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Alton, TX

Texas · Hidalgo County · McAllen-Edinburg-Mission Metro

Alton is a small city in Texas with a population of 19,205. Residents earn $48,777 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
19,205 Population 2,527/sq mi density
$48,777 Median Income $17,861 per capita
$126,600 Home Value $191,242 Zillow
$981 Median Rent 27.6% income on rent
73°F Avg Temperature 312 sunny days/yr
65 Violent Crime/100K 1,652 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$48,777 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$126,600 home value, $981/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
65 violent crimes/100K (83% below avg)
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $48,777
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $126,600
55% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 65/100K
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.9%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $981
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.6%
45% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.6%
115% higher than US avg

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

People

Population19,205
Median Age26.7 yrs
Density2,527/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 25%
Veterans2.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$48,777
Per Capita$17,861
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty26.6%
County GDP$31,357M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$126,600
Rent$981
Ownership61.2%
Zillow$191,242
Housing Units5,409
Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

F
Violent65/100K
Property1,652/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault33/100K
Burglary294/100K

Health

Obesity46.6%
Uninsured41.3%
Smoking15.0%
Depression20.5%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain20.2 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation159 ft (48 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.9%
High School+62.6%
Graduate+2.5%
School Score4.97

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute28 min
Broadband88.3%
EV Stations2
Libraries16

Is Alton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alton receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Alton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Alton is $48,777, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 26.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Alton is $126,600, 55% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $981 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Alton is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 65 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,652 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 62.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5/10.

Climate & Weather

Alton has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 312 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Alton has a population of 19,205 with a density of 2,527 people per square mile, spread across 5.9 square miles. The median age is 26.7 years, 31% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.3% female and 51.7% male. The city is predominantly White (25%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 12% of residents, while 88% speak Spanish. 2.0% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 11.4% of residents have a disability. 61.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

19,205
Total Population
2,527
People / sq mi
26.7yrs
Median Age
31% below US avg
5.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Alton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 12.0%
85% below US avg
Spanish 88.0%
557% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Alton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alton is $48,777, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,861 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $825, 42% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 26.6% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 14,062 business establishments, including 1,288 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 9.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Alton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,777
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,861
Avg Weekly Wage$825
IRS Avg AGI$47,556
Gini Index0.478 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate26.6%
115% above US avg
Establishments (County)14,062
County GDP$31,357M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,288
Healthcare2,330
Retail2,150
Manufacturing302

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,938
98% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.3 min
Drive Alone78.4%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home9.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Alton is $126,600, 55% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $191,242, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 97.9% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $981 (16% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. 61.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 5,409 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 2002. The average annual property tax is $6,938 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 27.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$126,600
55% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$191,242
Median List Price$280,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$280,000
$/Sq Ft$148
Homes Sold9
Sale-to-List Ratio97.9%
Price Drops15.1%
Inventory106

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$981
16% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,048
Rent Burden27.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership61.2%
Owner-Occupied61.2%
Renter-Occupied38.8%
Housing Units5,409
Median Year Built2002

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,938
98% above US avg
Effective Rate5.48%
In Alton, 46.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 19.2% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.0% of residents, above the national average. 34.9% have high blood pressure. 15.0% are current smokers. 16.0% report binge drinking. 41.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 20.5% report depression. 18.8% experience frequent mental distress. 41.3% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,158. The dentist ratio is 1:3,219. 63.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 4.4 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.6%
45% above US avg
Diabetes19.2%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure34.9%
Asthma8.9%
COPD6.3%
Cancer4.2%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.0%
7% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity41.4%
Depression20.5%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress18.2%
Short Sleep41.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate61.0%
Uninsured41.3%
380% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,158
Dentists1:3,219
Mental Health1:1,097
Checkup Rate71.6%
Dental Visits37.7%
Premature Death8,263/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.4/10
Exercise Access63.7%
Healthcare Facilities2,330
Alton has a violent crime rate of 65 per 100,000 residents, 83% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 32.7 per 100,000, robbery at 26.1, rape at 6.5. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,652 per 100,000, 16% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,215, burglary at 294, vehicle theft at 144 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 70 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Alton receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Alton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent65.3/100K
83% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape6.5/100K
Robbery26.1/100K
Assault32.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,652.4/100K
16% below US avg
Burglary293.9/100K
Theft1,214.8/100K
Vehicle Theft143.7/100K
Arson6.5/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)70
Traffic Accidents2
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Alton has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 312 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 20.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 159 feet.

