Home Value $110,400

61% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 43.0%

34% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 16.4%

33% higher than US avg

How Manuel Garcia Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population207

Median Age49.2 yrs

Density5,175/mi²

Male / Female37% / 63%

Largest GroupWhite 0%

Veterans57.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$32,842

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty16.4%

County GDP$1,559M

Commute16 min

Housing

Home Value$110,400

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units50

Rent Burden33.6%

Health

Obesity43.0%

Uninsured43.6%

Smoking16.2%

Depression20.1%

Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (24°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain22.5 in/yr

Sunny Days312/yr

Elevation155 ft (47 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+65.6%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%

Commute16 min

Broadband91.0%

Libraries1

Is Manuel Garcia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Manuel Garcia receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Manuel Garcia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 16.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Manuel Garcia is $110,400, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Manuel Garcia 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. With 312 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Manuel Garcia has a population of 207 with a density of 5,175 people per square mile. The median age is 49.2 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (0%).

Population

207

Total Population

5,175

People / sq mi

49.2yrs

Median Age

26% above US avg

0.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36.7%

Female 63.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Manuel Garcia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Spanish	100.0%
	646% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Manuel Garcia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Manuel Garcia is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Manuel Garcia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$32,842
Avg Weekly Wage	$765
IRS Avg AGI	$36,816

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	16.4%
	33% above US avg
Establishments (County)	666
County GDP	$1,559M

Business (County)

Restaurants	61
Healthcare	108
Retail	128
Manufacturing	11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,682
	34% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	4.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	16.1 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Manuel Garcia is $110,400, 61% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$110,400
	61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	33.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	50

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,682
	34% above US avg
Effective Rate	4.24%

In Manuel Garcia, 43.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 43.6% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 20.1% report depression. 43.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Manuel Garcia vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	43.0%
	34% above US avg
Diabetes	17.7%
Heart Disease	5.8%
High Blood Pressure	32.9%
Asthma	8.9%
COPD	6.0%
Cancer	3.4%
Stroke	3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.2%
	16% above US avg
Binge Drinking	14.5%
Physical Inactivity	43.3%
Depression	20.1%
Mental Distress	18.3%
Physical Distress	18.3%
Short Sleep	41.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	43.6%
	407% above US avg
Primary Care	1:3,885
Dentists	1:6,573
Mental Health	1:3,140
Checkup Rate	66.2%
Dental Visits	30.1%
Premature Death	9,793/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	3.0/10
Exercise Access	62.4%
Healthcare Facilities	108

Manuel Garcia 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. The area enjoys 312 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

58°F Jan (14°C) 87°F Jul (31°C)

Annual Average	74.4°F
	38% above US avg
January Average	58°F (14°C)
July Average	87°F (31°C)
Sunny Days	312 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	22.5 inches
	41% below US avg
Snowfall	0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	155 ft (47 m)
Area	0.0 sq mi (0.1 km²)
Population Density	5,175/sq mi
Coordinates	26.3337°N, 98.7016°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Starr County County
County FIPS	48427

Manuel Garcia is located in Starr County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 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 16-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.8%

D 41.8%

Winner: Republican by 16 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	65.6%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.10

B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	5,175/sq mi
Total Area	0.0 sq mi
County	Starr County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	91.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	108
Restaurants	61
Retail Stores	128

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	16.1 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Manuel Garcia, TX

How Manuel Garcia Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

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Economy

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Health

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Is Manuel Garcia a Good Place to Live?

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Race & Ethnicity

Manuel Garcia vs U.S. Average

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Social Characteristics

Manuel Garcia vs U.S. Average

Income: Manuel Garcia vs U.S.

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Tax & Cost of Living

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HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Manuel Garcia vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

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Temperature

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Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

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