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Olmito, TX

Texas · Cameron County · Brownsville-Harlingen Metro

Olmito is a small town in Texas with a population of 1,013. Residents earn $33,813 per year, which is 55% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,013 Population 1,583/sq mi density
$33,813 Median Income $12,947 per capita
$93,500 Home Value $294,481 Zillow
$1,049 Median Rent 38.8% income on rent
76°F Avg Temperature 312 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$33,813 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$93,500 home value, $1,049/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $33,813
55% lower than US avg
Home Value $93,500
67% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.7%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,049
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 41.5%
235% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,013
Median Age28.7 yrs
Density1,583/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 55%
Veterans3.6%

Economy

C+
Median Income$33,813
Per Capita$12,947
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty41.5%
County GDP$17,387M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$93,500
Rent$1,049
Ownership39.8%
Zillow$294,481
Housing Units297
Rent Burden38.8%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property400/100K

Health

Obesity36.2%
Uninsured26.7%
Smoking8.1%
Depression16.8%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain28.2 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation34 ft (10 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.7%
High School+42.2%
Graduate+1.6%
School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 47%
Commute26 min
Broadband79.6%
EV Stations10
Libraries9

Is Olmito a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Olmito receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Olmito offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Olmito is $33,813, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. The poverty rate of 41.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Olmito is $93,500, 67% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,049 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Olmito is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 400 per 100,000, 80% below the national average.

Education

12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 42.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Olmito has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F. Winters average 61°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 28.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Olmito has a population of 1,013 with a density of 1,583 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles. The median age is 28.7 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 44.3% female and 55.7% male. The city is predominantly White (54.9%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 5.5% of residents, while 94.5% speak Spanish. 3.6% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 9.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 45.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,013
Total Population
1,583
People / sq mi
28.7yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.7%
Female 44.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Olmito vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 5.5%
93% below US avg
Spanish 94.5%
605% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Olmito vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Olmito is $33,813, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $12,947 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $857, 40% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 41.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 7,200 business establishments, including 815 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Olmito vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,813
55% below US avg
Per Capita Income$12,947
Avg Weekly Wage$857
IRS Avg AGI$48,428
Gini Index0.468 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate41.5%
235% above 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
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Drive Alone68.9%
Public Transit4.3%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Olmito is $93,500, 67% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $294,481, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,049 (10% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. 39.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 297 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1984. The average annual property tax is $6,394 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 38.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$93,500
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$294,481

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,049
10% below US avg
Rent Burden38.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership39.8%
Owner-Occupied39.8%
Renter-Occupied60.2%
Housing Units297
Median Year Built1984

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,394
83% above US avg
Effective Rate6.84%
In Olmito, 36.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.8% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.7% of residents, below the national average. 28.2% have high blood pressure. 8.1% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 17.4% report binge drinking. 27.1% are physically inactive. 16.8% report depression (below the 20.0% national average). 13.5% experience frequent mental distress. 26.7% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,034. The dentist ratio is 1:3,127. 74.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 4.8 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes13.8%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure28.2%
Asthma7.7%
COPD3.2%
Cancer4.4%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.1%
42% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression16.8%
Mental Distress13.5%
Physical Distress11.8%
Short Sleep37.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate45.5%
Uninsured26.7%
210% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,034
Dentists1:3,127
Mental Health1:1,028
Checkup Rate72.2%
Dental Visits58.9%
Premature Death9,065/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.8/10
Exercise Access74.5%
Healthcare Facilities1,060
Olmito has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 400 per 100,000, 80% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 32 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Olmito receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property399.7/100K
80% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32
Traffic Accidents2
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Olmito has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 61°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 28.2 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 34 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 87°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average75.6°F
40% above US avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average87°F (30°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Geography

Elevation34 ft (10 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density1,583/sq mi
Coordinates26.0276°N, 97.5401°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyCameron County County
Nearest AirportBrownsville/South Padre Island International (BRO)
11 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 28.2"
26% below US avg
Snowfall 0.1"
Wettest Month (Sep) 5.71"
Driest Month (Mar) 0.83"

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0363 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)9.4 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively High
Risk Score97.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability91.7 / 100
Community Resilience6.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Very High
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively High
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively High
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively High
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Very High
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood Relatively Moderate
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.7. Most recent: M2.7 on Jun 28, 2021.

