Lakeside town (San Patricio County), TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Lakeside town (San Patricio County) is a small town in Texas with a population of 337. Residents earn $47,917 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
337 Population 887/sq mi density
$47,917 Median Income $29,932 per capita
$139,700 Home Value
$1,705 Median Rent
71°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$47,917 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$139,700 home value, $1,705/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,917
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $139,700
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.1%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,705
47% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.1%
10% lower than US avg

How Lakeside town (San Patricio County) Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population337
Median Age49.6 yrs
Density887/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 62%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,917
Per Capita$29,932
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.1%
County GDP$3,781M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$139,700
Rent$1,705
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp71°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain27.5 in/yr
Elevation118 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.1%
High School+93.2%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute27 min
Libraries7

Is Lakeside town (San Patricio County) a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lakeside town (San Patricio County) receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Lakeside town (San Patricio County) offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lakeside town (San Patricio County) is $47,917, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lakeside town (San Patricio County) is $139,700, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,705 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Lakeside town (San Patricio County) has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Lakeside town (San Patricio County) has a population of 337 with a density of 887 people per square mile. The median age is 49.6 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (62.3%), with 1.8% Hispanic.

Population

337
Total Population
887
People / sq mi
49.6yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Lakeside town (San Patricio County) vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.0%
7% above US avg
Spanish16.0%
19% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Lakeside town (San Patricio County) vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lakeside town (San Patricio County) is $47,917, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Lakeside town (San Patricio County) vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,917
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,932
Avg Weekly Wage$1,213
IRS Avg AGI$63,370

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.1%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,217
County GDP$3,781M

Business (County)

Restaurants185
Healthcare112
Retail156
Manufacturing40

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,590
88% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.3 min
Work from Home7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Lakeside town (San Patricio County) is $139,700, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,705 (47% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$139,700
50% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,705
47% above 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-Occupied89.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,590
88% above US avg
Effective Rate4.72%

Health Metrics: Lakeside town (San Patricio County) vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.9%
Premature Death11,605/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access72.6%
Healthcare Facilities112

Crime Rates: Lakeside town (San Patricio County) vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Lakeside town (San Patricio County) has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average71.1°F
32% above US avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.5 inches
28% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density887/sq mi
Coordinates28.1031°N, 97.8611°W
County FIPS48409
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.8%
D 31.4%

Winner: Republican by 36.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.1%
52% below US avg
High School+93.2%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density887/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities112
Restaurants185
Retail Stores156

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.3 min
Work from Home7.1%

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