Livability Score

72
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities C-

There are some amenities close to this location.
Coffee (4) C-
Java Jacks
Coffee Shop
Culinary Cafe
Coffee Shop
Olde Town General Store
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (8) A+
Old University Building
Museum
The Stone Fort Museum
Museum
Banita Creek Hall
Nightclub
Cole Art Center at The Old Opera House
Art Gallery
Homer Bryce Stadium
Stadium
AMC Classic Nacogdoches 6
Cinema
Dragon Stadium
Stadium
Millard's Crossing Historic Village
Theme Park
Food and Drink (18) D-
Taco Bell
Fast Food
Panda Express
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Bueno Taco
Fast Food
Raising Cane's
Fast Food
Jack in the Box
Fast Food
Subway
Fast Food
Jimmy John's
Fast Food
Popeyes
Fast Food
Schlotzsky's
Fast Food
Whataburger
Fast Food
Chick-fil-A
Fast Food
Continental Liquor
Alcohol
McDonald's
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
Wingstop
Fast Food
Sonic
Fast Food
Burger King
Fast Food
Fitness (1) F
Student Recreation Center
Gym
Groceries (5) F
Walmart Neighborhood Market
Grocery Store
Brookshire Brothers
Grocery Store
Brookshire Brothers
Grocery Store
Kroger
Grocery Store
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
Parks (18) A+
Kiwanis Park
Park
Blount Park
Park
Banita Creek Park
Park
Pecan Park
Park
SFA Mast Arboretum
Park
Hoya Soccer Field
Park
Mill Pond Park
Park
Hoya Park
Park
Pioneer Park
Park
Maroney Park
Park
Lakeside Park
Park
Goyen Memorial
Park
Shops (19) F
Salon Haven
Hairdresser
Nac Lash- Lash Bar
Beauty
Anel's Hair Salon
Hairdresser
Murphy Express
Convenience Store
SmartStyle
Hairdresser
PetSense
Pets
Pro Nails
Beauty
Sprint
Electronics
it's fashion
Clothing
Maurices
Clothing
the Shoe Dept.
Shoes
Sport Clips
Hairdresser
Stage
Department Store
Lowe's
Home Improvement
Rick's Food Mart
Convenience Store
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commute F

Of all people who commute, 0.2% take public transportation in Nacogdoches.
Public Transit Stops (0)
Stops & Stations
F
Workers Taking Public Transit
0.2%
F
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cost of living A+

The cost of living in Nacogdoches is 91/100 - which is 2% lower than Texas.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc.
A-
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax
A+
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crime B-

Nacogdoches crime rates are 2,246 per 100k, which is 18% lower than Texas
Property Crime
2,018 crimes per 100k
D+
Violent Crime
228 crimes per 100k
B+
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employment F

The median income in Nacogdoches is $35,050 - which is 36% lower than Texas.
Med. Household Income
$35,050
F
Unemployment Rate
6.1%
F
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health A+

There are some hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (14)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc.
A+
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital
Hospital
Police Station
Police
Fire Station
Fire Station
Health Services
Clinic
Brookshire Brothers Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Brookshire Brothers Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Walmart Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Urgent Doc
Clinic
The Surgery Center of Nacogdoches
Clinic
The Professional Building
Doctor
Nacogdoches Medical Center
Hospital
Fire Station No. 4
Fire Station
Air Quality
Median Air Quality
A+
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housing B+

Nacogdoches home prices are $151,800 - which is 6% higher than Texas
Home Price
$151,800
D+
Home Appreciation Rate
14%
A-
Home Affordability
4.3x (home price to income ratio)
D-
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schools D

The Nacogdoches graduation rate is 81% - which is 4% higher than Texas
School Test Scores
41%
F
High School Grad. Rates
81%
D+
Elementary Schools (19) C-
Christ Episcopal School
Thomas J Rusk El
Brooks-Quinn-Jones El
Nettie Marshall Academy Of Dual Language
Raguet El
Stephen F Austin State University Charter School
Mike Moses Middle
Nacogdoches Co Alter Ed Coop
Etoile Daep
Fredonia El
Fredonia Hill Baptist Academy
Emeline Carpenter El
Emeline Carpenter Early Childhood Center
Regents Academy
Nacogdoches Christian Academy
Mcmichael Middle
Nacogdoches Co Alter Ed Coop
High Schools (5) F
Regents Academy
Nacogdoches H S
Nacogdoches Co Alter Ed Coop
Malcolm Rector Technical H S
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ratings C-

Nacogdoches has an overall rating of 60% from 8 reviews.
User Reviews (2)
From AreaVibes
D
User Surveys (6)
From AreaVibes
B
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Stephen F. Austin is wonderful. The rest of the town needs work. 2 rating By Anonymous ( Feb 08, 2022) I lived in Nacogdoches for over 30 years. Nacogdoches is a very old city (ranking #1 or #2 oldest in the state, depending on who you ask) and it run by (and primarily for the benefit of) a handful of Old Money families who have lived here for many generations. Being a BIN (“Bor ...Read More n in Nacogdoches”) still holds some local prestige, presumably, although the original settler families hold all of of the power in this town, along with a couple of the largest churches (there are over 140 churches in this rather small city). If you are not a BIN or descended from a "founding family", you may feel a bit like an outsider here. This “cold shoulder” feeling is very deliberate, to preserve the local power structure, and it is accepted as a way of life in Nac.

