Home Value $88,000

69% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 26.6%

21% lower than US avg

Median Rent $680

42% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 43.7%

36% higher than US avg

Unemployment 8.9%

147% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 43.0%

247% higher than US avg

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

People

Population718

Median Age17.8 yrs

Density2,244/mi²

Male / Female47% / 53%

Largest GroupWhite 46%

Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$21,799

Unemployment8.9%

Poverty43.0%

County GDP$1,559M

Commute10 min

Housing

Home Value$88,000

Rent$680

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units192

Rent Burden9.0%

Health

Obesity43.7%

Uninsured42.2%

Smoking15.6%

Depression21.4%

Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (24°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain22.5 in/yr

Sunny Days312/yr

Elevation158 ft (48 m)

Education

Bachelor's+26.6%

High School+39.4%

Graduate+17.3%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%

Commute10 min

Broadband91.0%

Libraries1

Is La Puerta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, La Puerta receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. La Puerta offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

At 8.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 43.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in La Puerta is $88,000, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $680 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

26.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 39.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

La Puerta has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 58°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 22.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

La Puerta has a population of 718 with a density of 2,244 people per square mile. The median age is 17.8 years, 54% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (45.5%).

Population

718

Total Population

2,244

People / sq mi

17.8yrs

Median Age

54% below US avg

0.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%

Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

La Puerta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Spanish	100.0%
	646% above US avg

Social Characteristics

La Puerta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Puerta is N/A. The unemployment rate is 8.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 43.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes.

Income: La Puerta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$21,799
Avg Weekly Wage	$765
IRS Avg AGI	$36,816

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	8.9%
	147% above US avg
Poverty Rate	43.0%
	247% above US avg
Establishments (County)	666
County GDP	$1,559M

Business (County)

Restaurants	61
Healthcare	108
Retail	128
Manufacturing	11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,682
	34% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	5.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	9.6 min
Drive Alone	70.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in La Puerta is $88,000, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $680 (42% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$88,000
	69% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$680
	42% below US avg
Rent Burden	9.0%

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	9.0%
Housing Units	192
Median Year Built	1987

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,682
	34% above US avg
Effective Rate	5.32%

In La Puerta, 43.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 42.2% of residents lack health insurance. 15.6% are current smokers. 21.4% report depression. 45.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	43.7%
	36% above US avg
Diabetes	18.5%
Heart Disease	6.8%
High Blood Pressure	34.8%
Asthma	9.6%
COPD	6.3%
Cancer	4.1%
Stroke	3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.6%
	11% above US avg
Binge Drinking	14.0%
Physical Inactivity	45.8%
Depression	21.4%
Mental Distress	19.2%
Physical Distress	19.1%
Short Sleep	40.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	49.3%
Uninsured	42.2%
	391% above US avg
Checkup Rate	71.2%
Dental Visits	38.6%
Premature Death	9,793/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	3.0/10
Exercise Access	62.4%
Healthcare Facilities	108

La Puerta has an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.5 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) 87°F Jul (31°C)

Annual Average	74.4°F
	38% above US avg
January Average	58°F (14°C)
July Average	87°F (31°C)
Sunny Days	312 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	22.5 inches
	41% below US avg
Snowfall	0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	158 ft (48 m)
Area	0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density	2,244/sq mi
Coordinates	26.3468°N, 98.7506°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	48427

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 26.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.8%

D 41.8%

Winner: Republican by 16 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	26.6%
	21% below US avg
High School+	39.4%
Graduate Degree+	17.3%
School Test Score	5.10

B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	2,244/sq mi
Total Area	0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	91.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	108
Restaurants	61
Retail Stores	128

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	9.6 min
Drive Alone	70.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	6.8%

La Puerta, TX

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is La Puerta a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

La Puerta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

La Puerta vs U.S. Average

Income: La Puerta 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 Puerta 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

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