Apartments for rent in West Odessa, TX

West Odessa, a town in Texas, has a population of just under 26,000. Families with young children should feel right at home, as kids under 5 account for an above-average percentage of the community, while retirees are less well-represented. Overall, the city's population, at an average age of just over 31, skews younger than most cities in Texas. Just 20% of residents rent in West Odessa, as the majority own their homes. With a relatively low average rent of $901 a month in the city, renting remains an affordable option, particularly compared to other cities in Texas. Over the course of a year, renters in West Odessa will save around $1,500 compared to the state average.

West Odessa has a relatively high concentration of residents older than 25 with a high school degree or GED (19%) compared to the state average. Further, 3% possess a Bachelor's degree and 1% have earned a Master's degree or Doctorate. Retail is the most common industry in West Odessa, making up 6% of the population. Meanwhile, looking at job function, many residents work in transportation, which ranks as the top career path in the city. With an average annual income of about $66K, West Odessa workers earn about $7,000 less than their peers elsewhere in Texas. The city's average income also trails the national average of $73,345.

Averaging about 31 minutes, the commute time for West Odessa residents is longer than the Texas average of about 27 minutes. Driving is the typical mode of getting to work, selected by 39% of commuters, while public transit isn't used. Walking isn't a common way to get to work.