Selma 69 Good
Selma Livability #402 ranked city in Texas#7,916 ranked city in the USARanks better than 72% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Selma

PROS
  • Cost Of Living

    Everyday cost of living expenses like goods and services, housing, groceries, transportation, health care and utilities are far below the national average.

  • Employment

    With higher than average median household income, income per capita and lower unemployment rates, this area scores extremely well in the employment category.

  • Housing

    Impressive scores in the housing category characterize this area, potentially attributed to the availability of affordable housing, strong appreciation rates and high home values.

  • Ratings

    According to recent surveys and polls, locals had excellent ratings for walkability to nearby amenities, safety, access to public transit and the overall sense of community in the area.

CONS
  • Amenities

    The majority of amenities will be difficult to reach within a short walk, often requiring residents to use a vehicle or public transportation for access.

  • Commute

    Low commute scores could be due to limited access to public transit in this area, as well as longer-than-average work commute times for residents.

  • Health & Safety

    Subpar air quality and the limited availability of certain health-related facilities such as hospitals, police stations, doctors and pharmacies may have contributed to the low score in this category.

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What's it like Living in Selma?

Located in the state of Texas, Selma is a mid-sized city with a population of 11,241 inhabitants. More than a quarter of the residents of Selma identify themselves as Hispanic or Latino, and 12% of the population speak Spanish as their primary or secondary language. Selma tends to attract a younger crowd, as the median age of 32 is far below the national average. On a daily basis, the typical American spends approximately 26 minutes on their one-way work commute. Reduced travel times not only contributes to increased overall happiness, but also affords more opportunities to cherish moments with family and friends. If you're living in Selma, your commute time will align closely with the national average, spanning a one-way duration of approximately 24 minutes.

Whether you’re moving to a new area to be closer to family, friends or for a new job, living in Selma could be a positive experience compared to other cities in Texas if you know where to look. Don't forget to determine what matters most to you in a neighborhood. Consider factors such as safety, proximity to work or school, access to amenities (like parks, fitness facilities, grocery stores, restaurants), public transportation options, community atmosphere and the overall vibe you're looking for. To help you find the best places to live in and around Selma, AreaVibes has created a livability score using key metrics like amenities, cost of living, health & safety, education, housing and more.

Selma has a livability score of 68 out of 100 and is ranked #384 in Texas and #7,646 in the USA. Based on the scores for each individual category, Selma has received high marks for crime (A), cost of living (A), employment (A) and housing (A+). There is at least one category that did not score well in Selma. The following was graded with a less than perfect score: amenities (F) and education (F).

For home buyers, real estate will be the largest purchase they will ever make and it will also be their most valuable asset. For renters, the monthly rent paid on their Selma apartments will most likely be their largest expense. Based on tangible metrics like home and rental affordability and appreciation rates, housing in this area has received a score that is well above the average of every other US city. A thriving real estate market can also generate strong local economic activity and job creation.

Being close to public transit, grocery stores, parks and other conveniences are all important when weighing your options for a new home in Selma. Before you determine if any of these amenities are available in the area, you will also want to know if the real estate prices in Selma are affordable. Median real estate prices in Selma come in at $201,900, which is 41.5% higher than the Texas average. The home price to income ratio compares the median home prices to the median household income. In Selma, the home price to income ratio is 2.4, which is 7.7% lower than the Texas average.

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      Selma transportation information

      Statistic Selma Texas National
      Average one way commute24min26min26min
      Workers who drive to work81.8%80.3%76.4%
      Workers who carpool8.1%10.6%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit0.0%1.5%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.0%0.3%0.6%
      Workers who walk0.0%1.6%2.8%
      Working from home9.0%4.3%4.6%
      Source: The Selma, TX data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).