Muniz, TX

Texas · Hidalgo County · McAllen-Edinburg-Mission Metro

Muniz is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,184. Residents earn $98,587 per year, which is 31% above the national average.

2.8 /5.0

C+ Fair

1,184 Population 1,117/sq mi density

$98,587 Median Income $16,919 per capita

$97,800 Home Value $142,873 Zillow

75°F Avg Temperature 312 sunny days/yr

761 Violent Crime/100K 6,529 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.8 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

B+

Economy

3.8 / 5.0

$98,587 median income, 3.4% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$97,800 home value

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

761 violent crimes/100K (100% above avg)

Education

1.3 / 5.0

4.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $98,587

31% higher than US avg

Home Value $97,800

65% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 761/100K

100% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 4.0%

88% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 52.2%

63% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.4%

6% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 25.9%

109% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,184

Median Age24.6 yrs

Density1,117/mi²

Male / Female45% / 55%

Largest GroupWhite 35%

Veterans0.0%

Economy

B+

Median Income$98,587

Per Capita$16,919

Unemployment3.4%

Poverty25.9%

County GDP$31,357M

Commute23 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$97,800

RentN/A

Ownership89.2%

Zillow$142,873

Housing Units338

Rent Burden30.8%

Crime

Violent761/100K

Property6,529/100K

Health

Obesity52.2%

Uninsured50.6%

Smoking21.5%

Depression22.0%

Heart Disease9.5%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain24.1 in/yr

Sunny Days312/yr

Elevation87 ft (27 m)

Education

Bachelor's+4.0%

High School+68.6%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score4.97

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%

Commute23 min

Broadband70.3%

EV Stations1

Libraries16

Is Muniz a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Muniz receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Muniz has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Muniz is $98,587, which is significantly higher than the national average / 31% above $75,149. This places Muniz among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 25.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Muniz is $97,800, 65% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 761 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,529 per 100,000, 233% above the national average.

Education

4.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5/10.

Climate & Weather

Muniz has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 60°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 24.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Muniz has a population of 1,184 with a density of 1,117 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age is 24.6 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.9% female and 45.1% male. The city is predominantly White (35.4%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 11.3% of residents, while 88.7% speak Spanish. 0.0% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 5.8% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 74.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,184

Total Population

1,117

People / sq mi

24.6yrs

Median Age

37% below US avg

1.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.1%

Female 54.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Muniz vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 11.3%

86% below US avg

Spanish 88.7%

562% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Muniz vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Muniz is $98,587, which is 31% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $16,919 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $825, 42% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.9% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 14,062 business establishments, including 1,288 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes. 29.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Muniz vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$98,587
	31% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$16,919
Avg Weekly Wage	$825
IRS Avg AGI	$47,556
Gini Index	0.478 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.4%
	6% below US avg
Poverty Rate	25.9%
	109% above US avg
Establishments (County)	14,062
County GDP	$31,357M

Business (County)

Restaurants	1,288
Healthcare	2,330
Retail	2,150
Manufacturing	302

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,938
	98% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	7.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	23.4 min
Drive Alone	50.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	29.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Muniz is $97,800, 65% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $142,873, higher than the Census estimate. Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. 89.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 338 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 2012. The average annual property tax is $6,938 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 30.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$97,800
	65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$142,873

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	30.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	89.2%
Owner-Occupied	89.2%
Renter-Occupied	10.8%
Housing Units	338
Median Year Built	2012

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,938
	98% above US avg
Effective Rate	7.09%

In Muniz, 52.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 24.5% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 9.5% of residents, above the national average. 40.4% have high blood pressure. 21.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 14.4% report binge drinking. 51.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 22.0% report depression. 21.5% experience frequent mental distress. 50.6% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,158. The dentist ratio is 1:3,219. 63.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 4.4 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Muniz vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	52.2%
	63% above US avg
Diabetes	24.5%
Heart Disease	9.5%
High Blood Pressure	40.4%
Asthma	9.6%
COPD	9.6%
Cancer	4.0%
Stroke	5.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	21.5%
	54% above US avg
Binge Drinking	14.4%
Physical Inactivity	51.7%
Depression	22.0%
Mental Distress	21.5%
Physical Distress	23.1%
Short Sleep	43.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	74.7%
Uninsured	50.6%
	488% above US avg
Primary Care	1:2,158
Dentists	1:3,219
Mental Health	1:1,097
Checkup Rate	70.9%
Dental Visits	32.7%
Premature Death	8,263/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	4.4/10
Exercise Access	63.7%
Healthcare Facilities	2,330

