Bachelor's+ 50.0%

48% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 44.3%

38% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

How Miguel Barrera Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population107

Median Age23.8 yrs

Density5,350/mi²

Male / Female22% / 79%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans77.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$24,545

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$1,559M

Commute17 min

Health

Obesity44.3%

Uninsured40.6%

Smoking15.3%

Depression19.7%

Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (24°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain22.5 in/yr

Sunny Days312/yr

Elevation238 ft (73 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+50.0%

High School+50.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%

Commute17 min

Broadband23.0%

Libraries1

Is Miguel Barrera a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Miguel Barrera receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Miguel Barrera 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 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 50.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 50.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Miguel Barrera 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.

Miguel Barrera has a population of 107 with a density of 5,350 people per square mile, spread across 0.0 square miles. The median age is 23.8 years, 39% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 78.5% female and 21.5% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 0% of residents, while 100% speak Spanish. 77.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 0.0% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 26.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

107

Total Population

5,350

People / sq mi

23.8yrs

Median Age

39% below US avg

0.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 21.5%

Female 78.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Miguel Barrera 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

Miguel Barrera vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Miguel Barrera is N/A. Per capita income is $24,545 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $765, 47% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 666 business establishments, including 61 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Miguel Barrera vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$24,545
Avg Weekly Wage	$765
IRS Avg AGI	$36,816

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below 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)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	17.0 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

In Miguel Barrera, 44.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 19.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.5% of residents, above the national average. 36.3% have high blood pressure. 15.3% are current smokers. 15.0% report binge drinking. 44.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 19.7% report depression. 18.0% experience frequent mental distress. 40.6% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,885. The dentist ratio is 1:6,573. 62.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 3.0 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Miguel Barrera vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	44.3%
	38% above US avg
Diabetes	19.4%
Heart Disease	7.5%
High Blood Pressure	36.3%
Asthma	8.7%
COPD	5.8%
Cancer	4.1%
Stroke	3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.3%
	9% above US avg
Binge Drinking	15.0%
Physical Inactivity	44.1%
Depression	19.7%
Mental Distress	18.0%
Physical Distress	18.3%
Short Sleep	41.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	26.8%
Uninsured	40.6%
	372% above US avg
Primary Care	1:3,885
Dentists	1:6,573
Mental Health	1:3,140
Checkup Rate	70.7%
Dental Visits	40.4%
Premature Death	9,793/100K

Food & Exercise

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

Miguel Barrera has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. The area gets 312 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 22.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 238 feet.

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	238 ft (73 m)
Area	0.0 sq mi (0.1 km²)
Population Density	5,350/sq mi
Coordinates	26.4120°N, 98.9216°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Starr County County
County FIPS	48427

Miguel Barrera is located in Starr County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 50.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 48% above the national average of 33.7%. 50.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 57.8% of the vote, a 16-point margin. 23.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 108 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 100% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.8%

D 41.8%

Winner: Republican by 16 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	50.0%
	48% above US avg
High School+	50.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.10

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	5,350/sq mi
Total Area	0.0 sq mi
County	Starr County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	23.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	108
Restaurants	61
Retail Stores	128

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	17.0 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

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