Texas
Kingsville is a small city in Texas with a population of 25,061. Residents earn $55,649 per year, which is 26% below the national average.
Based on current data, Kingsville receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Kingsville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Kingsville is $55,649, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 22.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Kingsville is $134,600, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,021 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 725 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,711 per 100,000, 89% above the national average.
22.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Kingsville has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 63.1% |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 36.9% |
| 175% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $55,649 |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,114 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $996 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,998 |
| Unemployment | 5.2% |
| 44% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 22.4% |
| 81% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 631 |
| County GDP | $1,563M |
| Restaurants | 82 |
| Healthcare | 72 |
| Retail | 86 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,955 |
| 99% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.17% |
| Commute Time | 18.3 min |
| Work from Home | 5.5% |
| Census Median | $134,600 |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $146,409 |
| Median List Price | $217,250 |
| Median List Price | $217,250 |
| $/Sq Ft | $109 |
| Homes Sold | 10 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 88.8% |
| Price Drops | 17.5% |
| Inventory | 80 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,021 |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,421 |
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
| Owner-Occupied | 45.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,955 |
| 99% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 5.17% |
| Obesity | 40.6% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 16.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.7% |
| Asthma | 9.2% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 37.0% |
| Depression | 20.9% |
| Mental Distress | 17.8% |
| Physical Distress | 16.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 80.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 72.2% |
| Premature Death | 10,643/100K |
| Food Environment | 4.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 69.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 72 |
| Total Violent | 725.4/100K |
| 91% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 11.4/100K |
| Robbery | 64.6/100K |
| Assault | 649.5/100K |
| Total Property | 3,710.7/100K |
| 89% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 892.6/100K |
| Theft | 2,715.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 102.6/100K |
| Arson | 3.8/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 73.3°F |
| 36% above US avg | |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 86°F (30°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 31.0 inches |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 61 ft (19 m) |
| Area | 13.9 sq mi (35.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,806/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 27.5092°N, 97.8610°W |
| County FIPS | 48273 |
Winner: Republican by 12.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 22.5% |
| 33% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 84.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.10 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,806/sq mi |
| Total Area | 13.9 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 7 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 7 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 72 |
| Restaurants | 82 |
| Retail Stores | 86 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 18.3 min |
| Work from Home | 5.5% |