Temperature

58°F Jan (14°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average73.4°F
36% above US avg
January Average58°F (14°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Geography

Elevation159 ft (48 m)
Area5.9 sq mi (15.3 km²)
Population Density2,527/sq mi
Coordinates26.2878°N, 98.3090°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyHidalgo County County
Nearest AirportMc Allen International (MFE)
9 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.2"
47% below US avg
Snowfall 0.2"
Wettest Month (Sep) 3.98"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.63"

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0324 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)9.0 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively High
Risk Score99.0 / 100
Social Vulnerability92.7 / 100
Community Resilience0.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Very High
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively High
Hail Very High
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively High
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Very High
Drought Relatively High
Cold Wave Very High
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

9 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M3.6 on Aug 30, 2016.

Jan 19, 2014 12 km SSW of China, Mexico M4.1 125 km
Feb 11, 2014 31 km SSE of China, Mexico M4.0 126 km
Mar 4, 2014 27 km SE of Los Ramones, Mexico M4.0 143 km
Nov 25, 2013 23 km SE of Los Ramones, Mexico M4.0 145 km
Mar 2, 2014 15 km SW of China, Mexico M4.0 129 km
Nov 30, 2013 26 km SE of Los Ramones, Mexico M3.9 145 km
Mar 5, 2014 18 km SSW of China, Mexico M3.9 128 km
Nov 26, 2013 22 km S of China, Mexico M3.6 128 km
Aug 30, 2016 11 km N of Los Ramones, Mexico M3.6 144 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

13 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Beryl (2024, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Beryl Category 1 294 km
2021 Nicholas Category 1 283 km
2020 Hanna Category 1 46 km
2017 Harvey Category 4 217 km
2010 Alex Category 2 236 km
2008 Dolly Category 2 56 km
2005 Emily Category 3 149 km
2003 Claudette Category 1 292 km
2003 Erika Category 1 140 km
1999 Bret Category 4 89 km
1988 Gilbert Category 4 194 km
1983 Barry Category 1 128 km
1980 Allen Category 5 50 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

119 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 28 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Mar 15, 1983 EF3 27 km 0
May 12, 1969 EF3 74 km 0
May 12, 1969 EF3 63 km 0
Apr 19, 1965 EF3 46 km 0
May 5, 1991 EF2 31 km 0
Aug 9, 1980 EF2 84 km 0
May 24, 1970 EF2 59 km 0
May 12, 1969 EF2 94 km 0
Apr 26, 1967 EF2 19 km 0
Jun 1, 1962 EF2 57 km 0
Jan 26, 1950 EF2 69 km 0
Oct 30, 2015 EF1 64 km 0
Jun 30, 2011 EF1 22 km 0
Jul 16, 2007 EF1 13 km 0
Apr 30, 2003 EF1 16 km 0
May 21, 2001 EF1 8 km 0
May 21, 2001 EF1 7 km 0
Apr 4, 1997 EF1 91 km 0
Jun 14, 1994 EF1 23 km 0
Sep 16, 1988 EF1 62 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BURNS RANCH FIRE (58,395 ac, 2008).

