Home Value $65,900

77% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 21.1%

37% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 44.5%

39% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 8.2%

34% lower than US avg

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

People

Population231

Median Age52.6 yrs

Density444/mi²

Male / Female44% / 56%

Largest GroupWhite 62%

Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$48,653

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty8.2%

County GDP$668M

Commute47 min

Housing

Home Value$65,900

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units77

Rent Burden31.1%

Health

Obesity44.5%

Uninsured41.4%

Smoking15.6%

Depression18.4%

Heart Disease8.0%

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain19.5 in/yr

Sunny Days323/yr

Elevation250 ft (76 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+21.1%

High School+87.5%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%

Commute47 min

Broadband90.0%

Libraries1

Is La Minita a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, La Minita receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, long commute times, high obesity rates. La Minita has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in La Minita is $65,900, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

21.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

La Minita has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 89°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

La Minita has a population of 231 with a density of 444 people per square mile. The median age is 52.6 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (61.5%).

Population

231

Total Population

444

People / sq mi

52.6yrs

Median Age

35% above US avg

0.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.2%

Female 55.8%

Race & Ethnicity

La Minita vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	3.2%
	96% below US avg
Spanish	96.8%
	622% above US avg

Social Characteristics

La Minita vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Minita is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes.

Income: La Minita vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$48,653
Avg Weekly Wage	$796
IRS Avg AGI	$37,633

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	8.2%
	34% below US avg
Establishments (County)	166
County GDP	$668M

Business (County)

Restaurants	20
Healthcare	18
Retail	35
Manufacturing	3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,533
	1% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	5.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	46.9 min
Drive Alone	74.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	25.4%

Walkability

The median home value in La Minita is $65,900, 77% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$65,900
	77% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	31.1%

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	100.0%
Housing Units	77
Median Year Built	1993

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,533
	1% above US avg
Effective Rate	5.36%

In La Minita, 44.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 41.4% of residents lack health insurance. 15.6% are current smokers. 18.4% report depression. 43.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	44.5%
	39% above US avg
Diabetes	20.0%
Heart Disease	8.0%
High Blood Pressure	37.4%
Asthma	8.1%
COPD	6.1%
Cancer	4.1%
Stroke	4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.6%
	11% above US avg
Binge Drinking	15.8%
Physical Inactivity	43.7%
Depression	18.4%
Mental Distress	17.1%
Physical Distress	18.2%
Short Sleep	40.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	80.2%
Uninsured	41.4%
	381% above US avg
Dentists	1:6,924
Checkup Rate	69.9%
Dental Visits	42.2%
Premature Death	9,589/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	4.8/10
Exercise Access	31.0%
Healthcare Facilities	18

La Minita has an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 89°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.5 inches. The area enjoys 323 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 89°F Jul (32°C)

Annual Average	76.6°F
	42% above US avg
January Average	60°F (16°C)
July Average	89°F (32°C)
Sunny Days	323 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	19.5 inches
	49% below US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	250 ft (76 m)
Area	0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density	444/sq mi
Coordinates	26.5023°N, 99.0735°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	48505

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 21.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.4-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61%

D 38.5%

Winner: Republican by 22.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	21.1%
	37% below US avg
High School+	87.5%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.10

C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	444/sq mi
Total Area	0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	90.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	18
Restaurants	20
Retail Stores	35

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	46.9 min
Drive Alone	74.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	25.4%

La Minita, TX

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is La Minita a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

La Minita vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

La Minita vs U.S. Average

Income: La Minita 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: La Minita 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

Nearby Cities