles W of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The city is home to some 1,162 residents.

The People and Families of Gruver

In Gruver, about 71% of adults are married. A large portion of people in Gruver are married.

The people of the city are more likely male than female.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Gruver had a median family income of $37,333. Impressively, having a college education is normal in Gruver.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($1,270) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Gruver. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Crime and Safety

While crime is a worry everywhere, the people of Gruver can take comfort in the low amount of crime in the city.

Gruver Housing

According to the 2000 census, 74% of the housing in Gruver was owner-occupied. The city presents in interesting mix of housing units, including some used primarily seasonally or for vacations.

Commuting

In Gruver, 93% of commuters drive to work. Unlike a lot of places, in Gruver it is actually possible for many people to ride their bikes to work, or even walk. The relatively short commuting times in the city let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).

High Points

Gruver strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Texas):

CategoryTrophy
Low Property Crime
(vs. State)
Top 7%Gruver Low Property Crime
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 10%Gruver Short Commute Times
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. State)
Top 11%Gruver Walking and Biking to Work
Low Violent Crime
(vs. State)
Top 13%Gruver Low Violent Crime

Comparative Profile of Gruver, TX

Comparing Gruver to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Texas (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Male Share of the Population99
Children Under 5 Years Old64
Senior Citizens57
Well-Paid Single Men57
Age of the Population36
Female Share of the Population22
Racial Diversity11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married99
Average Household Size85

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults98
Median Family Income45
People in Middle Class or Better45
People Above Poverty35

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times1010
Walking and Biking to Work99
Working at Home78
Public Transportation Use22

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing99
Affordability of Property Taxes78
Affordability of Rents77
Housing Recently Built52
People Living Alone57
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals33

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime810
Low Violent Crime89
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