Home Value $55,300

80% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 10.5%

69% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 43.5%

36% higher than US avg

Unemployment 11.0%

206% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 58.3%

370% higher than US avg

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

People

Population688

Median Age23.3 yrs

Density234/mi²

Male / Female55% / 46%

Largest GroupWhite 46%

Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$10,650

Unemployment11.0%

Poverty58.3%

County GDP$17,387M

Commute33 min

Housing

Home Value$55,300

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units161

Rent Burden30.5%

Health

Obesity43.5%

Uninsured43.7%

Smoking17.4%

Depression19.6%

Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain25.7 in/yr

Sunny Days312/yr

Elevation59 ft (18 m)

Education

Bachelor's+10.5%

High School+50.6%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 47%

Commute33 min

Broadband17.1%

Libraries9

Is Bluetown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bluetown receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Bluetown faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 11.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 58.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bluetown is $55,300, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Bluetown has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. With 312 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Bluetown has a population of 688 with a density of 234 people per square mile. The median age is 23.3 years, 40% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (45.8%).

Population

688

Total Population

234

People / sq mi

23.3yrs

Median Age

40% below US avg

2.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.5%

Female 45.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Bluetown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	25.9%
	67% below US avg
Spanish	74.1%
	453% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bluetown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bluetown is N/A. The unemployment rate is 11.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 58.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Bluetown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$10,650
Avg Weekly Wage	$857
IRS Avg AGI	$48,428

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	11.0%
	206% above US avg
Poverty Rate	58.3%
	370% above US avg
Establishments (County)	7,200
County GDP	$17,387M

Business (County)

Restaurants	815
Healthcare	1,060
Retail	1,030
Manufacturing	186

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,394
	83% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	11.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	32.6 min
Drive Alone	60.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	18.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Bluetown is $55,300, 80% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$55,300
	80% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	30.5%

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	77.1%
Housing Units	161
Median Year Built	1984

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,394
	83% above US avg
Effective Rate	11.56%

In Bluetown, 43.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 43.7% of residents lack health insurance. 17.4% are current smokers. 19.6% report depression. 42.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	43.5%
	36% above US avg
Diabetes	20.1%
Heart Disease	7.8%
High Blood Pressure	35.5%
Asthma	9.0%
COPD	7.2%
Cancer	4.2%
Stroke	4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	17.4%
	24% above US avg
Binge Drinking	15.7%
Physical Inactivity	42.9%
Depression	19.6%
Mental Distress	18.3%
Physical Distress	18.7%
Short Sleep	42.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	74.0%
Uninsured	43.7%
	408% above US avg
Primary Care	1:2,034
Dentists	1:3,127
Mental Health	1:1,028
Checkup Rate	69.2%
Dental Visits	37.4%
Premature Death	9,065/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	4.8/10
Exercise Access	74.5%
Healthcare Facilities	1,060

Bluetown has an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.7 inches. The area enjoys 312 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)

Annual Average	75.0°F
	39% above US avg
January Average	61°F (16°C)
July Average	86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days	312 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	25.7 inches
	32% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	59 ft (18 m)
Area	2.9 sq mi (7.6 km²)
Population Density	234/sq mi
Coordinates	26.0696°N, 97.8183°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Cameron County County
County FIPS	48061

Bluetown is located in Cameron County County. It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5.8-point margin. 17.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.5%

D 46.7%

Winner: Republican by 5.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	10.5%
	69% below US avg
High School+	50.6%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.10

D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2	Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density	234/sq mi
Total Area	2.9 sq mi
County	Cameron County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	17.1%
Public Libraries	9
Healthcare Facilities	1,060
Restaurants	815
Retail Stores	1,030

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	32
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	32.6 min
Drive Alone	60.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	18.1%

Bluetown, TX

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Bluetown a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Bluetown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Bluetown vs U.S. Average

Income: Bluetown 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: Bluetown 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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