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Agua Dulce, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Agua Dulce is a small town in Texas with a population of 307. Residents earn $48,750 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
307 Population 39/sq mi density
$48,750 Median Income $27,800 per capita
$72,900 Home Value $216,155 Zillow
$945 Median Rent 18.5% income on rent
66°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$48,750 median income, 7.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$72,900 home value, $945/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,750
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $72,900
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.3%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $945
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.0%
94% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.6%
50% higher than US avg

How Agua Dulce Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population307
Median Age45.8 yrs
Density39/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 65%
Veterans4.8%

Economy

C+
Median Income$48,750
Per Capita$27,800
Unemployment7.0%
Poverty18.6%
County GDP$53,333M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$72,900
Rent$945
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$216,155
Housing Units859
Rent Burden18.5%

Health

Obesity39.3%
Uninsured25.7%
Smoking10.5%
Depression20.3%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp66°F (19°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain8.8 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation4,027 ft (1,227 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.3%
High School+78.2%
Graduate+1.4%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 57%
Commute29 min
Broadband87.6%
Libraries18

Is Agua Dulce a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Agua Dulce receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Agua Dulce offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Agua Dulce is $48,750, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 18.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Agua Dulce is $72,900, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $945 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Agua Dulce enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 8.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Agua Dulce has a population of 307 with a density of 39 people per square mile. The median age is 45.8 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65.1%).

Population

307
Total Population
39
People / sq mi
45.8yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
7.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Agua Dulce vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only7.0%
91% below US avg
Spanish93.0%
594% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Agua Dulce vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Agua Dulce is $48,750, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Agua Dulce vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,750
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,800
Avg Weekly Wage$966
IRS Avg AGI$56,831

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.0%
94% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.6%
50% above US avg
Establishments (County)16,825
County GDP$53,333M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,853
Healthcare1,904
Retail2,227
Manufacturing517

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,241
135% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate11.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.4 min
Drive Alone68.5%
Public Transit7.2%
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Agua Dulce is $72,900, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $945 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $216,155.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$72,900
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$216,155
Median List Price$175,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$175,000
$/Sq Ft$148
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio94.3%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$945
19% below US avg
Rent Burden18.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.7%
Housing Units859
Median Year Built1996

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,241
135% above US avg
Effective Rate11.30%
In Agua Dulce, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% of residents lack health insurance. 10.5% are current smokers. 20.3% report depression. 40.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Agua Dulce vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes13.8%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure34.4%
Asthma8.8%
COPD4.1%
Cancer4.1%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.5%
25% below US avg
Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity40.3%
Depression20.3%
Mental Distress15.3%
Physical Distress12.9%
Short Sleep40.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate69.8%
Uninsured25.7%
199% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.0%
Dental Visits55.1%
Premature Death8,160/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access85.9%
Healthcare Facilities1,904
Agua Dulce has an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 8.8 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average66.2°F
23% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall8.8 inches
77% below US avg
Snowfall2.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,027 ft (1,227 m)
Area7.8 sq mi (20.2 km²)
Population Density39/sq mi
Coordinates31.6549°N, 106.1369°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48141
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 15.1-point margin. 87.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 41.8%
D 57%

Winner: Democrat by 15.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.3%
64% below US avg
High School+78.2%
Graduate Degree+1.4%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density39/sq mi
Total Area7.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.6%
Public Libraries18
Healthcare Facilities1,904
Restaurants1,853
Retail Stores2,227

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)83

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.4 min
Drive Alone68.5%
Public Transit7.2%
Work from Home6.7%

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