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Sylvester

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Median Home$89,500
Median Rent$606/month
Population54
Leading IndustriesManufacturing · Agriculture & Mining · Information & Media4% manufacturing
Retirees23% of residentsslightly above average
Homeowners87% of occupied units
NotableAffordable Market$90k median home · lower cost than 95% of the country
NotableVeteran Community12% of residents · top 6% nationally
Sylvester
TX

Frequently Asked Questions

What are today's mortgage rates in Sylvester?

As of today, the 30-year fixed mortgage rate for Sylvester is approximately 6.946% (6.984% APR). Rates vary based on your credit score, loan type, down payment, and other factors. Safe Rate updates rates daily using live investor pricing.

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What is the median home price in Sylvester?

The median home value in Sylvester is $90k. The median monthly rent is $606. Annual property taxes average $1k. Home values are based on U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates.

How much income do you need to buy a home in Sylvester?

Based on a typical all-in ownership cost of $599/month (mortgage, taxes, insurance), you'd generally need a household income of approximately $26k/year to keep housing costs at or below 28% of gross income — a common lender guideline. The median household income in Sylvester is $70k/year.

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What industries drive the economy in Sylvester?

The largest employment sectors in Sylvester are public administration (27%) and agriculture and mining (12%) of the local workforce. Industry data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey.