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La Ward, TX

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La Ward is a small town in Texas with a population of 241. Residents earn $60,667 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
241 Population 298/sq mi density
$60,667 Median Income $24,894 per capita
$53,000 Home Value
$867 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
72°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$60,667 median income, 9.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$53,000 home value, $867/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,667
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $53,000
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.3%
93% lower than US avg
Median Rent $867
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.8%
172% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.9%
36% higher than US avg

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

People

Population241
Median Age27.0 yrs
Density298/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$60,667
Per Capita$24,894
Unemployment9.8%
Poverty16.9%
County GDP$772M
Commute56 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$53,000
Rent$867
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units130
Rent Burden17.5%

Health

Obesity37.2%
Uninsured20.3%
Smoking13.4%
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.3%
High School+57.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute56 min
Broadband62.0%
Libraries1

Is La Ward a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, La Ward receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. 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 Ward has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in La Ward is $60,667, 19% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 56 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in La Ward is $53,000, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $867 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 57.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

La Ward has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

La Ward has a population of 241 with a density of 298 people per square mile. The median age is 27.0 years, 31% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.4%).

Population

241
Total Population
298
People / sq mi
27.0yrs
Median Age
31% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

La Ward vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only66.2%
16% below US avg
Spanish33.8%
152% above US avg

Social Characteristics

La Ward vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Ward is $60,667, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 56 minutes.

Income: La Ward vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,667
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,894
Avg Weekly Wage$1,087
IRS Avg AGI$69,795

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.8%
172% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.9%
36% above US avg
Establishments (County)424
County GDP$772M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare19
Retail46
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,790
8% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time56.3 min
Drive Alone78.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in La Ward is $53,000, 81% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $867 (25% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$53,000
81% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$867
25% below US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.8%
Housing Units130
Median Year Built1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,790
8% above US avg
Effective Rate7.15%
In La Ward, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.3% of residents lack health insurance. 13.4% are current smokers. 23.9% report depression. 29.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.6%
Cancer6.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.4%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity29.4%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep39.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate72.4%
Uninsured20.3%
136% above US avg
Primary Care1:7,560
Dentists1:2,524
Mental Health1:3,044
Checkup Rate72.3%
Dental Visits53.2%
Premature Death9,120/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access51.8%
Healthcare Facilities19
La Ward has an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.1 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average71.8°F
33% above US avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.1 inches
13% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density298/sq mi
Coordinates28.8464°N, 96.4649°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48239
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 2.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.8-point margin. 62.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 85.1%
D 14.3%

Winner: Republican by 70.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.3%
93% below US avg
High School+57.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density298/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access62.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants28
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute56.3 min
Drive Alone78.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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