Muniz has a violent crime rate of 761 per 100,000 residents, 100% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 6,529 per 100,000, 233% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 70 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Muniz receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	761.0/100K
	100% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	6,528.8/100K
	233% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	70
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters	91

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Muniz has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 60°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 24.1 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 87 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (15°C) 87°F Jul (30°C)

Annual Average	75.0°F
	39% above US avg
January Average	60°F (15°C)
July Average	87°F (30°C)
Sunny Days	312 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	87 ft (27 m)
Area	1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density	1,117/sq mi
Coordinates	26.2578°N, 98.0897°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Hidalgo County County
Nearest Airport	Mc Allen International (MFE) 8 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.1"

37% below US avg

Wettest Month (Sep) 4.41"

Driest Month (Mar) 0.63"

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0324 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	9.0 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively High
Risk Score	99.0 / 100
Social Vulnerability	92.7 / 100
Community Resilience	0.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively High
Hurricane	Very High
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Relatively Low
Flood	Relatively High
Hail	Very High
Strong Wind	Relatively High
Heat Wave	Relatively High
Winter Weather	Relatively High
Lightning	Relatively High
Ice Storm	Very High
Drought	Relatively High
Cold Wave	Very High
Landslide	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M3.9 on Mar 5, 2014.

Jan 19, 2014	12 km SSW of China, Mexico	M4.1	141 km
Feb 11, 2014	31 km SSE of China, Mexico	M4.0	139 km
Mar 2, 2014	15 km SW of China, Mexico	M4.0	145 km
Mar 5, 2014	18 km SSW of China, Mexico	M3.9	143 km
Nov 26, 2013	22 km S of China, Mexico	M3.6	142 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

13 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Beryl (2024, Cat 1).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2024	Beryl	Category 1	278 km
2021	Nicholas	Category 1	269 km
2020	Hanna	Category 1	39 km
2017	Harvey	Category 4	201 km
2010	Alex	Category 2	230 km
2008	Dolly	Category 2	40 km
2005	Emily	Category 3	151 km
2003	Claudette	Category 1	286 km
2003	Erika	Category 1	127 km
1999	Bret	Category 4	81 km
1988	Gilbert	Category 4	198 km
1983	Barry	Category 1	112 km
1980	Allen	Category 5	49 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

130 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 1 fatality, 39 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Mar 15, 1983	EF3	33 km	0
May 12, 1969	EF3	52 km	0
May 12, 1969	EF3	41 km	0
Apr 19, 1965	EF3	55 km	0
May 5, 1991	EF2	49 km	0
Aug 9, 1980	EF2	63 km	0
May 24, 1970	EF2	42 km	0
May 12, 1969	EF2	74 km	0
Apr 26, 1967	EF2	39 km	0
Jun 1, 1962	EF2	39 km	0
Jan 26, 1950	EF2	69 km	0
May 13, 2023	EF1	85 km	1
Oct 30, 2015	EF1	43 km	0
Jun 30, 2011	EF1	19 km	0
Jul 16, 2007	EF1	15 km	0
Apr 30, 2003	EF1	36 km	0
May 21, 2001	EF1	23 km	0
May 21, 2001	EF1	24 km	0
Apr 4, 1997	EF1	70 km	0
Jun 14, 1994	EF1	40 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BURNS RANCH FIRE (58,395 ac, 2008).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2008	BURNS RANCH FIRE	58,395	51 km
2022	HAYFIELD SOUTH	11,038	68 km
2021	KING	9,793	71 km
2022	VIB	7,817	74 km
2017	HOPPER	7,150	93 km
2022	BLANKET	5,823	93 km
2022	POLO	5,571	72 km
2008	ENCINO	3,979	70 km
2021	NORTH JONES	3,541	90 km
2008	UNNAMED	3,389	88 km
2011	KING RANCH	3,075	61 km
2008	JONES RANCH	2,998	89 km
2005	2686	2,979	95 km
2009	HOPPER	2,929	91 km
2009	SAN CARLOS	2,849	78 km
2021	JONES	2,178	84 km
2010	ENCINITOS RANCH	1,967	63 km
2022	755	1,846	73 km
2011	ENCINITOS	1,748	63 km
2022	DEER	1,657	84 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	60°F (15°C)	1.4 in	Coldest
February	62°F (17°C)	1.4 in
March	69°F (21°C)	0.6 in	Driest
April	75°F (24°C)	1.3 in
May	80°F (27°C)	3.0 in
June	84°F (29°C)	2.8 in
July	87°F (30°C)	2.0 in	Warmest
August	85°F (30°C)	2.3 in
September	82°F (28°C)	4.4 in	Wettest
October	75°F (24°C)	2.2 in
November	67°F (20°C)	1.2 in
December	61°F (16°C)	1.2 in

Muniz has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 60°F in January to 87°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.4") and March the driest (0.6").

