Wichita Falls, TX, with its population of 76302, is ranked by BestPlaces as the 164th most populous city in the state of Texas. With a total score of 53.8, it ranks highly for its Amenities (nearly 8 points higher than the national average), Cost of Living (4 points higher than average) and Education & Health (2 points above average). It also has an unemployment rate that is lower than the national average. Wichita Falls scores better than the state average in terms of Crime & Safety and Housing. The city’s overall livability score is slightly below the national average making it one of the more desirable cities to live in when looking at quality rankings.
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