Home Value $75,700

73% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 7.5%

78% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 42.4%

32% higher than US avg

Unemployment 11.7%

225% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 52.1%

320% higher than US avg

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

People

Population657

Median Age16.4 yrs

Density2,119/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 10%

Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$9,207

Unemployment11.7%

Poverty52.1%

County GDP$2,534M

Commute58 min

Housing

Home Value$75,700

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units292

Rent Burden30.9%

Health

Obesity42.4%

Uninsured33.1%

Smoking11.2%

Depression18.2%

Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain20.8 in/yr

Sunny Days312/yr

Elevation733 ft (223 m)

Education

Bachelor's+7.5%

High School+25.1%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%

Commute58 min

Broadband98.0%

Libraries2

Is Fabrica a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fabrica receives an overall livability score of 1.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Fabrica faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 11.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 52.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 58 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fabrica is $75,700, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 25.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Fabrica enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. With 312 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 20.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Fabrica has a population of 657 with a density of 2,119 people per square mile. The median age is 16.4 years, 58% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (9.9%).

Population

657

Total Population

2,119

People / sq mi

16.4yrs

Median Age

58% below US avg

0.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%

Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Fabrica 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

Fabrica vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fabrica is N/A. The unemployment rate is 11.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 52.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 58 minutes.

Income: Fabrica vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$9,207
Avg Weekly Wage	$834
IRS Avg AGI	$44,398

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	11.7%
	225% above US avg
Poverty Rate	52.1%
	320% above US avg
Establishments (County)	957
County GDP	$2,534M

Business (County)

Restaurants	80
Healthcare	106
Retail	158
Manufacturing	15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,960
	42% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	6.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	58.3 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fabrica is $75,700, 73% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$75,700
	73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft	$109
Homes Sold	1
Sale-to-List Ratio	0.0%
Price Drops	0.0%
Inventory	1

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	30.9%

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	79.6%
Housing Units	292
Median Year Built	1968

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,960
	42% above US avg
Effective Rate	6.55%

In Fabrica, 42.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 33.1% of residents lack health insurance. 11.2% are current smokers. 18.2% report depression. 36.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	42.4%
	32% above US avg
Diabetes	16.2%
Heart Disease	5.8%
High Blood Pressure	33.0%
Asthma	8.2%
COPD	4.4%
Cancer	4.3%
Stroke	3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	11.2%
	20% below US avg
Binge Drinking	16.1%
Physical Inactivity	36.2%
Depression	18.2%
Mental Distress	15.7%
Physical Distress	15.0%
Short Sleep	37.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	74.1%
Uninsured	33.1%
	285% above US avg
Primary Care	1:4,147
Dentists	1:4,449
Mental Health	1:2,751
Checkup Rate	72.1%
Dental Visits	52.1%
Premature Death	10,667/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	4.7/10
Exercise Access	59.8%
Healthcare Facilities	106

Fabrica has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.8 inches. The area enjoys 312 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)

Annual Average	70.2°F
	30% above US avg
January Average	52°F (11°C)
July Average	86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days	312 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	20.8 inches
	45% below US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	733 ft (223 m)
Area	0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density	2,119/sq mi
Coordinates	28.7420°N, 100.4926°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	48323

It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.5-point margin. 98.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59%

D 40.5%

Winner: Republican by 18.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	7.5%
	78% below US avg
High School+	25.1%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.10

D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3	Metro — under 250K
Population Density	2,119/sq mi
Total Area	0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	98.0%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	106
Restaurants	80
Retail Stores	158

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	58.3 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Fabrica, TX

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Fabrica a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Fabrica vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Fabrica vs U.S. Average

Income: Fabrica 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: Fabrica 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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