Balmorhea, TX — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $29,375

61% lower than US avg

Home Value $56,700

80% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 5.1%

85% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,088

6% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 41.9%

31% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 41.6%

235% higher than US avg

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

People

Population505

Median Age41.8 yrs

Density990/mi²

Male / Female69% / 32%

Largest GroupWhite 73%

Veterans9.5%

Economy

Median Income$29,375

Per Capita$23,100

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty41.6%

County GDP$14,272M

Commute12 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$56,700

Rent$1,088

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units178

Rent Burden26.2%

Health

Obesity41.9%

Uninsured39.1%

Smoking17.3%

Depression21.5%

Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain12.1 in/yr

Sunny Days330/yr

Elevation3,197 ft (974 m)

Education

Bachelor's+5.1%

High School+80.8%

Graduate+1.6%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%

Commute12 min

Broadband51.0%

EV Stations1

Libraries1

Is Balmorhea a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Balmorhea receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Balmorhea has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Balmorhea is $29,375, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 41.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Balmorhea is $56,700, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,088 per month. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Balmorhea enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 12.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Balmorhea has a population of 505 with a density of 990 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 31.5% female and 68.5% male. The city is predominantly White (73.1%), with 1.6% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 58% of residents, while 42% speak Spanish. 9.5% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 9.5% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 79.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

505

Total Population

990

People / sq mi

41.8yrs

Median Age

7% above US avg

0.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 68.5%

Female 31.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Balmorhea vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	58.0%
	26% below US avg
Spanish	42.0%
	213% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Balmorhea vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Balmorhea is $29,375, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,100 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,547. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 41.6% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 500 business establishments, including 66 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Balmorhea vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$29,375
	61% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$23,100
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,547
IRS Avg AGI	$77,395

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	41.6%
	235% above US avg
Establishments (County)	500
County GDP	$14,272M

Business (County)

Restaurants	66
Healthcare	20
Retail	40
Manufacturing	5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,017
	15% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	7.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	12.0 min
Drive Alone	81.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Balmorhea is $56,700, 80% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,088 (6% 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. There are 178 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1959. The average annual property tax is $4,017. 26.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$56,700
	80% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,088
	6% below US avg
Rent Burden	26.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	71.3%
Housing Units	178
Median Year Built	1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,017
	15% above US avg
Effective Rate	7.08%

In Balmorhea, 41.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 18.0% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.2% of residents, above the national average. 35.6% have high blood pressure. 17.3% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 15.0% report binge drinking. 44.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 21.5% report depression. 19.5% experience frequent mental distress. 39.1% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,897. The dentist ratio is 1:6,452. 81.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.8 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	41.9%
	31% above US avg
Diabetes	18.0%
Heart Disease	7.2%
High Blood Pressure	35.6%
Asthma	9.5%
COPD	6.9%
Cancer	4.5%
Stroke	4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	17.3%
	24% above US avg
Binge Drinking	15.0%
Physical Inactivity	44.1%
Depression	21.5%
Mental Distress	19.5%
Physical Distress	18.7%
Short Sleep	40.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	79.9%
Uninsured	39.1%
	355% above US avg
Primary Care	1:2,897
Dentists	1:6,452
Checkup Rate	70.3%
Dental Visits	41.3%
Premature Death	10,008/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.8/10
Exercise Access	81.4%
Healthcare Facilities	20

Balmorhea enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 330 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 12.1 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 3,197 feet.

Temperature

46°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	63.9°F
	18% above US avg
January Average	46°F (8°C)
July Average	81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	12.1 inches
	68% below US avg
Snowfall	0.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	3,197 ft (974 m)
Area	0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density	990/sq mi
Coordinates	30.9824°N, 103.7450°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Reeves County County
County FIPS	48389

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	46°F (8°C)	0.5 in	Coldest
February	50°F (10°C)	0.6 in
March	56°F (13°C)	0.3 in	Driest
April	64°F (18°C)	0.6 in
May	71°F (22°C)	1.3 in
June	79°F (26°C)	1.5 in
July	81°F (27°C)	2.0 in	Warmest
August	78°F (26°C)	2.4 in
September	72°F (22°C)	3.1 in	Wettest
October	64°F (18°C)	1.2 in
November	54°F (12°C)	0.5 in
December	47°F (8°C)	0.6 in

Balmorhea has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F — from 46°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 14.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.1") and March the driest (0.3").

Balmorhea is located in Reeves County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, a smaller urban community. 5.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 85% below the national average of 33.7%. 80.8% have completed high school. 1.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 68% of the vote, a 36.9-point margin. 51.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 20 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 81.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68%

D 31.1%

Winner: Republican by 36.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	5.1%
	85% below US avg
High School+	80.8%
Graduate Degree+	1.6%
School Test Score	5.10

F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density	990/sq mi
Total Area	0.5 sq mi
County	Reeves County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	51.0%
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	1
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	20
Restaurants	66
Retail Stores	40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	12.0 min
Drive Alone	81.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Balmorhea

What is the population of Balmorhea?

Balmorhea has a population of 505 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 990 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 31.5% female and 68.5% male.

Is Balmorhea expensive to live in?

Balmorhea 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 $29,375, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $56,700 (80% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,088 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Balmorhea?

Balmorhea enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 46°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Balmorhea?

The job market in Balmorhea is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,547. There are 500 business establishments in the area, including 66 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 12 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Balmorhea?

The median home value in Balmorhea is $56,700. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,088. Fair market rent is $935 for a 1-bedroom and $1,149 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The average annual property tax is $4,017.

How are the schools in Balmorhea?

Schools in Balmorhea score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 5.1% of adults in Balmorhea hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.8% have completed high school. 1.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Balmorhea?

The obesity rate in Balmorhea is 41.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.3% of adults are smokers. 44.1% are physically inactive. 21.5% of residents report depression. 39.1% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 81.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,897.

What is transportation like in Balmorhea?

The average commute in Balmorhea is 12 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 81.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Balmorhea?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Balmorhea is 73.1% White, 1.6% Hispanic or Latino. 58% of residents speak only English at home, while 42% speak Spanish. 9.5% of the population are military veterans. 9.5% of residents have a disability. 79.9% have health insurance coverage.

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