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Muniz is located in Hidalgo County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 4.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 88% below the national average of 33.7%. 68.6% 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 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 51% of the vote, a 2.9-point margin. 70.3% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 16 public libraries serving the community. 2,330 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 50.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51%

D 48.1%

Winner: Republican by 2.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	70
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	4.0%
	88% below US avg
High School+	68.6%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	4.97

F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	1,117/sq mi
Total Area	1.1 sq mi
County	Hidalgo County County

Services

Broadband Access	70.3%
Avg Download Speed	123.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	15.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	1
Public Libraries	16
Healthcare Facilities	2,330
Restaurants	1,288
Retail Stores	2,150

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	23.4 min
Drive Alone	50.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	29.4%

Average costs for common services in Muniz. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$243 ($146–$388)
Specialist Visit	$340 ($194–$534)
Urgent Care Visit	$194 ($97–$340)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,136 ($777–$4,855)
Dental Cleaning	$126 ($73–$194)
Dental Filling	$243 ($146–$388)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$44 ($24–$73)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$73 ($49–$117)
Brake Pad Replacement	$291 ($146–$486)
Tire Rotation	$39 ($19–$73)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$583 ($388–$971)
Battery Replacement	$194 ($97–$340)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$97 ($58–$146)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$87 ($49–$136)
HVAC Repair	$388 ($146–$777)
HVAC System Install	$6,797 ($3,884–$11,652)
Roof Repair	$971 ($388–$1,942)
Roof Replacement	$8,739 ($5,341–$14,565)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,457 ($486–$3,399)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,565 ($4,855–$29,130)
DUI Defense	$4,855 ($1,942–$9,710)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,457 ($777–$2,913)
Will Preparation	$486 ($194–$971)
Trust Preparation	$2,428 ($971–$4,855)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut	$53 ($29–$97)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$146 ($73–$243)
Manicure	$24 ($15–$44)
Pedicure	$39 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour)	$78 ($49–$126)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.98 ($2.91–$5.34)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.40 ($2.43–$4.86)
Loaf of Bread	$3.69 ($2.43–$5.34)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.37 ($2.91–$6.31)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.34 ($3.88–$7.28)
Rice (per lb)	$0.97 ($0.58–$1.75)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$136 ($78–$243)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$68 ($29–$146)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$68 ($39–$117)
Internet (Monthly)	$68 ($39–$97)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$63 ($29–$97)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$83 ($49–$146)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$194 ($73–$486)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,942 ($1,165–$3,399)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$68 ($29–$126)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$15 ($7.77–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$97 ($29–$243)
Driver's License Renewal	$29 ($15–$73)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,165 ($583–$2,428)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$971 ($486–$1,942)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$388 ($194–$680)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$49 ($24–$97)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$971 ($388–$2,428)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,138 ($4,855–$29,130)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$58 ($29–$97)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$97 ($49–$194)
Dog Grooming	$58 ($29–$97)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$39 ($19–$73)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$291 ($146–$486)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$194 ($97–$388)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$624
Toddler	$589
Preschool	$576
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$567
Toddler	$546
Preschool	$537

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Hidalgo County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	82,594	2,449	$34,167	1.97
Retail Trade	37,013	2,149	$35,093	1.27
Accommodation & Food Services	27,456	1,348	$20,576	1.03
Administrative & Waste Services	15,838	518	$40,470	0.92
Wholesale Trade	8,825	969	$60,277	0.77
Construction	8,411	830	$53,038	0.55
Transportation & Warehousing	8,387	696	$51,920	0.68
Professional & Technical Services	7,370	1,272	$58,303	0.36
Manufacturing	6,884	365	$53,320	0.29
Finance & Insurance	6,441	876	$58,974	0.54
Educational Services	5,341	140	$50,487	0.88
Other Services	4,970	710	$37,721	0.57
Information & Technology	2,827	116	$53,056	0.52
Real Estate	2,683	616	$49,622	0.59
Arts & Entertainment	2,332	150	$25,540	0.48
Agriculture & Forestry	2,154	221	$40,759	0.91
Management of Companies	1,594	54	$59,789	0.32
Utilities	877	38	$83,523	0.79
Mining & Oil/Gas	781	64	$105,305	0.71
Unclassified	202	113	$36,262	0.50

