Escobares, TX

Texas

Escobares is a small town in Texas with a population of 2,563. Residents earn $29,420 per year, which is 61% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,563 Population 960/sq mi density
$29,420 Median Income $14,968 per capita
$56,700 Home Value
$781 Median Rent
74°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$29,420 median income, 5.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$56,700 home value, $781/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $29,420
61% lower than US avg
Home Value $56,700
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.9%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $781
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.9%
46% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.8%
61% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 41.6%
235% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,563
Median Age30.9 yrs
Density960/mi²
Male / Female46% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 31%

Economy

D
Median Income$29,420
Per Capita$14,968
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty41.6%
County GDP$1,559M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$56,700
Rent$781
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity46.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease8.3%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain22.5 in/yr
Elevation174 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.9%
High School+51.8%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%
Commute25 min
Libraries1

Is Escobares a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Escobares receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Escobares has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Escobares is $29,420, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 41.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Escobares is $56,700, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $781 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 51.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Escobares 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. Annual precipitation totals 22.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Escobares has a population of 2,563 with a density of 960 people per square mile. The median age is 30.9 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (31.2%).

Population

2,563
Total Population
960
People / sq mi
30.9yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.5%
Female 54.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Escobares vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only9.8%
88% below US avg
Spanish90.2%
573% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Escobares vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Escobares is $29,420, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 41.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Escobares vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$29,420
61% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,968
Avg Weekly Wage$765
IRS Avg AGI$36,816

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above US avg
Poverty Rate41.6%
235% 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
Effective Tax Rate8.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.5 min
Work from Home9.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Escobares is $56,700, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $781 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$56,700
80% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$781
33% 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-Occupied66.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,682
34% above US avg
Effective Rate8.26%
In Escobares, 46.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 50.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.9%
46% above US avg
Diabetes21.8%
Heart Disease8.3%
High Blood Pressure38.4%
Asthma9.6%
COPD8.0%
Stroke4.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.8%
Physical Inactivity50.6%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress21.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate57.0%
Checkup Rate70.3%
Premature Death9,793/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment3.0/10
Exercise Access62.4%
Healthcare Facilities108

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Escobares 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. 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)

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation174 ft (53 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (6.9 km²)
Population Density960/sq mi
Coordinates26.4126°N, 98.9600°W
County FIPS48427
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 4.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.8%
D 41.8%

Winner: Republican by 16 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.9%
85% below US avg
High School+51.8%
School Test Score5.10
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density960/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities108
Restaurants61
Retail Stores128

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.5 min
Work from Home9.6%

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