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La Presa, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

La Presa is a small town in Texas with a population of 210. Residents earn $53,095 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
210 Population 420/sq mi density
$53,095 Median Income $29,828 per capita
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
$53,095 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,095
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.9%
44% higher than US avg

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

People

Population210
Median Age55.1 yrs
Density420/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 38%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$53,095
Per Capita$29,828
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty17.9%
County GDP$16,131M
Commute77 min

Health

Obesity40.8%
Uninsured35.4%
Smoking11.2%
Depression17.7%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain21.4 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation518 ft (158 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+68.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 49%
Commute77 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries5

Is La Presa a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in La Presa is $53,095, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 17.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 77 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

La Presa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 88°F in July. With 312 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

La Presa has a population of 210 with a density of 420 people per square mile. The median age is 55.1 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (37.6%).

Population

210
Total Population
420
People / sq mi
55.1yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.7%
Female 43.3%

Race & Ethnicity

La Presa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

La Presa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Presa is $53,095, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 77 minutes.

Income: La Presa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,095
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,828
Avg Weekly Wage$892
IRS Avg AGI$50,156

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.9%
44% above US avg
Establishments (County)5,996
County GDP$16,131M

Business (County)

Restaurants471
Healthcare545
Retail744
Manufacturing77

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,037
101% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time76.5 min
Drive Alone33.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

In La Presa, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 35.4% of residents lack health insurance. 11.2% are current smokers. 17.7% report depression. 37.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.8%
27% above US avg
Diabetes15.2%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma8.2%
COPD4.0%
Cancer4.1%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.2%
20% below US avg
Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity37.5%
Depression17.7%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress14.8%
Short Sleep39.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate46.4%
Uninsured35.4%
312% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,268
Dentists1:3,114
Mental Health1:1,703
Checkup Rate71.0%
Dental Visits40.4%
Premature Death8,920/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access92.2%
Healthcare Facilities545
La Presa has an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 88°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.4 inches. The area enjoys 312 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

58°F Jan (14°C) 88°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average74.6°F
38% above US avg
January Average58°F (14°C)
July Average88°F (31°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.4 inches
44% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation518 ft (158 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density420/sq mi
Coordinates27.3995°N, 99.4325°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48479
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.2-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.7%
D 48.5%

Winner: Republican by 2.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+68.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density420/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities545
Restaurants471
Retail Stores744

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute76.5 min
Drive Alone33.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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