Los Barreras, TX

Texas

Los Barreras is a small town in Texas with a population of 178. Residents earn $16,433 per year, which is 78% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
178 Population 774/sq mi density
$16,433 Median Income $17,067 per capita
$91,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
74°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$16,433 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$91,000 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $16,433
78% lower than US avg
Home Value $91,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.0%
85% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.4%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.8%
92% higher than US avg

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

People

Population178
Median Age71.7 yrs
Density774/mi²
Male / Female32% / 69%
Largest GroupWhite 44%

Economy

C+
Median Income$16,433
Per Capita$17,067
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty23.8%
County GDP$1,559M

Housing

B+
Home Value$91,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.1%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain22.5 in/yr
Elevation181 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.0%
High School+95.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%
CommuteN/A
Libraries1

Is Los Barreras a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Los Barreras receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Los Barreras has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Los Barreras is $16,433, 78% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 23.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Los Barreras is $91,000, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. The price-to-income ratio of 5.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

5.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Los Barreras 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 Barreras has a population of 178 with a density of 774 people per square mile. The median age is 71.7 years, 84% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (44.4%).

Population

178
Total Population
774
People / sq mi
71.7yrs
Median Age
84% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 31.5%
Female 68.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Los Barreras vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only33.0%
58% below US avg
Spanish67.0%
400% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Los Barreras vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Los Barreras is $16,433, which is 78% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.8% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Los Barreras vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$16,433
78% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,067
Avg Weekly Wage$765
IRS Avg AGI$36,816

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.8%
92% 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 Rate5.15%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Los Barreras is $91,000, 68% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$91,000
68% 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-Occupied21.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,682
34% above US avg
Effective Rate5.15%
In Los Barreras, 44.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.1% report depression. 44.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.4%
38% above US avg
Diabetes18.9%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure35.5%
Asthma8.9%
COPD6.0%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.0%
Physical Inactivity44.3%
Depression20.1%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress18.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.8%
Checkup Rate70.9%
Premature Death9,793/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Los Barreras 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

Elevation181 ft (55 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density774/sq mi
Coordinates26.3912°N, 98.9184°W
County FIPS48427
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 5.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.8%
D 41.8%

Winner: Republican by 16 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.0%
85% below US avg
High School+95.0%
School Test Score5.10
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density774/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities108
Restaurants61
Retail Stores128

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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