Year Name Acres Distance
2008 BURNS RANCH FIRE 58,395 47 km
2022 HAYFIELD SOUTH 11,038 82 km
2021 KING 9,793 72 km
2022 VIB 7,817 75 km
2017 HOPPER 7,150 86 km
2022 BLANKET 5,823 86 km
2022 POLO 5,571 83 km
2008 ENCINO 3,979 69 km
2021 NORTH JONES 3,541 82 km
2008 UNNAMED 3,389 72 km
2011 KING RANCH 3,075 71 km
2008 JONES RANCH 2,998 74 km
2005 2686 2,979 76 km
2009 HOPPER 2,929 85 km
2009 SAN CARLOS 2,849 87 km
2021 JONES 2,178 75 km
2010 ENCINITOS RANCH 1,967 54 km
2022 755 1,846 71 km
2011 ENCINITOS 1,748 55 km
2022 DEER 1,657 88 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 58°F (14°C) 1.3 in Coldest
February 63°F (17°C) 1.3 in
March 70°F (21°C) 0.6 in Driest
April 76°F (24°C) 1.4 in
May 80°F (27°C) 3.0 in
June 84°F (29°C) 2.8 in
July 85°F (30°C) 1.8 in
August 86°F (30°C) 2.2 in Warmest
September 82°F (28°C) 4.0 in Wettest
October 76°F (24°C) 2.2 in
November 68°F (20°C) 1.0 in
December 61°F (16°C) 1.1 in

Alton has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 58°F in January to 86°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 22.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.0") and March the driest (0.6").

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Alton is located in Hidalgo County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 12.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 62% below the national average of 33.7%. 62.6% have completed high school. 2.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 51% of the vote, a 2.9-point margin. 88.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 16 public libraries serving the community. 2,330 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 78.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51%
D 48.1%

Winner: Republican by 2.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)70
Traffic Accidents2
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.9%
62% below US avg
High School+62.6%
Graduate Degree+2.5%
School Test Score4.97
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density2,527/sq mi
Total Area5.9 sq mi
CountyHidalgo County County

Services

Broadband Access88.3%
Avg Download Speed123.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed15.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities2,330
Restaurants1,288
Retail Stores2,150

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.3 min
Drive Alone78.4%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home9.2%
Average costs for common services in Alton. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $243 ($146–$388)
Specialist Visit $340 ($194–$534)
Urgent Care Visit $194 ($97–$340)
Emergency Room Visit $2,136 ($777–$4,855)
Dental Cleaning $126 ($73–$194)
Dental Filling $243 ($146–$388)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $44 ($24–$73)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $73 ($49–$117)
Brake Pad Replacement $291 ($146–$486)
Tire Rotation $39 ($19–$73)
New Tires (Set of 4) $583 ($388–$971)
Battery Replacement $194 ($97–$340)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $97 ($58–$146)
Electrician (Per Hour) $87 ($49–$136)
HVAC Repair $388 ($146–$777)
HVAC System Install $6,797 ($3,884–$11,652)
Roof Repair $971 ($388–$1,942)
Roof Replacement $8,739 ($5,341–$14,565)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,457 ($486–$3,399)
Divorce (Contested) $14,565 ($4,855–$29,130)
DUI Defense $4,855 ($1,942–$9,710)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,457 ($777–$2,913)
Will Preparation $486 ($194–$971)
Trust Preparation $2,428 ($971–$4,855)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut $53 ($29–$97)
Hair Coloring (Full) $146 ($73–$243)
Manicure $24 ($15–$44)
Pedicure $39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour) $78 ($49–$126)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.98 ($2.91–$5.34)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.40 ($2.43–$4.86)
Loaf of Bread $3.69 ($2.43–$5.34)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.37 ($2.91–$6.31)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.34 ($3.88–$7.28)
Rice (per lb) $0.97 ($0.58–$1.75)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $136 ($78–$243)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $68 ($29–$146)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $68 ($39–$117)
Internet (Monthly) $68 ($39–$97)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $63 ($29–$97)
Cable TV (Monthly) $83 ($49–$146)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $194 ($73–$486)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,942 ($1,165–$3,399)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $68 ($29–$126)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($7.77–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $97 ($29–$243)
Driver's License Renewal $29 ($15–$73)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,165 ($583–$2,428)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $971 ($486–$1,942)
After-School Care (Monthly) $388 ($194–$680)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $49 ($24–$97)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $971 ($388–$2,428)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,138 ($4,855–$29,130)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $58 ($29–$97)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $97 ($49–$194)
Dog Grooming $58 ($29–$97)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $39 ($19–$73)
Dog Spay/Neuter $291 ($146–$486)
Cat Spay/Neuter $194 ($97–$388)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$624
Toddler$589
Preschool$576
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$567
Toddler$546
Preschool$537
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Hidalgo County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 82,594 2,449 $34,167 1.97
Retail Trade 37,013 2,149 $35,093 1.27
Accommodation & Food Services 27,456 1,348 $20,576 1.03
Administrative & Waste Services 15,838 518 $40,470 0.92
Wholesale Trade 8,825 969 $60,277 0.77
Construction 8,411 830 $53,038 0.55
Transportation & Warehousing 8,387 696 $51,920 0.68
Professional & Technical Services 7,370 1,272 $58,303 0.36
Manufacturing 6,884 365 $53,320 0.29
Finance & Insurance 6,441 876 $58,974 0.54
Educational Services 5,341 140 $50,487 0.88
Other Services 4,970 710 $37,721 0.57
Information & Technology 2,827 116 $53,056 0.52
Real Estate 2,683 616 $49,622 0.59
Arts & Entertainment 2,332 150 $25,540 0.48
Agriculture & Forestry 2,154 221 $40,759 0.91
Management of Companies 1,594 54 $59,789 0.32
Utilities 877 38 $83,523 0.79
Mining & Oil/Gas 781 64 $105,305 0.71
Unclassified 202 113 $36,262 0.50

