Los Alvarez, TX

Texas

Los Alvarez is a small town in Texas with a population of 232. Residents earn $11,004 per year, which is 85% below the national average.

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
232 Population 2,578/sq mi density
$11,004 Median Income $7,969 per capita
$113,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
74°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$11,004 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$113,500 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $11,004
85% lower than US avg
Home Value $113,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.5%
87% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.5%
42% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 83.7%
575% higher than US avg

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

People

Population232
Median Age48.4 yrs
Density2,578/mi²
Male / Female17% / 83%
Largest GroupWhite 3%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$11,004
Per Capita$7,969
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty83.7%
County GDP$1,559M
Commute12 min

Housing

F
Home Value$113,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity45.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.1%
Heart Disease8.3%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain22.5 in/yr
Elevation183 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.5%
High School+4.5%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%
Commute12 min
Broadband73.0%
Libraries1

Is Los Alvarez a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Los Alvarez receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Los Alvarez faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Los Alvarez is $11,004, 85% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 83.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Los Alvarez is $113,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. With a home price-to-income ratio of 10.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 4.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Los Alvarez has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Los Alvarez has a population of 232 with a density of 2,578 people per square mile. The median age is 48.4 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (2.6%).

Population

232
Total Population
2,578
People / sq mi
48.4yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 17.2%
Female 82.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Los Alvarez vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only1.7%
98% below US avg
Spanish98.3%
634% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Los Alvarez vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Los Alvarez is $11,004, which is 85% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 83.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Los Alvarez vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$11,004
85% below US avg
Per Capita Income$7,969
Avg Weekly Wage$765
IRS Avg AGI$36,816

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate83.7%
575% above US avg
Establishments (County)666
County GDP$1,559M

Business (County)

Restaurants61
Healthcare108
Retail128
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,682
34% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Los Alvarez is $113,500, 60% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$113,500
60% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,682
34% above US avg
Effective Rate4.13%
In Los Alvarez, 45.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.1% report depression. 48.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Los Alvarez vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.5%
42% above US avg
Diabetes20.8%
Heart Disease8.3%
High Blood Pressure37.3%
Asthma9.4%
COPD7.0%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.9%
Physical Inactivity48.1%
Depression21.1%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress20.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate70.8%
Premature Death9,793/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment3.0/10
Exercise Access62.4%
Healthcare Facilities108

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Los Alvarez has an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

58°F Jan (14°C) 87°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average74.4°F
38% above US avg
January Average58°F (14°C)
July Average87°F (31°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.5 inches
41% below US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation183 ft (56 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density2,578/sq mi
Coordinates26.3859°N, 98.8990°W
County FIPS48427
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16-point margin. 73.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.8%
D 41.8%

Winner: Republican by 16 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.5%
87% below US avg
High School+4.5%
School Test Score5.10
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density2,578/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities108
Restaurants61
Retail Stores128

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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