Los Fresnos, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Los Fresnos is a small town in Texas with a population of 196.

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
196 Population 45/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $16,978 per capita
N/A Home Value $212,493 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
75°F Avg Temperature
302 Violent Crime/100K 2,020 property/100K
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
302 violent crimes/100K (20% below avg)
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Violent Crime 302/100K
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.8%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population196
Median Age33.2 yrs
Density45/mi²
Male / Female65% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 30%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$16,978
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$17,387M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$212,493

Crime

F
Violent302/100K
Property2,020/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault286/100K
Burglary382/100K

Health

Obesity41.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.8%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain23.3 in/yr
Elevation25 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+57.8%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 47%
CommuteN/A
Libraries9

Is Los Fresnos a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Los Fresnos receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Los Fresnos has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Los Fresnos is below the national average at 302 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,020 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 57.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Los Fresnos has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Los Fresnos has a population of 196 with a density of 45 people per square mile. The median age is 33.2 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (30.1%).

Population

196
Total Population
45
People / sq mi
33.2yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
4.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64.8%
Female 35.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Los Fresnos vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only32.2%
59% below US avg
Spanish67.8%
406% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Los Fresnos vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Los Fresnos is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Los Fresnos vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$16,978
Avg Weekly Wage$857
IRS Avg AGI$48,428

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,200
County GDP$17,387M

Business (County)

Restaurants815
Healthcare1,060
Retail1,030
Manufacturing186

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,394
83% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $212,493.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$212,493
Median List Price$205,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$205,000
$/Sq Ft$159
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops44.4%
Inventory9

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-Occupied70.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,394
83% above US avg
In Los Fresnos, 41.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.8% report depression. 37.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.8%
30% above US avg
Diabetes17.9%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma9.0%
COPD6.1%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity37.6%
Depression19.8%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress16.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.8%
Checkup Rate71.2%
Premature Death9,065/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.8/10
Exercise Access74.5%
Healthcare Facilities1,060
Los Fresnos has a violent crime rate of 302 per 100,000 residents, 20% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,020 per 100,000 (3% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent302.2/100K
20% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape15.9/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault286.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,019.7/100K
3% above US avg
Burglary381.7/100K
Theft1,622.1/100K
Vehicle Theft15.9/100K
Arson15.9/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Los Fresnos has an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average74.8°F
39% above US avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.3 inches
39% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation25 ft (8 m)
Area4.4 sq mi (11.4 km²)
Population Density45/sq mi
Coordinates26.0741°N, 97.4880°W
County FIPS48061
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 5.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.5%
D 46.7%

Winner: Republican by 5.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+57.8%
School Test Score5.10
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density45/sq mi
Total Area4.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities1,060
Restaurants815
Retail Stores1,030

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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