Radio Stations near Muniz

11 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
ARROBA FM 95.3 (Reynosa) - 95.3 FM - XHRT-FM - Radiorama Tamaulipas - Reynosa, Tamaulipas (MX)	95.3 fm, @fm	MP3
DIGITAL 101.5 (Reynosa) - 101.5 FM - XHAVO-FM - Radio United - Reynosa, Tamaulipas (MX)	101.5 fm, américa	AAC+ 64 kbps
Puro Texas Conjunto Radio	conjuntos	MP3 128 kbps
La Lupe (Reynosa) - 89.1 FM - XHCAO-FM - Radio United - Reynosa, Tamaulipas (MX)	89.1 fm, américa	AAC+ 64 kbps
La Poderosa (Reynosa) - 103.3 FM - XHRKS-FM - Grupo AS Comunicación - Reynosa, Tamaulipas (MX)	103.3 fm, américa	MP3
Arroba FM (Reynosa) - 95.3 FM - XHRT-FM - Radiorama Tamaulipas - Reynosa, Tamaulipas (MX)	95.3 fm, @fm	MP3
WiLD 104-9 HD	pop, top 40	AAC+ 48 kbps
Fuego 98.9	latin pop, latino	MP3 96 kbps
La Suavecita 93.9	—	MP3 96 kbps
La Suavecita 92.1	—	AAC+ 64 kbps
La Suavecita 105.9 FM	regional mexican	AAC+ 64 kbps

National Parks Near Muniz

6 national parks and monuments found near Muniz.

Park	Type	Fee
Bentsen - Rio Grande Valley State Park	State Park	Free
Boca Chica	State Park	Free
Estero Llano Grande State ParK	State Park	Free
Padre Island National Seashore	National Seashore	$25
Palo Alto Battlefield National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Resaca de la Palma State Park	State Park	Free

Museums in Muniz

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
MUSEUM OF SOUTH TEXAS HISTORY	HISTORY MUSEUM			$2,707,014
SOUTH TEXAS MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	200 N CLOSNER BLVD	9563836911	$2,707,014
MCALLEN INTERNATIONAL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9566821564	$1,513,223
LOWER RIO GRANDE VALLEY NATURE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	301 S BORDER AVE	9569692475	$239,990
DONNA HOOKS FLECTER MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9564649989	$88,954
DONNA HOOKS FLETCHER HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	129 S 8TH ST	9564649989	$88,954
DONNA HOOKS FLETCHER MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	129 S 8TH ST	9564649989	$88,954
MISSION HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		9565808646	$69,768
MCALLEN HERITAGE CENTER	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	301 S MAIN ST	9566871904	$63,655
IMAGES FOR CONSERVATION FUND	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM		9563811264	$55,498
WILDLIFE CORRIDOR	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION			$45,402
BROWNSVILLE BOTANICAL GARDENS & ARBORETUM	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER			$11,488
WESLACO BICULTURAL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	500 S TEXAS BLVD	9569689142	$252
WESLACO BICULTURAL MUSEUM GUILD	GENERAL MUSEUM	500 S TEXAS BLVD	9569689142	$252
DONNA HOOKS FLECTHER MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		9564649989
EDINBURG SCENIC WETLANDS & WORLD BIRDING CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		9563819922
HUB CITY CONJUNTO & TEJANO MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
PECAN CAMPUS VISUAL ARTS PROGRAM GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		9568728311
QUINTA MAZATLAN	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	1000 S WARE ROAD	9566813370
RIO GRANDE MILITARY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
RIO GRANDE VALLEY RAILS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SOUTH TEXAS MOTORCYCLE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	4705 E RICHARDSON RD	9562920770
UTPA HEB PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM
VALLEY NATURE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	301 S BORDER AVENUE	9569692475

