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Delmita, TX

Texas · Starr County

Delmita is a small town in Texas with a population of 210. Residents earn $29,808 per year, which is 60% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
210 Population 67/sq mi density
$29,808 Median Income $17,196 per capita
$85,000 Home Value
$325 Median Rent 23.5% income on rent
73°F Avg Temperature 323 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$29,808 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,000 home value, $325/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $29,808
60% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,000
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.8%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $325
72% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.9%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 55.6%
348% higher than US avg

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

People

Population210
Median Age31.3 yrs
Density67/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 41%
Veterans7.3%

Economy

C
Median Income$29,808
Per Capita$17,196
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty55.6%
County GDP$1,559M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,000
Rent$325
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units74
Rent Burden23.5%

Health

Obesity41.9%
Uninsured34.7%
Smoking12.1%
Depression18.3%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain19.8 in/yr
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation282 ft (86 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.8%
High School+54.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%
Commute18 min
Broadband58.0%
Libraries1

Is Delmita a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Delmita receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Delmita offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Delmita is $29,808, 60% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 55.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Delmita is $85,000, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $325 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 54.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Delmita has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Delmita has a population of 210 with a density of 67 people per square mile. The median age is 31.3 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (41.4%).

Population

210
Total Population
67
People / sq mi
31.3yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.4%
Female 58.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Delmita vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only36.5%
54% below US avg
Spanish63.5%
374% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Delmita vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Delmita is $29,808, which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 55.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Delmita vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$29,808
60% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,196
Avg Weekly Wage$765
IRS Avg AGI$36,816

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate55.6%
348% above US avg
Establishments (County)666
County GDP$1,559M

Business (County)

Restaurants61
Healthcare108
Retail128
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,682
34% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.7 min
Drive Alone84.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Delmita is $85,000, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $325 (72% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,000
70% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$325
72% below US avg
Rent Burden23.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied48.3%
Housing Units74
Median Year Built1988

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,682
34% above US avg
Effective Rate5.51%
In Delmita, 41.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 34.7% of residents lack health insurance. 12.1% are current smokers. 18.3% report depression. 38.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.9%
31% above US avg
Diabetes16.9%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure34.0%
Asthma8.1%
COPD4.8%
Cancer4.4%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.1%
14% below US avg
Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity38.2%
Depression18.3%
Mental Distress15.9%
Physical Distress15.7%
Short Sleep38.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate68.9%
Uninsured34.7%
303% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,885
Dentists1:6,573
Mental Health1:3,140
Checkup Rate71.3%
Dental Visits49.5%
Premature Death9,793/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment3.0/10
Exercise Access62.4%
Healthcare Facilities108
Delmita has an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.8 inches. The area enjoys 323 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

58°F Jan (15°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average73.4°F
36% above US avg
January Average58°F (15°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.8 inches
48% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation282 ft (86 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.1 km²)
Population Density67/sq mi
Coordinates26.6852°N, 98.4231°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyStarr County County
County FIPS48427
Delmita is located in Starr County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16-point margin. 58.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.8%
D 41.8%

Winner: Republican by 16 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.8%
62% below US avg
High School+54.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density67/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi
CountyStarr County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities108
Restaurants61
Retail Stores128

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.7 min
Drive Alone84.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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