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Victoria County

Texas · TX

#218 in Texas
56.6
County Score

County Report Card

About Victoria County, Texas

Victoria Exceeds National Standards

Victoria County's composite score of 62.9 exceeds the national median of 50.0 by nearly 13 points, placing it solidly in the upper half of U.S. counties. However, it falls slightly short of Texas's state average of 66.8, indicating room for improvement in state rankings.

Slightly Below Texas Average

With a score of 62.9, Victoria ranks just below the Texas state average of 66.8 among the state's 254 counties. The county remains in the solid middle range with potential to strengthen specific dimensions.

Higher Incomes Drive Appeal

Victoria's income score of 29.1 is its strongest dimension, supported by a median household income of $70,101—above the state norm. The cost score of 73.3 adds value, with median home values at $197,600 and rent averaging $1,151 monthly, providing reasonable housing options for mid-range earners.

Tax Burden Pulls Down Score

The tax score of 60.4 reflects an effective rate of 1.488%, the highest among these eight counties, moderating Victoria's overall competitiveness. Missing data on safety, health, schools, water, and risk means critical livability factors remain unknown.

Best for Mid-Income Households

Victoria County suits families with stable middle-class incomes who can absorb a slightly higher tax load in exchange for reasonable housing costs. The county provides a balanced livability profile, though full assessment requires future data on safety and schools.

Score breakdown

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Tax60.4Cost73.3SafetyComing SoonHealth54SchoolsComing SoonIncome29.1Risk13.5WaterComing Soon
🏛60.4
Property Tax
Effective property tax rate vs national benchmarks
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🏠73.3
Cost of Living
Median rent, home values, and housing affordability
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💼29.1
Income & Jobs
Median household income and per capita earnings
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Safety
Violent and property crime rates per 100K residents
❤54
Health
Life expectancy, uninsured rates, and health access
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Schools
Graduation rates, per-pupil spending, and attainment
⚡13.5
Disaster Risk
FEMA National Risk Index — flood, fire, tornado, and more
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Water Quality
EPA drinking water health violations and safety grades

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Deep Dives

Victoria County across the ByCounty Network

Detailed analysis from 5 data dimensions — each powered by a dedicated ByCounty site.

Property Tax in Victoria County

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Victoria's taxes rank high nationally

Victoria County's effective tax rate of 1.488% exceeds the national median of 1.1%, placing it in the top 30% of U.S. counties for property tax burden. The median property tax here is $2,941, just above the national median of $2,690, despite a median home value that's 30% lower than the national average of $281,900.

Above average for Texas

Victoria's 1.488% effective rate ranks in the upper third of Texas counties, well above the state average of 1.276%. The median tax bill of $2,941 exceeds Texas's median of $2,193 by more than $700 annually.

Higher than most nearby counties

Victoria's tax rate is notably steeper than Walker County (1.112%) and Washington County (1.150%), though slightly lower than Wharton County (1.505%) and Wheeler County (1.446%). Among this cluster, only Webb County's 1.851% rate surpasses Victoria's burden.

A $197,600 home costs $2,941 yearly

The median Victoria County homeowner pays approximately $2,941 in annual property taxes on a home valued at $197,600. If you have a mortgage, you'll see roughly $3,703 withheld annually; without one, expect about $2,371.

You may be paying too much

Studies show that one in four homeowners is overassessed on their property taxes. If you haven't challenged your Victoria County assessment in the past few years, a formal appeal could uncover significant savings.

Full property tax analysis on TaxByCounty

Cost of Living in Victoria County

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Victoria renters face tighter affordability squeeze

At 19.7%, Victoria's rent-to-income ratio exceeds both the state average of 18.1% and creeps toward the threshold where affordability becomes strained. The median household income of $70,101 nearly matches the national average of $74,755, but rents at $1,151 monthly demand a larger share of household budgets.

Among the pricier Texas rental markets

Victoria ranks above the state average with a 19.7% rent-to-income ratio, placing it among Texas counties where renters feel cost pressure most acutely. Median rent of $1,151 significantly outpaces Texas's $963 median, reflecting Victoria's position as a coastal employment hub.

Costlier than surrounding rural counties

Victoria's $1,151 rent surpasses neighboring Wharton County ($986) and Waller County's $1,210, while its income of $70,101 trails Waller County's $76,135. The higher rents reflect Victoria's role as a regional economic center with refining and petrochemical employment.

Nearly one-fifth income goes to rent

The median renter in Victoria pays $1,151 monthly—about 19.7% of household income—while homeowners spend $929, making ownership slightly more affordable. Median home values of $197,600 sit below the state average for ownership-track buyers.

