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Cape Royale, TX

Texas · San Jacinto County · Metropolitan Area

Cape Royale is a small town in Texas with a population of 524. Residents earn $80,461 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
524 Population 266/sq mi density
$80,461 Median Income $48,746 per capita
$279,400 Home Value
69°F Avg Temperature 306 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$80,461 median income, 12.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$279,400 home value
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,461
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $279,400
1% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.7%
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 12.0%
233% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population524
Median Age64.4 yrs
Density266/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans3.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$80,461
Per Capita$48,746
Unemployment12.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$523M
Commute51 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$279,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units899
Rent Burden25.3%

Health

Obesity39.3%
Uninsured15.4%
Smoking19.6%
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (20°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Sunny Days306/yr
Elevation165 ft (50 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.7%
High School+94.3%
Graduate+3.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute51 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries2

Is Cape Royale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cape Royale receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate, long commute times. Cape Royale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cape Royale is $80,461, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 12.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 51 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cape Royale is $279,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

27.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Cape Royale enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 306 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Cape Royale has a population of 524 with a density of 266 people per square mile. The median age is 64.4 years, 66% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.5%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

524
Total Population
266
People / sq mi
64.4yrs
Median Age
66% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.9%
Female 61.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Cape Royale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.5%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.5%
37% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cape Royale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cape Royale is $80,461, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 51 minutes.

Income: Cape Royale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,461
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,746
Avg Weekly Wage$877
IRS Avg AGI$65,578

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.0%
233% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)299
County GDP$523M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare18
Retail34
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,439
84% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time51.1 min
Drive Alone95.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cape Royale is $279,400, 1% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$279,400
1% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.4%
Housing Units899
Median Year Built1998

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,439
84% above US avg
Effective Rate2.30%
In Cape Royale, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.4% of residents lack health insurance. 19.6% are current smokers. 27.5% report depression. 29.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Cape Royale vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure36.1%
Asthma11.4%
COPD8.9%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.6%
40% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity29.9%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress21.7%
Physical Distress15.9%
Short Sleep40.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.8%
Uninsured15.4%
79% above US avg
Primary Care1:13,939
Dentists1:28,348
Mental Health1:5,787
Checkup Rate72.9%
Dental Visits49.0%
Premature Death12,991/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access68.1%
Healthcare Facilities18
Cape Royale has an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. The area enjoys 306 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average68.6°F
27% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days306 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation165 ft (50 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density266/sq mi
Coordinates30.6534°N, 95.1306°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountySan Jacinto County County
County FIPS48407
Cape Royale is located in San Jacinto County County. It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 27.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.3-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.3%
D 17%

Winner: Republican by 65.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.7%
18% below US avg
High School+94.3%
Graduate Degree+3.0%
School Test Score5.10
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density266/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi
CountySan Jacinto County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants20
Retail Stores34

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disaster Declarations273

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute51.1 min
Drive Alone95.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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