Jun 28, 2021 96 km E of South Padre Island, Texas M2.7 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Beryl Category 1 254 km
2024 Francine Category 1 284 km
2021 Nicholas Category 1 256 km
2020 Hanna Category 1 75 km
2017 Harvey Category 4 162 km
2010 Alex Category 2 194 km
2008 Dolly Category 2 42 km
2005 Emily Category 3 137 km
2003 Claudette Category 1 285 km
2003 Erika Category 1 82 km
1999 Bret Category 4 96 km
1988 Gilbert Category 4 193 km
1983 Barry Category 1 70 km
1980 Allen Category 5 35 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

121 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 1 fatality, 37 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Mar 15, 1983 EF3 78 km 0
May 12, 1969 EF3 10 km 0
May 12, 1969 EF3 26 km 0
Aug 9, 1980 EF2 7 km 0
May 24, 1970 EF2 57 km 0
May 12, 1969 EF2 18 km 0
Apr 26, 1967 EF2 95 km 0
Jun 1, 1962 EF2 55 km 0
May 13, 2023 EF1 28 km 1
Oct 30, 2015 EF1 40 km 0
Jun 30, 2011 EF1 66 km 0
Jul 16, 2007 EF1 72 km 0
Apr 30, 2003 EF1 94 km 0
May 21, 2001 EF1 81 km 0
May 21, 2001 EF1 82 km 0
Apr 4, 1997 EF1 10 km 0
Jun 14, 1994 EF1 99 km 0
Sep 16, 1988 EF1 23 km 0
Aug 29, 1981 EF1 81 km 0
Aug 10, 1980 EF1 94 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

5 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: HAYFIELD SOUTH (11,038 ac, 2022).

Year Name Acres Distance
2022 HAYFIELD SOUTH 11,038 81 km
2022 POLO 5,571 90 km
2011 KING RANCH 3,075 83 km
2009 SAN CARLOS 2,849 98 km
2009 STILLMAN 1,466 82 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 1.6 in
February 62°F (17°C) 1.5 in
March 69°F (20°C) 0.8 in Driest
April 74°F (23°C) 1.7 in
May 79°F (26°C) 2.8 in
June 83°F (28°C) 2.9 in
July 87°F (30°C) 1.9 in Warmest
August 84°F (29°C) 2.9 in
September 81°F (27°C) 5.7 in Wettest
October 75°F (24°C) 2.8 in
November 67°F (20°C) 1.5 in
December 61°F (16°C) 1.3 in Coldest

Olmito has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 61°F in December to 87°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (5.7") and March the driest (0.8").

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Olmito is located in Cameron County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 12.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 62% below the national average of 33.7%. 42.2% have completed high school. 1.6% 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 52.5% of the vote, a 5.8-point margin. 79.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 10 EV charging stations. There are 9 public libraries serving the community. 1,060 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 68.9% of workers drive alone to work, while 4.3% use public transit.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.5%
D 46.7%

Winner: Republican by 5.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32
Traffic Accidents2
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.7%
62% below US avg
High School+42.2%
Graduate Degree+1.6%
School Test Score5.14
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density1,583/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi
CountyCameron County County

Services

Broadband Access79.6%
Avg Download Speed133.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed9.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations10
Alt Fuel Stations12
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities1,060
Restaurants815
Retail Stores1,030

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Drive Alone68.9%
Public Transit4.3%
Work from Home0.0%
Average costs for common services in Olmito. 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)
View all 18 services

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)
View all 25 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 12 services

