Median Income
$76,524
2% higher than US avg
Home Value
$266,000
6% lower than US avg
Violent Crime
69/100K
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
28.5%
15% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,184
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.7%
38% lower than US avg
How Castroville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population3,027
Median Age44.7 yrs
Density853/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 66%
Economy
A
Median Income$76,524
Per Capita$35,653
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$159,589M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$266,000
Rent$1,184
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$424,822
Crime
F
Violent69/100K
Property1,721/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault34/100K
Burglary138/100K
Health
Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease5.0%
Climate
Avg Temp71°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain29.6 in/yr
Elevation773 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+28.5%
High School+89.4%
School Score5.10
Community
2024 VoteR 45% / D 54%
Commute27 min
Libraries37
Is Castroville a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Castroville receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a low poverty rate. Castroville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Castroville is $76,524, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Castroville is $266,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,184 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Safety & Crime
Castroville is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 69 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,721 per 100,000, near the national average.
Education
28.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Castroville has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Castroville has a population of 3,027 with a density of 853 people per square mile. The median age is 44.7 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65.5%), with 3.1% Hispanic, 1.7% Black.
Population
44.7yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Castroville vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 76.5% |
| 3% below US avg |
| Spanish | 23.5% |
| 75% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Castroville vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Castroville is $76,524, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income: Castroville vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $76,524 |
| 2% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,653 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,267 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $74,535 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.1% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.7% |
| 38% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 45,524 |
| County GDP | $159,589M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 4,527 |
| Healthcare | 5,392 |
| Retail | 5,030 |
| Manufacturing | 884 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $9,802 |
| 180% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.68% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.2 min |
| Work from Home | 14.5% |
The median home value in Castroville is $266,000, 6% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,184 (2% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $424,822.
Home Values
| Census Median | $266,000 |
| 6% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $424,822 |
| Median List Price | $460,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $460,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $191 |
| Homes Sold | 5 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.7% |
| Price Drops | 56.5% |
| Inventory | 46 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,184 |
| 2% above 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) | $9,802 |
| 180% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.68% |
In Castroville, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.7% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Castroville vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.6% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.5% |
| Asthma | 9.6% |
| COPD | 4.9% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.6% |
| Depression | 22.7% |
| Mental Distress | 16.9% |
| Physical Distress | 12.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 88.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.2% |
| Premature Death | 8,758/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 88.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 5,392 |
Castroville has a violent crime rate of 69 per 100,000 residents, 82% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,721 per 100,000 (12% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.
Crime Rates: Castroville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 68.8/100K |
| 82% below US avg |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 34.4/100K |
| Assault | 34.4/100K |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 1,720.6/100K |
| 12% below US avg |
| Burglary | 137.7/100K |
| Theft | 1,548.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 34.4/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 229 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Castroville has an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
54°F Jan (12°C)
85°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 70.5°F |
| 31% above US avg |
| January Average | 54°F (12°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (29°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 29.6 inches |
| 22% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 773 ft (236 m) |
| Area | 3.6 sq mi (9.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 853/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.3599°N, 98.8547°W |
| County FIPS | 48029 |