Schools in Alton

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
ALTON MEMORIAL J H Middle 819 62 13.2:1
DOMINGO TREVINO MIDDLE Middle 623 52 12.0:1
RAQUEL CAVAZOS EL Elementary 554 32 17.3:1
JESSIE L JENSEN EL Elementary 543 35 15.5:1
MISSION COLLEGIATE H S High 438 30 14.6:1
CANTU EL Elementary 417 25 16.7:1
CARL C WAITZ EL Elementary 396 25 15.8:1
ALTON EL Elementary 390 22 17.7:1
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Radio Stations near Alton

11 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ARROBA FM 95.3 (Reynosa) - 95.3 FM - XHRT-FM - Radiorama Tamaulipas - Reynosa, Tamaulipas (MX) 95.3 fm, @fm MP3
DIGITAL 101.5 (Reynosa) - 101.5 FM - XHAVO-FM - Radio United - Reynosa, Tamaulipas (MX) 101.5 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
Puro Texas Conjunto Radio conjuntos MP3 128 kbps
La Lupe (Reynosa) - 89.1 FM - XHCAO-FM - Radio United - Reynosa, Tamaulipas (MX) 89.1 fm, américa AAC+ 64 kbps
La Poderosa (Reynosa) - 103.3 FM - XHRKS-FM - Grupo AS Comunicación - Reynosa, Tamaulipas (MX) 103.3 fm, américa MP3
Arroba FM (Reynosa) - 95.3 FM - XHRT-FM - Radiorama Tamaulipas - Reynosa, Tamaulipas (MX) 95.3 fm, @fm MP3
WiLD 104-9 HD pop, top 40 AAC+ 48 kbps
Fuego 98.9 latin pop, latino MP3 96 kbps
La Suavecita 93.9 — MP3 96 kbps
La Suavecita 92.1 — AAC+ 64 kbps
La Suavecita 105.9 FM regional mexican AAC+ 64 kbps

National Parks Near Alton

6 national parks and monuments found near Alton.

