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Loma Linda, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Loma Linda is a small town in Texas with a population of 230.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
230 Population 184/sq mi density
$277,900 Home Value
71°F Avg Temperature 300 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $277,900
1% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.7%
39% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
47% lower than US avg

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

People

Population230
Median Age48.2 yrs
Density184/mi²
Male / Female69% / 31%
Largest GroupWhite 26%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$18,246
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$3,781M
Commute44 min

Housing

Home Value$277,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units62
Rent Burden31.0%

Health

Obesity44.7%
Uninsured35.4%
Smoking16.6%
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (21°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain36.4 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation58 ft (18 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+76.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute44 min
Broadband60.0%
Libraries7

Is Loma Linda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Loma Linda receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, long commute times, high obesity rates. Loma Linda stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Loma Linda is $277,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Loma Linda has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Loma Linda has a population of 230 with a density of 184 people per square mile. The median age is 48.2 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (26.1%).

Population

230
Total Population
184
People / sq mi
48.2yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 68.7%
Female 31.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Loma Linda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only10.3%
87% below US avg
Spanish89.7%
569% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Loma Linda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Loma Linda is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes.

Income: Loma Linda vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$18,246
Avg Weekly Wage$1,213
IRS Avg AGI$63,370

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
47% 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
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time44.4 min
Drive Alone14.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Loma Linda is $277,900, 1% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$277,900
1% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden31.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units62
Median Year Built1989

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,590
88% above US avg
Effective Rate2.37%
In Loma Linda, 44.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 35.4% of residents lack health insurance. 16.6% are current smokers. 20.9% report depression. 41.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Loma Linda vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.7%
39% above US avg
Diabetes16.0%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure37.3%
Asthma9.8%
COPD7.5%
Cancer5.5%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.6%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.1%
Physical Inactivity41.5%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress17.6%
Short Sleep44.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.3%
Uninsured35.4%
312% above US avg
Checkup Rate70.8%
Dental Visits39.3%
Premature Death11,605/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access72.6%
Healthcare Facilities112
Loma Linda has an average annual temperature of 71°F (21°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.4 inches. The area enjoys 300 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average70.5°F
31% above US avg
January Average55°F (13°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.4 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation58 ft (18 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density184/sq mi
Coordinates28.0070°N, 97.4994°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48409
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.4-point margin. 60.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.8%
D 31.4%

Winner: Republican by 36.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+76.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density184/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities112
Restaurants185
Retail Stores156

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute44.4 min
Drive Alone14.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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