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$667
Toddler$632
Preschool$619
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$611
Toddler$589
Preschool$580
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Cameron 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 46,282 1,150 $36,440 2.06
Retail Trade 17,538 1,032 $33,102 1.12
Accommodation & Food Services 17,369 836 $21,179 1.22
Administrative & Waste Services 9,401 314 $36,225 1.02
Manufacturing 7,110 246 $62,212 0.55
Professional & Technical Services 5,508 564 $109,183 0.51
Transportation & Warehousing 4,558 332 $60,086 0.69
Construction 3,867 423 $52,924 0.47
Finance & Insurance 3,406 447 $63,954 0.54
Wholesale Trade 3,041 350 $57,572 0.49
Other Services 2,768 487 $38,474 0.59
Educational Services 2,005 72 $50,833 0.62
Real Estate 1,883 396 $40,583 0.77
Information & Technology 1,408 55 $59,535 0.48
Arts & Entertainment 1,233 82 $22,538 0.47
Management of Companies 594 24 $41,010 0.22
Agriculture & Forestry 400 126 $35,525 0.32
Utilities 393 13 $95,456 0.66
Mining & Oil/Gas 101 12 $55,294 0.17
Unclassified 67 42 $37,286 0.31

Schools in Olmito

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
SOUTH TEXAS ISD MEDICAL PROFESSIONS High 858 58 14.8:1
VILLAREAL EL Elementary 465 32 14.5:1
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Radio Stations near Olmito

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
W1420 (Matamoros) - 1420 AM - XEEW-AM - RadioDual - Matamoros, Tamaulipas (MX) 1420 am, américa MP3 64 kbps
LA COMADRE 107.1 (Matamoros) - 107.1 FM - XHVTH-FM - Multimedios Radio - Matamoros, Tamaulipas (MX) 107.1 fm, américa AAC 93 kbps
Puro Texas Conjunto Radio conjuntos MP3 128 kbps
WiLD 104-9 HD pop, top 40 AAC+ 48 kbps

National Parks Near Olmito

5 national parks and monuments found near Olmito.

ParkTypeFee
Bentsen - Rio Grande Valley State Park State Park Free
Boca Chica State Park Free
Estero Llano Grande State ParK State Park Free
Palo Alto Battlefield National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Resaca de la Palma State Park State Park Free

Museums in Olmito

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
BROWNSVILLE MUSEUM OF FINE ARTART MUSEUM9565420941$410,805
HISTORIC BROWNSVILLE MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION9565481313$162,434
HARLINGEN ARTS & HERITAGE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9562164901$83,614
BROWNSVILLE BARNSTORMERS FLYING MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9565418585$26,416
BROWNSVILLE HERITAGE RESOURCE CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM9565415560
BROWNSVILLE HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION9565423929
CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF BROWNSVILLECHILDREN'S MUSEUM9565489300
CONFEDERATE AIR FORCE-RGV WINGGENERAL MUSEUM9565418585
GANN HISTORICAL SOCIETY & LIBRARYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
GLADYS PORTER ZOOZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION500 RINGGOLD STREET9565467187
HARLINGEN HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
IWO JIMA MEMORIAL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM320 N IWO JIMA BLVD
NARCISCO MRTNZ CULTURAL ARTS CENTERART MUSEUM225 EAST STENGER9563670335
OLD CITY CEMETERY CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM9565411167
PALO ALTO BATTLEFIELD NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARKHISTORIC PRESERVATION9565412785
PALO ALTO NATIONAL PARKHISTORIC PRESERVATION7200 PEREDES LINE ROAD9565412785
RIO GRANDE VALLEY SPORTS HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM
RUSTEBERG ART GALLERYART MUSEUM9568827097
SAN BENITO HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
STILLMAN HOUSE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM9565423929
TEXAS CONJUNTO MUSIC HALL OF FAMEHISTORY MUSEUM9562769588
Casa de arte y cultura Casamata
Museo Casamata
Museo del ferrocarril

