La Vernia, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Wilson County County
La Vernia, TX
At a Glance
How La Vernia Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows La Vernia's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is La Vernia a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
La Vernia residents earn a median household income of $65,417 , which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,080. The unemployment rate stands at 3.6% (0% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 918 business establishments, including 85 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in La Vernia is $240,000 , 15% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $493,901. Median rent is $940/month, with 40.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1996.
Safety & Crime
La Vernia reports 65 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 83% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,566/100K.
Education
18.6% of adults in La Vernia hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below the national average). 86.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
La Vernia has an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 7.