Eldorado, TX

Texas

Eldorado is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,793. Residents earn $66,125 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,793 Population 1,290/sq mi density
$66,125 Median Income $27,203 per capita
$97,300 Home Value
$621 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$66,125 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$97,300 home value, $621/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,125
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $97,300
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.9%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $621
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.6%
2% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,793
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density1,290/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 51%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,125
Per Capita$27,203
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty12.6%
County GDP$189M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$97,300
Rent$621
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain21.9 in/yr
Elevation2,437 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.9%
High School+78.4%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute30 min
Libraries1

Is Eldorado a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eldorado receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Eldorado offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Eldorado is $66,125, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. 12.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Eldorado is $97,300, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $621 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Eldorado enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 21.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Eldorado has a population of 1,793 with a density of 1,290 people per square mile. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (51.1%).

Population

1,793
Total Population
1,290
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 52.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Eldorado vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only57.0%
27% below US avg
Spanish43.0%
221% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Eldorado vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eldorado is $66,125, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Eldorado vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,125
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,203
Avg Weekly Wage$1,030
IRS Avg AGI$67,038

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.6%
2% above US avg
Establishments (County)85
County GDP$189M

Business (County)

Healthcare6
Retail6

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.8 min
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Eldorado is $97,300, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $621 (47% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$97,300
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$621
47% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.9%

Property Tax

In Eldorado, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.7% report depression. 30.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma9.1%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity30.2%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.7%
Checkup Rate71.7%
Premature Death4,986/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access81.0%
Healthcare Facilities6

Crime Rates: Eldorado vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Eldorado has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.8°F
18% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.9 inches
42% below US avg
Snowfall1.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,437 ft (743 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density1,290/sq mi
Coordinates30.8617°N, 100.5979°W
County FIPS48413
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.8%
D 17.3%

Winner: Republican by 64.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.9%
47% below US avg
High School+78.4%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,290/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities6
Retail Stores6

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.8 min
Work from Home3.4%

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