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Groves, Texas

city · Jefferson County

At a glance

16,976
Population
$163,600
Median home value (all homes)
46% below U.S. median
$188,990
Typical market value
Zillow, 2026-07
$1,286/mo
Median rent
5% below U.S. median
$73,710
Median household income
6% below U.S. median
20.8 min
Average commute
92.9%
Homes with broadband
80.39%
Locations with fiber available
4.1%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 85 — 15% below the national average. how it's computed

Housing28% below
Goods & services5% below
Utilities5% above
Taxes57% below
Insurance25% above
Commute cost31% below
For business: Texas is CBII band 3/5 · time to build band 1/5. See state page for the breakdown.

Living here

Nearest 4-year college11 mi
Nearest community college5 mi
Nearest technical college15 mi
High school graduates85.3%
College graduates14.9%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

city Groves Economic Development
The Groves Economic Development Corporation (EDC) assists businesses locating in Groves, TX, with incentives such as sales tax rebates, tap fee reimbursements, and assistance with development and improvements.
state Office of the Governor (Texas)
Texas Economic Development Corporation (TxEDC) markets Texas as the premier destination for business and provides information to help businesses explore opportunities in Texas. It supports the Governor’s Office of Economic Development and Tourism in promoting Texas as a premier destination for business.
state Texas Economic Development
The Texas Economic Development & Tourism Office offers resources for Texas businesses, communities and residents, as well as those looking to do business in Texas. Our office publishes in-depth reports on the economy of Texas and the state’s targeted growth industries. We also offer a number of events throughout the year, covering a wide range of business-related topics—everything from getting started in the state to growing your business internationally.
State sales taxYes
State income taxNone
Right-to-work stateYes

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