The best thing about Nacogdoches is Stephen F. Austin State University. The college allows locals unique access to cultural and sports events which are not generally found in rural cities of this size. Recent years have seen considerable investment into the arts programs at SFA. As a Nacogdoches area resident, you will have opportunities to attend classical and jazz concerts, plays and visiting art exhibits. SFA has a beautiful campus – it's truly a wonderful college and the bright spot of the town. I cannot recommend the college highly enough if you are a prospective college student. However, I'd think hard and long before committing to live in Nac beyond one' s college years.

A few decades ago I would have recommended Nacogdoches as an optimal place to live in spite of the Old Money power structure. Unfortunately, in recent decades the city has been poorly run, and the quality of life has deteriorated. During this time, several “nice” middle class neighborhoods, like those on the south side of the city, have become quite seedy. Homes and yards there are no longer kept up, and they feel unsafe. The east and west side of Nacogdoches are high crime areas, and best avoided. If you are looking to purchase a home, there are some nice areas along University Drive north of the college, and the far north areas of town around the High school are pretty nice. Expect to pay VERY high property taxes, with little return on your tax dollar.

The downtown is quaint, but many of the historical sites were razed decades ago, marked only by “on this site” type signs. Downtown business vacancies are high. Lots of “for rent” signs, empty buildings and lawyer's offices - after a quick stroll, there's little there to hold one's interest.

Shopping is a big problem here. Nacogdoches was home to one of the first Super Wal-Marts – the “Wal-Mart” effect led to a shuttering of many local businesses, including the downtown stores and the local mall. You won't have access to a decent grocery store. The two local Krogers are run down. Brookshire's has a presence here, but it doesn't offer much more selection. Many people in Nacogdoches drive south to Lufkin for their primary shopping.

Health care is hit or miss in Nac – mostly miss. You are better off driving to Tyler for anything beyond routine care. The Medical Center hospital is good, with a caring and professional staff. Memorial is struggling financially and I don't know how much longer they'll be around.

Nacogdoches ISD is a below average school district. Horror stories abound, and let's just say that Nacogdoches ISD does not attract the best and brightest teachers or staff. Texas school rankings attest to this, as does the high turnover in staff. In recent years there's been a movement among locals to outlying rural communities like Central Heights and Martinsville to avoid the terrible local schools as well as the sky high city property taxes (much of which go to support the ISD).

Local employment opportunities are slim. There's an Industrial Park on the north side of town which, in 25 years, has failed to attract any interest. Unless you work for the college, city, hospital or school district (ISD) you may find yourself struggling with unemployment.

Crime has ticked up over the past few decades as well, despite a seemingly strong police presence in town. The police seem to focus much of their time and energies on ticketing college students, while property crimes routinely go “unsolved.”

The restaurant scene is unimpressive. Mostly conventional food, lots of burger, Mexican and chain pizza restaurants. Most of the “good” spots have long closed, leaving only a handful of mediocre choices for a “good meal out.” There's a nice bar at the Fredonia Hotel downtown, but most bars cater to college kids, as do the restaurants.

The city parks could benefit from considerable reinvestment. There's aging playground equipment, lots of trash and several parks simply don't feel safe. I get the impression that park maintenance is not high on the city's list of priorities. The local library has an average selection of books and periodicals. If you use the library a lot, I'd recommend the Steen library on campus.

Nacogdoches has a lot of potential and SFA continues to be a bright spot here, but the city has problems – some rather serious. I couldn't think of any place I'd rather attend college, but right now there are many better places to live and raise a family in Texas. Read Less
Nacogdoches Texas: A Town of Majestic Beauty! 3.5 rating By Anonymous ( May 14, 2018) I am a huge fan of living in Nacogdoches, Texas. The quaint college town offers its own majestic beauty. I love that it is not too big, and not too small and is known for its azalea beautiful garden. The weather is always great! It gives me an opportunity to enjoy rustic outdoor ...Read More activities with loved ones.

Even though the town harbors the Stephen F. Austin State University and thrives with young campus goers, it still gives an organic old-world feel. There are many amenities to choose from, whether it's antiquing or long nature strolls. In addition, Nacogdoches has excellent educational programs, the cost of living is great, and crime is moderate. Employment, however, is well below standards for the state of Texas. The largest employment outlet surrounds its education system.

One of the best areas in Nacogdoches is Lake Nacogdoches East Side Park. This place is gorgeous! It's a three-acre park that has all the bells and whistles. I take pleasure in picnicking, swimming, barbecuing, boating, and bass fishing every opportunity that I get. Read Less
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      C- Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Nacogdoches? Yes, there are some amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Kiwanis Park
      Blount Park
      Banita Creek Park
      Pecan Park
      SFA Mast Arboretum
      Hoya Soccer Field
      Mill Pond Park
      Hoya Park

      Entertainment

      Old University Building
      The Stone Fort Museum
      Banita Creek Hall
      Cole Art Center at The Old Opera House
      Homer Bryce Stadium
      AMC Classic Nacogdoches 6
      Dragon Stadium
      Millard's Crossing Historic Village

      Food & Drink

      Taco Bell
      Panda Express
      McDonald's
      Bueno Taco
      Raising Cane's
      Jack in the Box
      Subway
      Jimmy John's

      F Commute

      Is public transit available in Nacogdoches? Of all people who commute, 0.2% take public transportation in Nacogdoches.
      Drive to Work
      78%

      1% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      0%

      5% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      8%

      5% higher than the US average

      B Health & Safety

      Is Nacogdoches a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are some hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Nacogdoches Medical Center
      Nacogdoches Memorial Hospital

      Pharmacies

      Brookshire Brothers Pharmacy
      Brookshire Brothers Pharmacy
      Walmart Pharmacy
      CVS Pharmacy

      Doctors

      The Professional Building