ParkTypeFee
Bentsen - Rio Grande Valley State Park State Park Free
Estero Llano Grande State ParK State Park Free
Falcon State Park State Park Free
Padre Island National Seashore National Seashore $25
Palo Alto Battlefield National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Resaca de la Palma State Park State Park Free

Museums in Alton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
MUSEUM OF SOUTH TEXAS HISTORYHISTORY MUSEUM$2,707,014
SOUTH TEXAS MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM200 N CLOSNER BLVD9563836911$2,707,014
MCALLEN INTERNATIONAL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9566821564$1,513,223
MISSION HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM9565808646$69,768
MCALLEN HERITAGE CENTERHISTORIC PRESERVATION301 S MAIN ST9566871904$63,655
IMAGES FOR CONSERVATION FUNDNATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM9563811264$55,498
WILDLIFE CORRIDORZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION$45,402
BROWNSVILLE BOTANICAL GARDENS & ARBORETUMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER$11,488
EDINBURG SCENIC WETLANDS & WORLD BIRDING CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER9563819922
HUB CITY CONJUNTO & TEJANO MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
PECAN CAMPUS VISUAL ARTS PROGRAM GALLERYART MUSEUM9568728311
QUINTA MAZATLANARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER1000 S WARE ROAD9566813370
RIO GRANDE MILITARY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
RIO GRANDE VALLEY RAILSHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SOUTH TEXAS MOTORCYCLE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM4705 E RICHARDSON RD9562920770
UTPA HEB PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM

Libraries in Alton

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
MCALLEN MEMORIAL LIBRARY4001 N 23RD ST0.0881,129
DUSTIN MICHAEL SEKULA MEMORIAL LIBRARY1906 S CLOSNER BLVD0.0322,203
PHARR MEMORIAL LIBRARY121 E CHEROKEE AVE0.0292,550
SPEER MEMORIAL LIBRARY801 E 12TH ST0.0258,714
SAN JUAN MEMORIAL LIBRARY1010 S STANDARD AVE0.0108,871
SERGEANT FERNANDO DE LA ROSA MEMORIAL LIBRARY416 N TOWER RD0.087,139
HIDALGO PUBLIC LIBRARY710 E TEXANO DR0.016,004
PENITAS PUBLIC LIBRARY1111 S MAIN ST0.012,612

Farmers Markets in Alton

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bryan House Farmers Market1113 E. Mile 2 Rd10/01/2016 to Sat: 12:00 PM-2:00 PM;
Grow'n Growers Farmers Market Firemen's Park, Corner of 1st Street & Bus 83
McAllen Farmers Market4001 N. 23rd St.01/01/2016 to 12/31/2016Sat: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Pharrmers Market724 N. Cage Blvd 11/03/2016 to 05/25/2017Thu: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit

Breweries in Alton

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Glasscock Brewing Cowholesale|manufacturing|food|brewer|1802 S Expy 281[9563860091]
London Grill & TavernPub, Brewery, and Bar129 E Nolana Ave9562138387, (956) 213-8387Visit

Pharmacies in Alton

3 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
MISSION PLAZA PHARMACY 816 EAST MAIN AVENUE 956-583-0044
OSCAR'S PHARMACY 415 WEST MAIN AVENUE 956-580-3539
RICHARD'S PHARMACY - ALTON 3509 EAST MAIN AVENUE 956-584-7772

Cell Towers in Alton

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
4925 SOUTH BRYAN ROADTOWER146
1.2 miles N of SR-1925, 0.95 mile W of US-281, 3.0 miles N ofTOWER121
(Citrus City site) 6551 N. Abram RdTOWER91
HIGHWAY 83 1 MILE WEST OF FARM MARKET 2221 (64612)GTOWER81
HIGHWAY 83 1 MILE WEST OF FARM MARKET 2221 (64612)GTOWER81
HIGHWAY 83 1 MILE WEST OF FARM MARKET 2221TOWER81
(McCook site) Rt 13 Box 196 ATOWER70
1120 N Stuart RoadTOWER45
SOUTH 2ND CELL SITETOWER37

