Home Value $188,200

33% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 25.4%

25% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 43.5%

36% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population177

Median Age40.4 yrs

Density1,770/mi²

Male / Female41% / 59%

Largest GroupWhite 41%

Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$33,125

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$1,559M

Commute45 min

Housing

Home Value$188,200

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units104

Rent Burden33.6%

Health

Obesity43.5%

Uninsured42.1%

Smoking16.2%

Depression20.0%

Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (24°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain22.5 in/yr

Sunny Days312/yr

Elevation156 ft (48 m)

Education

Bachelor's+25.4%

High School+64.9%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%

Commute45 min

Broadband64.0%

Libraries1

Is El Chaparral a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, El Chaparral receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, long commute times, high obesity rates. El Chaparral offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in El Chaparral is $188,200, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 64.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

El Chaparral has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. With 312 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

El Chaparral has a population of 177 with a density of 1,770 people per square mile. The median age is 40.4 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (40.7%).

Population

177

Total Population

1,770

People / sq mi

40.4yrs

Median Age

4% above US avg

0.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.2%

Female 58.8%

Race & Ethnicity

El Chaparral vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Spanish	100.0%
	646% above US avg

Social Characteristics

El Chaparral vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Chaparral is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes.

Income: El Chaparral vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$33,125
Avg Weekly Wage	$765
IRS Avg AGI	$36,816

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	666
County GDP	$1,559M

Business (County)

Restaurants	61
Healthcare	108
Retail	128
Manufacturing	11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,682
	34% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	44.5 min
Drive Alone	44.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	15.2%

Walkability

The median home value in El Chaparral is $188,200, 33% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$188,200
	33% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	33.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	76.6%
Housing Units	104
Median Year Built	1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,682
	34% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.49%

In El Chaparral, 43.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 42.1% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 20.0% report depression. 44.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: El Chaparral vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	43.5%
	36% above US avg
Diabetes	19.0%
Heart Disease	7.4%
High Blood Pressure	35.9%
Asthma	8.9%
COPD	6.2%
Cancer	4.1%
Stroke	4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.2%
	16% above US avg
Binge Drinking	15.2%
Physical Inactivity	44.8%
Depression	20.0%
Mental Distress	18.4%
Physical Distress	18.8%
Short Sleep	41.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	80.4%
Uninsured	42.1%
	390% above US avg
Checkup Rate	70.0%
Dental Visits	38.2%
Premature Death	9,793/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	3.0/10
Exercise Access	62.4%
Healthcare Facilities	108

El Chaparral has an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.5 inches. The area enjoys 312 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

58°F Jan (14°C) 87°F Jul (31°C)

Annual Average	74.4°F
	38% above US avg
January Average	58°F (14°C)
July Average	87°F (31°C)
Sunny Days	312 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	22.5 inches
	41% below US avg
Snowfall	0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	156 ft (48 m)
Area	0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density	1,770/sq mi
Coordinates	26.3488°N, 98.7673°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	48427

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16-point margin. 64.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.8%

D 41.8%

Winner: Republican by 16 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	25.4%
	25% below US avg
High School+	64.9%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.10

B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	1,770/sq mi
Total Area	0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	64.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	108
Restaurants	61
Retail Stores	128

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	44.5 min
Drive Alone	44.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	15.2%

El Chaparral, TX

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

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Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is El Chaparral a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

El Chaparral vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

El Chaparral vs U.S. Average

Income: El Chaparral vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Health Metrics: El Chaparral vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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