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Alba, TX

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Alba is a small town in Texas with a population of 574. Residents earn $59,583 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
574 Population 547/sq mi density
$59,583 Median Income $28,310 per capita
$111,600 Home Value $311,349 Zillow
$600 Median Rent 26.2% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$59,583 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$111,600 home value, $600/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,583
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $111,600
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.0%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $600
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.0%
11% lower than US avg

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

People

Population574
Median Age57.3 yrs
Density547/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans10.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$59,583
Per Capita$28,310
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty11.0%
County GDP$345M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$111,600
Rent$600
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$311,349
Housing Units265
Rent Burden26.2%

Health

Obesity34.0%
Uninsured14.0%
Smoking16.2%
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain45.1 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation435 ft (133 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.0%
High School+78.8%
Graduate+2.5%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute34 min
Broadband71.4%
Libraries1

Is Alba a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alba receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Alba offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Alba is $59,583, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. 11.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Alba is $111,600, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $600 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Alba enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Alba has a population of 574 with a density of 547 people per square mile. The median age is 57.3 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.2%), with 6.4% Hispanic.

Population

574
Total Population
547
People / sq mi
57.3yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Alba vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.3%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.7%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Alba vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alba is $59,583, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Alba vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,583
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,310
Avg Weekly Wage$845
IRS Avg AGI$68,918

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.0%
11% below US avg
Establishments (County)271
County GDP$345M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare12
Retail31
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,472
85% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.3 min
Drive Alone75.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Alba is $111,600, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $600 (48% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $311,349.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$111,600
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$311,349

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$600
48% below US avg
Rent Burden26.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.8%
Housing Units265
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,472
85% above US avg
Effective Rate5.80%
In Alba, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.0% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 26.9% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Alba vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.0%
6% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.1%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity25.7%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.0%
Uninsured14.0%
63% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.0%
Dental Visits59.8%
Premature Death9,817/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access48.8%
Healthcare Facilities12
Alba has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.1 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.8°F
20% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.1 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation435 ft (133 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density547/sq mi
Coordinates32.7867°N, 95.6325°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48379
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 72.9-point margin. 71.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86.2%
D 13.3%

Winner: Republican by 72.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.0%
64% below US avg
High School+78.8%
Graduate Degree+2.5%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density547/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.4%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants26
Retail Stores31

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.3 min
Drive Alone75.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.1%

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