Balance industrial jobs against rising rents

Victoria appeals to workers in petrochemicals and refining, but expect to allocate nearly one-fifth of your income to rent. If you're relocating for industrial work, the county's 19.7% rent-to-income ratio means budgeting carefully or exploring homeownership at median values around $197,600.

Full cost of living analysis on CostByCounty

Income & Jobs in Victoria County

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Victoria sits slightly below national average

Victoria County's median household income of $70,101 trails the U.S. median of $74,755 by approximately $4,650, representing a 6% gap. This positions Victoria as closer to national norms than many Texas counties, though still short of typical American earning levels.

Above Texas state norm

Victoria's $70,101 median household income exceeds Texas's state average of $64,737 by nearly $5,400, placing it in the upper tier of the state's 254 counties. Per capita income of $33,305 mirrors the state average, suggesting concentrated wealth among earning households.

Solid middle ground in the region

Victoria's $70,101 income places it above Van Zandt ($68,274) and Ward ($71,719), though slightly below both. Among the eight-county group examined, Victoria ranks in the middle, performing better than Val Verde, Webb, and Walker but trailing Waller and Washington.

Housing costs elevate financial pressure

Victoria's 19.7% rent-to-income ratio approaches the upper boundary of affordability, suggesting housing costs consume a notably larger share of income than in neighboring counties. At a median home value of $197,600, prospective buyers should calculate carefully before committing to homeownership.

Invest after stabilizing housing

Victoria households should first ensure housing costs remain manageable, then allocate remaining income to retirement savings and diversified investments. Even modest contributions of $100–200 monthly into tax-advantaged accounts compounds substantially over decades.

Full income & jobs analysis on IncomeByCounty

Health in Victoria County

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Strong life expectancy, moderate health reports

Victoria County residents live to 74.7 years, just above the U.S. median of 74.5 years, reflecting solid overall longevity. About 1 in 4 (24.5%) report poor or fair health, slightly above the national average, suggesting room for improvement in day-to-day wellness.

Above state average, near-state uninsured rate

Victoria's 74.7-year life expectancy tops Texas's 74.3-year average by a meaningful margin. The county's 19.1% uninsured rate sits nearly even with the state average of 19.8%, indicating broadly comparable insurance coverage.

Strongest healthcare infrastructure nearby

Victoria boasts 73 primary care providers per 100,000—the highest in this eight-county group and well above the national benchmark of 55. This provider density supports better access and likely contributes to Victoria's above-average life expectancy compared to nearby Val Verde (74.9) and Webb County (75.8).

Best provider access in the region

With 73 primary care providers and 179 mental health providers per 100,000, Victoria County leads all peers in healthcare infrastructure. This robust capacity means residents typically access specialists and preventive care more readily, though the 19.1% uninsured still face financial barriers to using these services.

Make full use of local providers

Victoria's strong healthcare system works best when residents have insurance to access it—yet nearly 1 in 5 remain uninsured. Navigate marketplace options, Medicaid, and employer plans at Healthcare.gov to ensure you're covered under Victoria's excellent medical infrastructure.

Full health analysis on HealthByCounty

Disaster Risk in Victoria County

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Victoria Faces Elevated Risk

Victoria County scores 86.48 on the composite risk scale, ranking as relatively moderate and far exceeding the Texas state average of 49.00 by 37 points. This is among the higher risk levels nationally, placing Victoria in the top tier of exposed counties.

Victoria's Position in Texas

Victoria County ranks as one of the highest-risk counties in Texas, with only a handful of counties scoring higher than its 86.48 composite score. The county's elevated exposure reflects its Gulf Coast location and exposure to multiple hazard types.

Victoria vs. Surrounding Counties

Victoria's 86.48 score exceeds nearby Webb County (89.25) narrowly and is significantly higher than Walker County (73.82) and Washington County (71.98). Victoria's coastal proximity distinguishes it as one of the region's highest-risk counties.

Victoria's Dominant Threats

Hurricane risk towers above all other hazards in Victoria at 96.16, making tropical systems the county's defining disaster concern. Tornadoes (85.24) and wildfire (76.53) pose secondary but significant threats, while flooding reaches 71.15 and earthquake risk remains low at 26.46.

Preparing Victoria Homes for Hurricanes

Hurricane insurance is non-negotiable in Victoria County—standard homeowners policies exclude hurricane damage, so secure a separate windstorm/hurricane policy immediately. Retrofit your home with storm shutters, reinforce your roof, and develop a family evacuation plan, as Victoria's location makes direct hurricane impacts a regular possibility.

Full disaster risk analysis on RiskByCounty

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