Median Income
$56,071
25% lower than US avg
Home Value
$70,000
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
31.0%
8% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$633
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.0%
84% lower than US avg
How Edinburg Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population215
Median Age58.3 yrs
Density672/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans11.2%
Economy
A
Median Income$56,071
Per Capita$37,687
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$1,027M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$70,000
Rent$633
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden13.9%
Health
Obesity36.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp42°F
AQI38 (Good)
Elevation1,191 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+31.0%
High School+97.7%
School Score5.74
Community
2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute23 min
Broadband86.7%
Libraries3
Is Edinburg a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Edinburg receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Edinburg stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Edinburg is $56,071, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Edinburg is $70,000, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $633 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
31.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Edinburg has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Edinburg has a population of 215 with a density of 672 people per square mile. The median age is 58.3 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.5%).
Population
58.3yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.1% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.9% |
| 71% below US avg |
The median household income in Edinburg is $56,071, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $56,071 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $37,687 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,100 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $81,292 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.2% |
| 39% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.0% |
| 84% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 519 |
| County GDP | $1,027M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 26 |
| Healthcare | 35 |
| Retail | 46 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,643 |
| 33% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.63% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 80.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.2% |
The median home value in Edinburg is $70,000, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $633 (46% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $70,000 |
| 75% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $633 |
| 46% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 13.9% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $769 |
| 1 Bedroom | $795 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $965 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,643 |
| 33% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 6.63% |
In Edinburg, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.9% report depression. 22.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Edinburg vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.1% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.5% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 6.2% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 22.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.5% |
| Depression | 21.9% |
| Mental Distress | 15.3% |
| Physical Distress | 11.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.8% |
| Premature Death | 6,772/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 67.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 35 |
Crime Rates: Edinburg vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Edinburg has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
8°F Jan (-14°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 42.0°F |
| 22% below US avg |
| January Average | 8°F (-14°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,191 ft (363 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 672/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.4955°N, 97.8630°W |
| County FIPS | 38099 |