Libraries in Olmito

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BROWNSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY2600 CENTRAL BLVD0.01,088,681
HARLINGEN PUBLIC LIBRARY410 76 DR0.0278,272
SAN BENITO PUBLIC LIBRARY101 W ROSE ST0.089,752
ETHEL L WHIPPLE MEMORIAL LIBRARY402 W OCEAN BLVD0.044,235
LAGUNA VISTA PUBLIC LIBRARY1300 PALM BLVD0.013,074
RIO HONDO PUBLIC LIBRARY121 W ARROYO BLVD0.08,586
Lorendo Mendez Soto0.0

Farmers Markets in Olmito

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
1400 Palm Blvd, Brownsville, TX 78520
All Natural & Certified Organic Farmer Market (HOPE FARM)19833 Morris RD 10/01/2016 to 07/01/2017Mon: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM;Thu: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM;Fri: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM;Sat: 1:00 PM-6:00 PM;YesVisit
Brownsville Farmers' MarketLinear Park, 6th & Ringgold St.01/01/2014 to 01/01/2015Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Harlingen Farmers MarketSat: 3:00 PM-4:30 PM;Visit
La Gran Pulga
Laguna Vista Farmers Market1 Golf House RoadTue: 4:00 PM-5:30 PM;
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Tianguis Av. del Niño
Tianguis Casa Blanca
Tianguis Las Américas
Tianguis Palmares 151
Tianguis Pulga

Hotels in Olmito

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Deluxe 6 Inn & Suites

Gas Stations in Olmito

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sunoco
Valero
Valero

Banks in Olmito

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

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Stadiums & Teams in Olmito

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Cell Towers in Olmito

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
21834 Tamm Lane (Harlingen 1B #36395)TOWER149
0.45 miles E of US Route77/83 & 0.05 miles W of Old Alice RoadTOWER121
33285 ROAD 539TOWER95
(Port Brownsville site) 13918 State Hwy 48TOWER81
(MTSO Harlingen) 521 East Jackson StreetTOWER49
4802 NORTH HIGHWAY 77 (65331)MTOWER47
16301 JOE GARZA RD (65334)MTOWER39
1729 E. Vinson (Commerce #35446)TOWER38
2 MILES NORTH OF LAGUNA ATASCOSA NATIONAL WILDLIFE (65332)LTOWER37
2 MILES NORTH OF LAGUNA ATASCOSA NATIONAL WILDLIFE (65332)LTOWER37
2 MILES NORTH OF LAGUNA ATASCOSA NATIONAL WILDLIFE (65332)LTOWER37
329 Ramsey Road (San Benito 132001184)TOWER37
1585 - B Calle Espacio (164571)MTOWER37
20515 FM 507 (131019)MTOWER34
(San Benito DT) 731 E. Business Hwy 77TOWER34
217 Don Felipe Trevino Circle (65336)MTOWER32
4801 Southmost Blvd (164889)MTOWER31
2600 TAYLOR STREET (137167)MTOWER31
0.5 miles S of State Route 4TOWER26

Bridges in Olmito

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199128530,810G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199128530,810G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199117530,810G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199117530,810G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199120530,810G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199120530,810G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200024030,810G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200024030,810G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete198720021,780F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete198720021,780F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20151,00016,835G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201627016,835G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20153,36816,835G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19875011,982F
CulvertConcrete20183911,982G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20204555,660G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20201505,660G
CulvertConcrete2009225,283G
SlabConcrete197226837F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200475811F
CulvertConcrete200234460G

Superfund Sites Near Olmito

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
SILAS RAY POWER PLANT94 W 13TH STCAMERON

Airports Near Olmito

39 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Brownsville South Padre Island International AirportBROMedium Airport
General Lucio Blanco International AirportREXMedium Airport
General Servando Canales International AirportMAMMedium Airport
McAllen Miller International AirportMFEMedium Airport
Valley International AirportHRLMedium Airport
Alamo Aerial Applicators Airport—Small Airport
Bennack Flying Services Airport—Small Airport
Bravo Airport—Small Airport
Charles R Johnson Airport—Small Airport
Drennan Farm 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 Ebanos Airport—Small Airport
Los Fresnos Airport—Small Airport
Mid Valley Airport—Small Airport
Mid-Valley Dusters Inc Airport—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 Buena Vista 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
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
T R Funk Inc Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in Olmito

