Presidio, TX

Texas

Presidio is a small town in Texas with a population of 3,226. Residents earn $16,762 per year, which is 78% below the national average.

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
3,226 Population 1,250/sq mi density
$16,762 Median Income $10,232 per capita
$59,300 Home Value $157,370 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
72°F Avg Temperature
50 Violent Crime/100K 276 property/100K
C
Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.1 / 5.0
$16,762 median income, 9.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$59,300 home value
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
50 violent crimes/100K (87% below avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $16,762
78% lower than US avg
Home Value $59,300
79% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 50/100K
87% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.6%
72% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.8%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.4%
161% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 54.3%
338% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,226
Median Age22.5 yrs
Density1,250/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 19%

Economy

F
Median Income$16,762
Per Capita$10,232
Unemployment9.4%
Poverty54.3%
County GDP$360M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$59,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$157,370

Crime

F
Violent50/100K
Property276/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault50/100K
Burglary150/100K

Health

Obesity44.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.5%
Heart Disease7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain8.9 in/yr
Elevation2,578 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.6%
High School+53.6%
School Score4.43

Community

2024 VoteR 34% / D 65%
Commute14 min
Libraries2

Is Presidio a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Presidio receives an overall livability score of 2.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Presidio has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Presidio is $16,762, 78% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 54.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Presidio is $59,300, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Presidio is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 50 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 276 per 100,000, 86% below the national average.

Education

9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 53.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Presidio has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 88°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 8.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Presidio has a population of 3,226 with a density of 1,250 people per square mile. The median age is 22.5 years, 42% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (19.1%), with 2% Black.

Population

3,226
Total Population
1,250
People / sq mi
22.5yrs
Median Age
42% below US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.4%
Female 45.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Presidio vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only0.0%
100% below US avg
Spanish100.0%
646% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Presidio vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Presidio is $16,762, which is 78% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 54.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Presidio vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$16,762
78% below US avg
Per Capita Income$10,232
Avg Weekly Wage$1,086
IRS Avg AGI$52,943

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.4%
161% above US avg
Poverty Rate54.3%
338% above US avg
Establishments (County)198
County GDP$360M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare8
Retail36
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,467
56% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate9.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Presidio is $59,300, 79% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $157,370.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$59,300
79% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$157,370

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$789
1 Bedroom$811
2 Bedrooms$1,015
3 Bedrooms$1,321
4 Bedrooms$1,493

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,467
56% above US avg
Effective Rate9.22%
In Presidio, 44.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.5% report depression. 47.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.8%
40% above US avg
Diabetes20.1%
Heart Disease7.6%
High Blood Pressure36.8%
Asthma9.3%
COPD7.0%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.3%
Physical Inactivity47.5%
Depression20.5%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress19.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate57.1%
Checkup Rate70.8%
Premature Death7,193/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment3.6/10
Exercise Access94.9%
Healthcare Facilities8
Presidio has a violent crime rate of 50 per 100,000 residents, 87% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 276 per 100,000 (86% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent50.1/100K
87% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault50.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property275.7/100K
86% below US avg
Burglary150.4/100K
Theft100.3/100K
Vehicle Theft25.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Presidio has an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 88°F in July. Annual precipitation is 8.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

51°F Jan (11°C) 88°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average71.6°F
33% above US avg
January Average51°F (11°C)
July Average88°F (31°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall8.9 inches
77% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,578 ft (786 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.7 km²)
Population Density1,250/sq mi
Coordinates29.5603°N, 104.3653°W
County FIPS48377
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 30.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 34.4%
D 64.6%

Winner: Democrat by 30.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.6%
72% below US avg
High School+53.6%
School Test Score4.43
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,250/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants28
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

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