Median Income
$24,611
67% lower than US avg
Home Value
$273,700
3% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
5.4%
84% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
64.8%
423% higher than US avg
How El Rito Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population961
Median Age39.9 yrs
Density234/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 11%
Economy
C
Median Income$24,611
Per Capita$20,750
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty64.8%
County GDP$1,379M
Housing
F
Home Value$273,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity39.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.3%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain11.7 in/yr
Elevation6,767 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+5.4%
High School+58.9%
School Score4.65
Community
2024 VoteR 39% / D 59%
CommuteN/A
EV Stations1
Libraries10
Is El Rito a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, El Rito receives an overall livability score of 1.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. El Rito faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in El Rito is $24,611, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 64.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in El Rito is $273,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 11.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Education
5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 58.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Climate & Weather
El Rito experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.7 inches, including 23.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
El Rito has a population of 961 with a density of 234 people per square mile. The median age is 39.9 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (11.1%).
Population
39.9yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 3.7% |
| 95% below US avg |
| Spanish | 96.3% |
| 619% above US avg |
The median household income in El Rito is $24,611, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 64.8% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income
| Median HH Income | $24,611 |
| 67% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $20,750 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $941 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $52,599 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 64.8% |
| 423% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 859 |
| County GDP | $1,379M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 65 |
| Healthcare | 72 |
| Retail | 81 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,640 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.96% |
The median home value in El Rito is $273,700, 3% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $273,700 |
| 3% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $828 |
| 1 Bedroom | $927 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,129 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,496 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,758 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,640 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.96% |
In El Rito, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.3% report depression. 27.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: El Rito vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.1% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.5% |
| Asthma | 9.1% |
| COPD | 4.4% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.6% |
| Depression | 20.3% |
| Mental Distress | 16.0% |
| Physical Distress | 14.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 77.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 66.5% |
| Premature Death | 21,299/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 49.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 72 |
Crime Rates: El Rito vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
El Rito has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
69°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 48.9°F |
| 9% below US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 11.7 inches |
| 69% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 23.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 37.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,767 ft (2,063 m) |
| Area | 4.1 sq mi (10.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 234/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.3326°N, 106.1741°W |
| County FIPS | 35039 |