Ingleside, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Ingleside is a small city in Texas with a population of 9,861. Residents earn $77,650 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
9,861 Population 583/sq mi density
$77,650 Median Income $33,528 per capita
$179,300 Home Value $211,693 Zillow
$1,229 Median Rent
72°F Avg Temperature
281 Violent Crime/100K 2,643 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$77,650 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$179,300 home value, $1,229/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
281 violent crimes/100K (26% below avg)
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,650
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $179,300
36% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 281/100K
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.9%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,229
6% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.0%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population9,861
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density583/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 73%

Economy

A+
Median Income$77,650
Per Capita$33,528
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty6.0%
County GDP$27,852M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$179,300
Rent$1,229
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$211,693

Crime

F
Violent281/100K
Property2,643/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault166/100K
Burglary832/100K

Health

Obesity39.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Elevation15 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.9%
High School+84.5%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 44%
Commute21 min
Libraries10

Is Ingleside a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ingleside receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Ingleside offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ingleside is $77,650, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ingleside is $179,300, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,229 per month. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Ingleside is below the national average at 281 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,643 per 100,000, 35% above the national average.

Education

18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Ingleside has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Ingleside has a population of 9,861 with a density of 583 people per square mile. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.1%), with 2% Black.

Population

9,861
Total Population
583
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
16.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.8%
Female 48.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Ingleside vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.6%
0% below US avg
Spanish21.4%
60% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Ingleside vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ingleside is $77,650, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Ingleside vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,650
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,528
Avg Weekly Wage$1,163
IRS Avg AGI$68,680

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,568
County GDP$27,852M

Business (County)

Restaurants982
Healthcare1,105
Retail1,058
Manufacturing167

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,321
138% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.4 min
Work from Home6.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Ingleside is $179,300, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,229 (6% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $211,693.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$179,300
36% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$211,693

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,229
6% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,233

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,321
138% above US avg
Effective Rate4.64%
In Ingleside, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 30.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure34.3%
Asthma9.6%
COPD5.9%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity30.0%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.2%
Checkup Rate71.5%
Premature Death10,927/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access92.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,105
Ingleside has a violent crime rate of 281 per 100,000 residents, 26% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,643 per 100,000 (35% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent280.9/100K
26% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape62.4/100K
Robbery52.0/100K
Assault166.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,642.5/100K
35% above US avg
Burglary832.3/100K
Theft1,518.9/100K
Vehicle Theft291.3/100K
Arson20.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Ingleside has an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

56°F Jan (14°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average71.9°F
33% above US avg
January Average56°F (14°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.6 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation15 ft (5 m)
Area16.9 sq mi (43.8 km²)
Population Density583/sq mi
Coordinates27.8706°N, 97.2079°W
County FIPS48355
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.3%
D 43.8%

Winner: Republican by 11.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.9%
44% below US avg
High School+84.5%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density583/sq mi
Total Area16.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities1,105
Restaurants982
Retail Stores1,058

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.4 min
Work from Home6.5%

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