Median Income
$44,950
40% lower than US avg
Home Value
$84,800
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$917
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.7%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
16.5%
33% higher than US avg
How Benavides Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,399
Median Age31.1 yrs
Density790/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Economy
B
Median Income$44,950
Per Capita$18,447
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty16.5%
County GDP$347M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$84,800
Rent$917
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$74,520
Health
Obesity42.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.5%
Heart Disease6.5%
Climate
Avg Temp72°F
AQI42 (Good)
Elevation377 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+86.1%
School Score5.10
Community
2024 VoteR 55% / D 45%
Commute26 min
Is Benavides a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Benavides receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Benavides offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Benavides is $44,950, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 16.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Benavides is $84,800, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $917 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
15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Benavides has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Benavides has a population of 1,399 with a density of 790 people per square mile. The median age is 31.1 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.1%).
Population
31.1yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Benavides vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 50.7% |
| 35% below US avg |
| Spanish | 49.3% |
| 268% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Benavides vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Benavides is $44,950, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income: Benavides vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $44,950 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $18,447 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $783 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $45,276 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 16.5% |
| 33% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 196 |
| County GDP | $347M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 20 |
| Healthcare | 13 |
| Retail | 24 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,829 |
| 38% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.69% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.2 min |
| Work from Home | 15.1% |
The median home value in Benavides is $84,800, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $917 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $74,520.
Home Values
| Census Median | $84,800 |
| 70% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $74,520 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $917 |
| 21% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,829 |
| 38% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.69% |
In Benavides, 42.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.5% report depression. 41.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Benavides vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.7% |
| 33% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 17.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.7% |
| Asthma | 8.8% |
| COPD | 5.5% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 41.5% |
| Depression | 19.5% |
| Mental Distress | 17.6% |
| Physical Distress | 17.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 82.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.0% |
| Premature Death | 15,818/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 5.4/10 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13 |
Crime Rates: Benavides vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Benavides has an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
56°F Jan (13°C)
85°F Jul (30°C)
| Annual Average | 72.1°F |
| 34% above US avg |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (30°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 377 ft (115 m) |
| Area | 1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 790/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 27.5969°N, 98.4138°W |
| County FIPS | 48131 |