Libraries in Muniz

Name	Address	Annual Visits
MCALLEN MEMORIAL LIBRARY	4001 N 23RD ST	881,129
MAYOR JOE V SANCHEZ PUBLIC LIBRARY	525 S KANSAS AVE	335,510
DUSTIN MICHAEL SEKULA MEMORIAL LIBRARY	1906 S CLOSNER BLVD	322,203
PHARR MEMORIAL LIBRARY	121 E CHEROKEE AVE	292,550
SPEER MEMORIAL LIBRARY	801 E 12TH ST	258,714
SAN JUAN MEMORIAL LIBRARY	1010 S STANDARD AVE	108,871
DONNA PUBLIC LIBRARY	301 S MAIN ST	97,330
SERGEANT FERNANDO DE LA ROSA MEMORIAL LIBRARY	416 N TOWER RD	87,139
DR HECTOR P GARCIA MEMORIAL LIBRARY	434 S OHIO ST	70,494
ELSA PUBLIC LIBRARY	711 N HIDALGO ST	20,814
HIDALGO PUBLIC LIBRARY	710 E TEXANO DR	16,004

Farmers Markets in Muniz

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Bryan House Farmers Market	1113 E. Mile 2 Rd	10/01/2016 to	Sat: 12:00 PM-2:00 PM;
Grow'n Growers Farmers Market	Firemen's Park, Corner of 1st Street & Bus 83
McAllen Farmers Market	4001 N. 23rd St.	01/01/2016 to 12/31/2016	Sat: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Pharrmers Market	724 N. Cage Blvd	11/03/2016 to 05/25/2017	Thu: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit

Breweries in Muniz

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Glasscock Brewing Co	wholesale\|manufacturing\|food\|brewer\|	1802 S Expy 281	[9563860091]
London Grill & Tavern	Pub, Brewery, and Bar	129 E Nolana Ave	9562138387, (956) 213-8387	Visit

Cell Towers in Muniz

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
4925 SOUTH BRYAN ROAD	TOWER	146
FM 107 & Skinner Road	TOWER	121
1.2 miles N of SR-1925, 0.95 mile W of US-281, 3.0 miles N of	TOWER	121
(Ed Couch site)Northeast Corner of Mile 4 West and Mile 16 N	TOWER	94
3008 TEXAS HIGHWAY 186 (78164)	GTOWER	93
Rt 2, Box 4586 (78164)	GTOWER	93
3 5 MI N OF ELSA 1 5 MI E OF HWY 493	TOWER	77
(International site) 0.04 miles W of State Route 1015 & 0.51 miles S of US Route	TOWER	51
(Mercedes East) 2177 E Business 83	TOWER	45
1120 N Stuart Road	TOWER	45
SOUTH 2ND CELL SITE	TOWER	37

Bridges in Muniz

Location	Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
	Stringer/Multi-beam	Concrete	1986	123	4,522	F

Superfund Sites Near Muniz

4 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
CALPINE HIDALGO ENERGY CENTER	4005 NORTH SEMINARY ROAD	HIDALGO
CALPINE HIDALGO ENERGY CENTER	4005 NORTH SEMINARY ROAD	HIDALGO
CALPINE HIDALGO ENERGY CENTER	4005 NORTH SEMINARY ROAD	HIDALGO
MAGIC VALLEY GENERATION	3333 N MCCOLL RD	HIDALGO

Airports Near Muniz

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Brownsville South Padre Island International Airport	BRO	Medium Airport
General Lucio Blanco International Airport	REX	Medium Airport
General Servando Canales International Airport	MAM	Medium Airport
McAllen Miller International Airport	MFE	Medium Airport
Valley International Airport	HRL	Medium Airport
Alamo Aerial Applicators Airport	—	Small Airport
Alto Colorado Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Armstrong Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Bennack Flying Services Airport	—	Small Airport
BFS West Airport	—	Small Airport
Borregos Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Bravo Airport	—	Small Airport
Chapeño Airport	—	Small Airport
Charles R Johnson Airport	—	Small Airport
Diamond O Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Drennan Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
El Coyote Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
El Huizache Airport	—	Small Airport
Enrique Cardenaz Gonzalez Airport	—	Small Airport
Farm Services Inc Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying 'K' Ranch Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Flying W Airport	—	Small Airport
Fumigaciones Aéreas 109 Airport	—	Small Airport
Gross Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Kilo Airport	—	Small Airport
Kornegay Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Las Gemelas Airport	—	Small Airport
Los Fresnos Airport	—	Small Airport
Mid Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Mid-Valley Dusters Inc Airport	—	Small Airport
Moore Field	—	Small Airport
Norman & White Airport	—	Small Airport
Old Reb Airport	—	Small Airport
Omni Ranch Ultralight Flightpark	—	Small Airport
Port Isabel Cameron County Airport	—	Small Airport
Rancho El Gato Airport	—	Small Airport
Ranchos Las Islas Airport	—	Small Airport
Reynolds Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Rio Dusters Airport	—	Small Airport
Rowland Dusters Airport	—	Small Airport
San Jose de los Llanitos Airport	—	Small Airport
San Rafael Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Santa Elena Airport	—	Small Airport
Scott Airport	—	Small Airport
Shofner Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Skalitsky Airport	—	Small Airport
South Texas International at Edinburg Airport	—	Small Airport
Star K Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
T R Funk Inc Airport	—	Small Airport
Venecia Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Muniz

