Median Income $8,000

89% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Median Rent $685

41% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 41.1%

28% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 70.6%

469% higher than US avg

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

People

Population208

Median Age12.5 yrs

Density10,400/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 67%

Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median Income$8,000

Per Capita$3,360

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty70.6%

County GDP$1,559M

Commute17 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A

Rent$685

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units132

Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity41.1%

Uninsured37.5%

Smoking16.1%

Depression18.8%

Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (24°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain22.5 in/yr

Sunny Days312/yr

Elevation211 ft (64 m)

Education

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+0.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%

Commute17 min

Broadband86.0%

Libraries1

Is Barrera a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Barrera receives an overall livability score of 1.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Barrera faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Barrera is $8,000, 89% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 70.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $685 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 0.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Barrera has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. With 312 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Barrera has a population of 208 with a density of 10,400 people per square mile. The median age is 12.5 years, 68% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.3%).

Population

208

Total Population

10,400

People / sq mi

12.5yrs

Median Age

68% below US avg

0.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%

Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Barrera vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Spanish	100.0%
	646% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Barrera vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Barrera is $8,000, which is 89% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 70.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Barrera vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$8,000
	89% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$3,360
Avg Weekly Wage	$765
IRS Avg AGI	$36,816

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	70.6%
	469% above US avg
Establishments (County)	666
County GDP	$1,559M

Business (County)

Restaurants	61
Healthcare	108
Retail	128
Manufacturing	11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,682
	34% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	17.0 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $685 (41% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$685
	41% below US avg
Rent Burden	51.0%

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	17.4%
Housing Units	132
Median Year Built	2003

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,682
	34% above US avg

In Barrera, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 37.5% of residents lack health insurance. 16.1% are current smokers. 18.8% report depression. 43.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	41.1%
	28% above US avg
Diabetes	19.5%
Heart Disease	7.3%
High Blood Pressure	35.2%
Asthma	8.6%
COPD	7.0%
Cancer	4.1%
Stroke	4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.1%
	15% above US avg
Binge Drinking	12.6%
Physical Inactivity	43.6%
Depression	18.8%
Mental Distress	17.1%
Physical Distress	18.9%
Short Sleep	37.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	66.5%
Uninsured	37.5%
	336% above US avg
Primary Care	1:3,885
Dentists	1:6,573
Mental Health	1:3,140
Checkup Rate	64.7%
Dental Visits	32.5%
Premature Death	9,793/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	3.0/10
Exercise Access	62.4%
Healthcare Facilities	108

Barrera has an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.5 inches. The area enjoys 312 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

58°F Jan (14°C) 87°F Jul (31°C)

Annual Average	74.4°F
	38% above US avg
January Average	58°F (14°C)
July Average	87°F (31°C)
Sunny Days	312 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	22.5 inches
	41% below US avg
Snowfall	0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	211 ft (64 m)
Area	0.0 sq mi (0.1 km²)
Population Density	10,400/sq mi
Coordinates	26.3927°N, 98.8985°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Starr County County
County FIPS	48427

Barrera is located in Starr County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16-point margin. 86.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.8%

D 41.8%

Winner: Republican by 16 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	0.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.10

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	10,400/sq mi
Total Area	0.0 sq mi
County	Starr County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	86.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	108
Restaurants	61
Retail Stores	128

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	17.0 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Barrera, TX

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Barrera a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Barrera vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Barrera vs U.S. Average

Income: Barrera vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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