23 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
2993 North Indiana Avenue
Brownsville Independent School District Police Department
Brownsville Independent School District Police Department
Brownsville Police Department
Brownsville Police Department600 East Jackson Street
Cameron County Sheriff's Department7300 Old Alice Road
Cameron County Sheriff's Office
Cameron County Sheriff's Office
Cameron County Sheriff's Office
Combes Police Department
Department of Public Safety DPS2901 Paredes Line Road
Harlingen Police Departmant1018 Fair Park Boulevard
Laguna Vista Police Department
Los Fresnos Police Department200 North Brazil Street
Palm Valley Police Department
Port of Brownsville Police Command Center2993 North Indiana Avenue
Rancho Viejo Police Department
Rio Hondo Police Department
San Benito Police Department
San Benito Police Department601 North Oscar Williams
seguridad publica municipal
seguridad publica municipal
seguridad publica municipal
University Police2671 FJRM Avenue

Grocery Stores in Olmito

5 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Anacua Drive-thruConvenience Store9980 Anacua
Carniceria Del Valle 2Grocery Store7571 Los Fresnos Rd
DOLLARTREE 10070Other7055 N Expressway 77
Family Dollar 10407Other9605 Fm 1732
STRIPES 9136Convenience Store7900 N Expressway 77

Post Offices in Olmito

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
United States Post Office7955 North Expressway

Treatment Centers in Olmito

5 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Eldorado Texas Community Service Ctr - Brownsville Health ServicesSubstance Abuse956-550-9970
Palms Behavioral HealthBoth956-365-2600
Recovery Center of Cameron County - HarlingenSubstance Abuse956-428-7800
Tropical Texas Behavioral HealthBoth956-547-5400
Tropical Texas Behavioral HealthBoth956-364-6500

DOL Wage Violations in Olmito

5 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $13,981 in back wages owed to 15 employees.

5
Violations
$13,981
Back Wages Owed
15
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Atkinson Propane — — 78575 — 1 $11,937 $3,979 3
Olmito Water Supply Corporation — — 78575 — 1 $1,508 $503 3
Wing Barn — — 78575 — 1 $354 $59 6
La Quinta Inn — — 78575 — 1 $104 $52 2
Carniceria Del Valle # 2 — — 78575 — 1 $78 $78 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Olmito

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CASA DE RESTAURACION Y PAZPO BOX 1567

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Frequently Asked Questions About Olmito

What is the population of Olmito?

Olmito has a population of 1,013 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 1,583 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 28.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 44.3% female and 55.7% male.

Is Olmito expensive to live in?

Olmito 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 $33,813, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $93,500 (67% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,049 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Olmito safe?

Olmito is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 400 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Olmito receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Olmito?

Olmito has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 61°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 28.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Olmito?

The job market in Olmito is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $857. There are 7,200 business establishments in the area, including 815 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Olmito?

The median home value in Olmito is $93,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $294,481. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,049. Fair market rent is $935 for a 1-bedroom and $1,149 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 39.8%. The average annual property tax is $6,394.

How are the schools in Olmito?

Schools in Olmito score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 12.7% of adults in Olmito hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 42.2% have completed high school. 1.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Olmito?

The obesity rate in Olmito is 36.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 8.1% of adults are smokers. 27.1% are physically inactive. 16.8% of residents report depression. 26.7% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 74.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,034.

What is transportation like in Olmito?

The average commute in Olmito is 26 minutes. 68.9% of workers drive alone to work, 4.3% use public transit, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Olmito?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Olmito is 54.9% White. 5.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 94.5% speak Spanish. 3.6% of the population are military veterans. 9.2% of residents have a disability. 45.5% have health insurance coverage.

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