36 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone



Alamo Police Department	423 North Tower Road
Alamo Police Department
Alton Police Department
Department of Public Safety DPS
Department of Public Safety DPS	1414 North Bicentennial Boulevard
Donna Police Department
DPS station
Edcouch Police Department
Edinburg Police Department - Investigations
Elsa Police Department	216 East 4th Street
Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office
Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office - Posse
Hidalgo County Sheriff's Training Academy
Hidalgo Police Department	211 East Esperanza Street
McAllen Community Policing
McAllen Community Policing
McAllen Community Policing
McAllen Community Policing
McAllen Community Policing
McAllen Community Policing
McAllen Police Community Center
McAllen Police Department - Detention
Mercedes Police Department	316 South Ohio Avenue
Mission Police Department
Mission Police Substation	2801 West Military Highway
Palmhurst Police Department
Pharr Police Department
Pharr Police Department
Pharr Police Department	1900 South Cage Boulevard
Pharr Police Department
Progreso Police Department
San Juan Police Department	2301 North Raul Longoria Road
San Juan Police Department - Administration
San Juan Police Department Substation
Weslaco Police Department	300 South Bridge Avenue
Weslaco Police Department	901 North Airport Drive

Grocery Stores in Muniz

14 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Carniceria Y Fruteria Garcia	Convenience Store	1905 N Tower Rd
Dollar General 17253	Other	6500 N Val Verde Rd
Dollar General 19841	Other	11750 N Val Verde Rd
Dollar General 30517	Other	9367 N Val Verde Rd.
El Amigo Super Market 1	Grocery Store	6214 Browning St
El Grano De Oro	Grocery Store	9202 N Val Verde Rd
La Tiendita	Convenience Store	413 Minnesota Rd
Leal's Corner Store LLC	Convenience Store	4227 S Tower Rd
Lopez Drive Thru	Convenience Store	6709 Palmera Cir
Lopez Drive Thru 2	Convenience Store	9608 N Val Verde Rd
Melly Drive Thru	Convenience Store	1302 S Tower Rd
San Marcos Country Store Inc.	Convenience Store	1947 N Tower Rd
Sebastian Bakery	Specialty Store	8281 N Val Verde Rd
Tortilleria Hermanos Limon 1	Specialty Store	6600 N Val Verde Rd

Treatment Centers in Muniz

1 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Tropical Texas Behavioral Health	Both	956-289-7000

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Frequently Asked Questions About Muniz

What is the population of Muniz?

Muniz has a population of 1,184 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 1,117 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 24.6 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 54.9% female and 45.1% male.

Is Muniz expensive to live in?

Muniz has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $98,587, 31% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $97,800 (65% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Muniz safe?

Public safety is a concern in Muniz, with a violent crime rate of 761 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,529 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Muniz receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Muniz?

Muniz has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. The area receives 312 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Muniz?

Muniz has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $825. There are 14,062 business establishments in the area, including 1,288 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 29.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Muniz?

The median home value in Muniz is $97,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $142,873. The homeownership rate is 89.2%. The average annual property tax is $6,938.

How are the schools in Muniz?

Schools in Muniz score 5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 4.0% of adults in Muniz hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.6% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Muniz?

The obesity rate in Muniz is 52.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 21.5% of adults are smokers. 51.7% are physically inactive. 22.0% of residents report depression. 50.6% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 63.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,158.

What is transportation like in Muniz?

The average commute in Muniz is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 50.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 29.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Muniz?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Muniz is 35.4% White. 11.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 88.7% speak Spanish. 0.0% of the population are military veterans. 5.8% of residents have a disability. 74.7% have health insurance coverage.

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People 10/10

Economy 13/13

Housing 12/17

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Crime & Safety 4/12

Climate & Environment 16/19

Community 14/14

Cost of Services 3/3

Historical Trends 0/3

Geography 6/6

Places & Facilities 14/32

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