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La Coma Heights, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

La Coma Heights is a small town in Texas with a population of 122. Residents earn $41,813 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
122 Population 124/sq mi density
$41,813 Median Income $12,646 per capita
$78,200 Home Value
75°F Avg Temperature 312 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$41,813 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$78,200 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,813
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $78,200
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.9%
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.5%
42% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.8%
19% higher than US avg

How La Coma Heights Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population122
Median Age50.2 yrs
Density124/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 28%
Veterans97.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$41,813
Per Capita$12,646
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.8%
County GDP$31,357M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$78,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units68
Rent Burden30.8%

Health

Obesity45.5%
Uninsured46.2%
Smoking18.1%
Depression21.1%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain24.1 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation64 ft (20 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.9%
High School+38.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute34 min
Broadband39.0%
Libraries16

Is La Coma Heights a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, La Coma Heights receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. La Coma Heights offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in La Coma Heights is $41,813, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in La Coma Heights is $78,200, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x 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%. 38.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

La Coma Heights has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. With 312 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

La Coma Heights has a population of 122 with a density of 124 people per square mile. The median age is 50.2 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (27.9%).

Population

122
Total Population
124
People / sq mi
50.2yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.1%
Female 45.9%

Race & Ethnicity

La Coma Heights vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish100.0%
646% above US avg

Social Characteristics

La Coma Heights vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Coma Heights is $41,813, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: La Coma Heights vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,813
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$12,646
Avg Weekly Wage$825
IRS Avg AGI$47,556

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.8%
19% above US avg
Establishments (County)14,062
County GDP$31,357M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,288
Healthcare2,330
Retail2,150
Manufacturing302

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,938
98% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in La Coma Heights is $78,200, 72% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$78,200
72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units68
Median Year Built2000

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,938
98% above US avg
Effective Rate8.87%
In La Coma Heights, 45.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 46.2% of residents lack health insurance. 18.1% are current smokers. 21.1% report depression. 42.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: La Coma Heights vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.5%
42% above US avg
Diabetes18.1%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma8.9%
COPD6.8%
Cancer3.1%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.1%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.6%
Physical Inactivity42.6%
Depression21.1%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress18.8%
Short Sleep40.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate38.4%
Uninsured46.2%
437% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,158
Dentists1:3,219
Mental Health1:1,097
Checkup Rate63.9%
Dental Visits28.5%
Premature Death8,263/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.4/10
Exercise Access63.7%
Healthcare Facilities2,330
La Coma Heights has an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.1 inches. The area enjoys 312 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

60°F Jan (15°C) 87°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average75.0°F
39% above US avg
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.1 inches
37% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation64 ft (20 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density124/sq mi
Coordinates26.4393°N, 98.0747°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48215
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 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 2.9-point margin. 39.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51%
D 48.1%

Winner: Republican by 2.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.9%
47% below US avg
High School+38.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density124/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access39.0%
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities2,330
Restaurants1,288
Retail Stores2,150

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)70
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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