Fire Stations in Alton

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Alton Volunteer Fire Department509 S Alton BLVDMostly career956-432-0740

Bridges in Alton

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete19902215,579G
CulvertConcrete1990235,110G

Superfund Sites Near Alton

4 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
CALPINE HIDALGO ENERGY CENTER4005 NORTH SEMINARY ROADHIDALGO
CALPINE HIDALGO ENERGY CENTER4005 NORTH SEMINARY ROADHIDALGO
CALPINE HIDALGO ENERGY CENTER4005 NORTH SEMINARY ROADHIDALGO
MAGIC VALLEY GENERATION3333 N MCCOLL RDHIDALGO

Airports Near Alton

46 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Lucio Blanco International AirportREXMedium Airport
McAllen Miller International AirportMFEMedium Airport
Valley International AirportHRLMedium Airport
Alamo Aerial Applicators Airport—Small Airport
Alto Colorado Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Armstrong Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Bennack Flying Services Airport—Small Airport
BFS West Airport—Small Airport
Borregos Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Bravo Airport—Small Airport
Chapeño Airport—Small Airport
Diamond O Ranch Airport—Small Airport
El Coyote Ranch Airport—Small Airport
El Huizache Airport—Small Airport
Enrique Cardenaz Gonzalez Airport—Small Airport
Farm Services Inc Airport—Small Airport
Flying 'K' Ranch Ultralightport—Small Airport
Flying W Airport—Small Airport
Fumigaciones Aéreas 109 Airport—Small Airport
Gross Private Airport—Small Airport
Kilo Airport—Small Airport
Kornegay Private Airport—Small Airport
Las Gemelas Airport—Small Airport
Los Fresnos Airport—Small Airport
Mid Valley Airport—Small Airport
Mid-Valley Dusters Inc Airport—Small Airport
Moore Field—Small Airport
Norman & White Airport—Small Airport
Old Reb Airport—Small Airport
Omni Ranch Ultralight Flightpark—Small Airport
Rancho El Gato Airport—Small Airport
Rancho El Mezquitito Airfield / Miguel Alemán Aerodrome—Small Airport
Ranchos Las Islas Airport—Small Airport
Rio Dusters Airport—Small Airport
Rio Grande City Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Rowland Dusters Airport—Small Airport
San Jose de los Llanitos Airport—Small Airport
San Rafael Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Santa Elena Airport—Small Airport
Scott Airport—Small Airport
Shofner Farms Airport—Small Airport
Skalitsky Airport—Small Airport
South Texas International at Edinburg Airport—Small Airport
Star K Ranch Airport—Small Airport
T R Funk Inc Airport—Small Airport
Venecia Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in Alton

31 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Alamo Police Department
Alamo Police Department423 North Tower Road
Alton Police Department
Department of Public Safety DPS
Department of Public Safety DPS1414 North Bicentennial Boulevard
DPS station
Edinburg Police Department - Investigations
Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office
Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office - Posse
Hidalgo County Sheriff's Training Academy
Hidalgo Police Department211 East Esperanza Street
La Joya Police Department
McAllen Community Policing
McAllen Community Policing
McAllen Community Policing
McAllen Community Policing
McAllen Community Policing
McAllen Community Policing
McAllen Police Community Center
McAllen Police Department - Detention
Mission Police Department
Mission Police Substation2801 West Military Highway
Palmhurst Police Department
Palmview Police Department
Pharr Police Department
Pharr Police Department
Pharr Police Department1900 South Cage Boulevard
Pharr Police Department
San Juan Police Department2301 North Raul Longoria Road
San Juan Police Department - Administration
San Juan Police Department Substation

