Texas · Metropolitan Area
La Vernia is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,126. Residents earn $65,417 per year, which is 13% below the national average.
Based on current data, La Vernia receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. La Vernia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in La Vernia is $65,417, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in La Vernia is $240,000, 15% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $940 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Violent crime in La Vernia is below the national average at 165 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,654 per 100,000, near the national average.
18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
La Vernia enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 82.2% |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 17.8% |
| 33% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $65,417 |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $34,080 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $993 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $89,351 |
| Unemployment | 2.1% |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.7% |
| 30% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 918 |
| County GDP | $1,705M |
| Restaurants | 85 |
| Healthcare | 72 |
| Retail | 102 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,262 |
| 107% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.03% |
| Commute Time | 35.7 min |
| Work from Home | 3.4% |
| Census Median | $240,000 |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $481,041 |
| Median List Price | $549,900 |
| Median List Price | $549,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $248 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.0% |
| Price Drops | 14.3% |
| Inventory | 14 |
| Census Median Rent | $940 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
| Owner-Occupied | 56.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,262 |
| 107% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.03% |
| Obesity | 32.7% |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.2% |
| Heart Disease | 4.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.1% |
| Asthma | 9.7% |
| COPD | 4.7% |
| Stroke | 2.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.9% |
| Depression | 22.9% |
| Mental Distress | 17.1% |
| Physical Distress | 11.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 73.3% |
| Premature Death | 8,131/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 65.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 72 |
| Total Violent | 165.4/100K |
| 56% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 165.4/100K |
| Total Property | 1,654.3/100K |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 165.4/100K |
| Theft | 1,488.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 69.6°F |
| 29% above US avg | |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 31.6 inches |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 500 ft (152 m) |
| Area | 2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 471/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.3531°N, 98.1258°W |
| County FIPS | 48493 |
Winner: Republican by 53.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 18.6% |
| 45% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 86.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.10 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 471/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.4 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 72 |
| Restaurants | 85 |
| Retail Stores | 102 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Avg Commute | 35.7 min |
| Work from Home | 3.4% |