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Alto, TX

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Alto is a small town in Texas with a population of 825. Residents earn $56,719 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
825 Population 482/sq mi density
$56,719 Median Income $36,118 per capita
$177,800 Home Value $216,735 Zillow
$496 Median Rent 19.8% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$56,719 median income, 5.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$177,800 home value, $496/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,719
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $177,800
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.6%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $496
57% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 30.6%
147% higher than US avg

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

People

Population825
Median Age35.2 yrs
Density482/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 47%
Veterans4.1%

Economy

C
Median Income$56,719
Per Capita$36,118
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty30.6%
County GDP$2,080M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$177,800
Rent$496
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$216,735
Housing Units590
Rent Burden19.8%

Health

Obesity36.8%
Uninsured19.7%
Smoking15.5%
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain50.1 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation434 ft (132 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.6%
High School+83.4%
Graduate+1.8%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute21 min
Broadband90.3%
Libraries3

Is Alto a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alto 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. Alto offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Alto is $56,719, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 30.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Alto is $177,800, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $496 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Alto enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Alto has a population of 825 with a density of 482 people per square mile. The median age is 35.2 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (47%), with 3.8% Hispanic, 23% Black.

Population

825
Total Population
482
People / sq mi
35.2yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Alto vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.1%
1% below US avg
Spanish21.9%
63% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Alto vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alto is $56,719, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 30.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Alto vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,719
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,118
Avg Weekly Wage$983
IRS Avg AGI$60,120

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above US avg
Poverty Rate30.6%
147% above US avg
Establishments (County)906
County GDP$2,080M

Business (County)

Restaurants74
Healthcare72
Retail130
Manufacturing66

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,873
96% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.0 min
Drive Alone70.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Alto is $177,800, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $496 (57% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $216,735.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$177,800
37% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$216,735

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$496
57% below US avg
Rent Burden19.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied41.7%
Housing Units590
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,873
96% above US avg
Effective Rate3.87%
In Alto, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.7% of residents lack health insurance. 15.5% are current smokers. 22.9% report depression. 30.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes13.0%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure35.4%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.8%
Cancer5.9%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity30.7%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress14.4%
Short Sleep42.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.2%
Uninsured19.7%
129% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.3%
Dental Visits46.4%
Premature Death11,652/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access55.8%
Healthcare Facilities72
Alto has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.1 inches. The area enjoys 306 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.9°F
20% above US avg
January Average46°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.1 inches
32% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation434 ft (132 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density482/sq mi
Coordinates31.6510°N, 95.0708°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48073
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.7-point margin. 90.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.9%
D 18.3%

Winner: Republican by 62.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.6%
48% below US avg
High School+83.4%
Graduate Degree+1.8%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density482/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.3%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities72
Restaurants74
Retail Stores130

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.0 min
Drive Alone70.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.2%

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