Texas · Metropolitan Area
Lake Medina Shores is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,198. Residents earn $44,926 per year, which is 40% below the national average.
Based on current data, Lake Medina Shores receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Lake Medina Shores offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Lake Medina Shores is $44,926, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 19.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 63 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Lake Medina Shores is $158,700, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $2,051 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Lake Medina Shores enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 70.5% |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 29.5% |
| 120% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $44,926 |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $22,724 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,203 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $160,820 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 19.9% |
| 60% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,942 |
| County GDP | $3,532M |
| Restaurants | 130 |
| Healthcare | 184 |
| Retail | 175 |
| Manufacturing | 57 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $11,657 |
| 233% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 7.35% |
| Commute Time | 62.7 min |
| Work from Home | 15.4% |
| Census Median | $158,700 |
| 44% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $2,051 |
| 76% above US avg |
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
| Owner-Occupied | 66.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $11,657 |
| 233% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 7.35% |
| Obesity | 35.3% |
| 10% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.6% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.7% |
| Depression | 24.9% |
| Mental Distress | 18.8% |
| Physical Distress | 13.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 78.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 72.2% |
| Premature Death | 5,626/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 78.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 184 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Annual Average | 66.5°F |
| 23% above US avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 37.5 inches |
| 1% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,117 ft (340 m) |
| Area | 3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 388/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.6380°N, 98.9915°W |
| County FIPS | 48259 |
Winner: Republican by 55.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 6.3% |
| 81% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 76.6% |
| School Test Score | 5.10 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 388/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.1 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 184 |
| Restaurants | 130 |
| Retail Stores | 175 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Avg Commute | 62.7 min |
| Work from Home | 15.4% |