César Chávez, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

César Chávez is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,742. Residents earn $80,276 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,742 Population 729/sq mi density
$80,276 Median Income $25,631 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
75°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$80,276 median income, 1.6% unemployment
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,276
7% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.9%
28% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,742
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density729/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 53%

Economy

A
Median Income$80,276
Per Capita$25,631
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty15.9%
County GDP$31,357M
Commute10 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp75°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain24.1 in/yr
Elevation84 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+57.7%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute10 min
Libraries16

Is César Chávez a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, César Chávez receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment. César Chávez offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in César Chávez is $80,276, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 15.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 57.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

César Chávez has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

César Chávez has a population of 1,742 with a density of 729 people per square mile. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (53%).

Population

1,742
Total Population
729
People / sq mi
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.7%
Female 57.3%

Race & Ethnicity

César Chávez vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only21.5%
73% below US avg
Spanish78.5%
486% above US avg

Social Characteristics

César Chávez vs U.S. Average

The median household income in César Chávez is $80,276, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes.

Income: César Chávez vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,276
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$25,631
Avg Weekly Wage$825
IRS Avg AGI$47,556

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.9%
28% above US avg
Establishments (County)14,062
County GDP$31,357M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,288
Healthcare2,330
Retail2,150
Manufacturing302

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,938
98% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time9.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$189
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,938
98% above US avg

Health Metrics: César Chávez vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.3%
Premature Death8,263/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.4/10
Exercise Access63.7%
Healthcare Facilities2,330

Crime Rates: César Chávez vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)70
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

César Chávez has an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

60°F Jan (15°C) 87°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average75.0°F
39% above US avg
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.1 inches
37% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation84 ft (26 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²)
Population Density729/sq mi
Coordinates26.3118°N, 98.1116°W
County FIPS48215
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 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 2.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51%
D 48.1%

Winner: Republican by 2.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+57.7%
School Test Score5.10
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density729/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities2,330
Restaurants1,288
Retail Stores2,150

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)70
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute9.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

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