Grocery Stores in Alton

35 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Angelly BakeryConvenience Store8245 N Moorefield Rd
B&B Mercadito 2Convenience Store815 W Saint Jude Ave
Blanca's MarketGrocery Store2501 E Main Ave
Dollar General 15248Other2708 W Main St
Dollar General 16413Other7129 State Hwy 107
Dollar General 17736Other3405 E Main Ave
Dollar General 23157Other7000 Mile 7 Rd
Dollar General 24041Other10830 W Mile 7 Rd
DOLLAR GENERAL 8296Other105 N Alton Blvd
Dollar Tree 6509Other217 S Alton Blvd
El Molino Maiz CaseroConvenience Store1304 S Alton Blvd
El Querreque Cocina MexicanaOther11411 W Monte Cristo Rd
EL TIGRE FOOD STORE 14Convenience Store2903 W 7 MILE LINE RD
EL TIGRE FOOD STORE 22Convenience Store5925 State Highway 107
Fruteria RicosSpecialty Store1413 S Alton Blvd
Fruteria TapiaOther5074 N Conway Ave
Go Go GroceryGrocery Store10541 W Monte Cristo Rd
Jessies Meat Market 1Grocery Store3110 E Main Ave
Junior's Supermarket 5Super Store215 W Main St
La Colmena Meat MarketOther10900 W Monte Cristo Rd
La Ganadera Gourmet Tres Lagos 4Convenience Store4312 Tres Lagos Blvd
Lamexico 4 4Convenience Store1701 N Alton Blvd
Mexico 1Grocery Store6508 Mile 7 Rd
PIC N PAC DR INN GROConvenience Store106 S Alton Blvd
STRIPES 40595HConvenience Store10935 N Conway Ave
STRIPES 40691HConvenience Store523 W Main Ave
Stripes 42286HConvenience Store3108 N Shary Rd
TORTILLERIA BERTHA 2Other502 N Alton Blvd
Tortilleria CarmelitaConvenience Store103 N Linda St
TORTILLERIA EL GRANO DE OROGrocery Store15701 N 111th St
TORTILLERIA EL GRANO DE OROGrocery Store10323 E Monte Cristo Rd
Tortilleria Tlaxcalli 1Convenience Store102 S Mayberry Rd
Vaquero TonyGrocery Store1905 E Main Ave
Western Drive Thru LLCConvenience Store700 N Alton Blvd
Wooden NickelConvenience Store1801 W State Highway 107

Treatment Centers in Alton

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Tropical Texas Behavioral HealthBoth956-289-7000

Churches & Religious Organizations in Alton

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
IGLESIA DEL DIOS VIVIENTE DE MISSION1007 N PINE ST
PRECIOUS SEED INC1315 W MAIN AVE 13B
ROCA FUERTE MINISTRIES & ACADEMY INC106 S ALTON BLVD PMB 9030
TEMPLO PENTECOSTES JESUS DE NAZARET506 N DALLAS ST
VIDA ABUNDANTE CHURCH917 S ALTON BLVD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Alton

What is the population of Alton?

Alton has a population of 19,205 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 2,527 people per square mile, spread across 5.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 26.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.3% female and 51.7% male.

Is Alton expensive to live in?

Alton has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $48,777, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $126,600 (55% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $981 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Alton safe?

Alton is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 65 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,652 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Alton receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Alton?

Alton has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Alton?

The unemployment rate in Alton is 5.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $825. There are 14,062 business establishments in the area, including 1,288 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 9.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Alton?

The median home value in Alton is $126,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $191,242. For renters, the median monthly rent is $981. Fair market rent is $935 for a 1-bedroom and $1,149 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 61.2%. The average annual property tax is $6,938.

How are the schools in Alton?

Schools in Alton score 5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 12.9% of adults in Alton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 62.6% have completed high school. 2.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Alton?

The obesity rate in Alton is 46.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.0% of adults are smokers. 41.4% are physically inactive. 20.5% of residents report depression. 41.3% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 63.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,158.

What is transportation like in Alton?

The average commute in Alton is 28 minutes. 78.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Alton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Alton is 25% White. 12% of residents speak only English at home, while 88% speak Spanish. 2.0% of the population are military veterans. 11.4% of residents have a disability. 61.0% have health insurance coverage.

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