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Wharton, Texas, in Wharton county, is 35 miles SW of Sugar Land, Texas (center to center) and 54 miles SW of Houston, Texas. The city contains a population of approximately 9,237.
In Wharton, about 47% of adults are married.
Approximately 44% of Wharton is non-white. Wharton offers a wonderful balance of many varieties of people.
In 2000, Wharton had a median family income of $34,543.
Political donors in Wharton favored George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $9,800. Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in the city.
Wharton has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 54% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. The city, among other things, is known as a good place for singles and couples to rent apartments.
In Wharton, 93% of commuters drive to work.
Comparing Wharton to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Texas (State):
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| Low Property Crime | | |
| Low Violent Crime | | |
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