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El Rancho Vela, TX

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El Rancho Vela is a small town in Texas with a population of 587. Residents earn $49,200 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
587 Population 4,515/sq mi density
$49,200 Median Income $24,179 per capita
$139,600 Home Value
74°F Avg Temperature 312 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$49,200 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$139,600 home value
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,200
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $139,600
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.9%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.8%
59% higher than US avg

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

People

Population587
Median Age29.7 yrs
Density4,515/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans1.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,200
Per Capita$24,179
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty19.8%
County GDP$1,559M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$139,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units219
Rent Burden33.6%

Health

Obesity42.9%
Uninsured42.4%
Smoking15.6%
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (24°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain22.5 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation275 ft (84 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+78.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%
Commute21 min
Broadband81.6%
Libraries1

Is El Rancho Vela a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, El Rancho Vela receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. 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. El Rancho Vela stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in El Rancho Vela is $49,200, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 19.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in El Rancho Vela is $139,600, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

El Rancho Vela 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 Rancho Vela has a population of 587 with a density of 4,515 people per square mile. The median age is 29.7 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.6%).

Population

587
Total Population
4,515
People / sq mi
29.7yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.7%
Female 58.3%

Race & Ethnicity

El Rancho Vela vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only53.4%
32% below US avg
Spanish46.6%
248% above US avg

Social Characteristics

El Rancho Vela vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Rancho Vela is $49,200, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: El Rancho Vela vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,200
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,179
Avg Weekly Wage$765
IRS Avg AGI$36,816

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.8%
59% 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 Rate3.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.5 min
Drive Alone91.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in El Rancho Vela is $139,600, 50% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$139,600
50% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden33.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.5%
Housing Units219
Median Year Built1996

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,682
34% above US avg
Effective Rate3.35%
In El Rancho Vela, 42.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 42.4% of residents lack health insurance. 15.6% are current smokers. 20.4% report depression. 43.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.9%
34% above US avg
Diabetes17.9%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma9.0%
COPD5.8%
Cancer3.5%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.6%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.1%
Physical Inactivity43.7%
Depression20.4%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress18.2%
Short Sleep40.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate56.1%
Uninsured42.4%
393% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,885
Dentists1:6,573
Mental Health1:3,140
Checkup Rate67.6%
Dental Visits34.4%
Premature Death9,793/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment3.0/10
Exercise Access62.4%
Healthcare Facilities108
El Rancho Vela 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 Average74.4°F
38% above US avg
January Average58°F (14°C)
July Average87°F (31°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.5 inches
41% below US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation275 ft (84 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density4,515/sq mi
Coordinates26.4038°N, 98.7690°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48427
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 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 16-point margin. 81.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.8%
D 41.8%

Winner: Republican by 16 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+78.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density4,515/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.6%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities108
Restaurants61
Retail Stores128

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.5 min
Drive Alone91.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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