LaCoste, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

LaCoste is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,497. Residents earn $73,289 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,497 Population 2,376/sq mi density
$73,289 Median Income $30,932 per capita
$74,600 Home Value
$1,068 Median Rent
71°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$73,289 median income, 0.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$74,600 home value, $1,068/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,289
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $74,600
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.8%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,068
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.2%
94% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,497
Median Age44.2 yrs
Density2,376/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 60%

Economy

A+
Median Income$73,289
Per Capita$30,932
Unemployment0.2%
Poverty5.3%
County GDP$159,589M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$74,600
Rent$1,068
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain29.6 in/yr
Elevation717 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.8%
High School+89.7%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 54%
Commute28 min
Libraries37

Is LaCoste a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, LaCoste receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. LaCoste offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in LaCoste is $73,289, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.2%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in LaCoste is $74,600, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,068 per month. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

LaCoste has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

LaCoste has a population of 1,497 with a density of 2,376 people per square mile. The median age is 44.2 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (60.3%).

Population

1,497
Total Population
2,376
People / sq mi
44.2yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

LaCoste vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only54.7%
30% below US avg
Spanish45.3%
238% above US avg

Social Characteristics

LaCoste vs U.S. Average

The median household income in LaCoste is $73,289, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: LaCoste vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,289
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,932
Avg Weekly Wage$1,267
IRS Avg AGI$74,535

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.2%
94% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg
Establishments (County)45,524
County GDP$159,589M

Business (County)

Restaurants4,527
Healthcare5,392
Retail5,030
Manufacturing884

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,802
180% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate13.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.3 min
Work from Home14.7%

Walkability

The median home value in LaCoste is $74,600, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,068 (8% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$74,600
74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,068
8% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,802
180% above US avg
Effective Rate13.14%
In LaCoste, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 29.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: LaCoste vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes12.5%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma9.2%
COPD4.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity29.8%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.9%
Checkup Rate72.5%
Premature Death8,758/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access88.5%
Healthcare Facilities5,392

Crime Rates: LaCoste vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)229
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

LaCoste has an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average70.5°F
31% above US avg
January Average54°F (12°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.6 inches
22% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation717 ft (219 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density2,376/sq mi
Coordinates29.3100°N, 98.8111°W
County FIPS48029
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 9.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.6%
D 54.3%

Winner: Democrat by 9.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.8%
56% below US avg
High School+89.7%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,376/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries37
Healthcare Facilities5,392
Restaurants4,527
Retail Stores5,030

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)229
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.3 min
Work from Home14.7%

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