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Progreso Lakes, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Progreso Lakes is a small town in Texas with a population of 291. Residents earn $95,000 per year, which is 26% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
291 Population 139/sq mi density
$95,000 Median Income $44,578 per capita
$229,700 Home Value $347,319 Zillow
75°F Avg Temperature 312 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$95,000 median income, 9.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$229,700 home value
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,000
26% higher than US avg
Home Value $229,700
19% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.5%
8% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.5%
39% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.1%
153% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population291
Median Age41.7 yrs
Density139/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 54%
Veterans5.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$95,000
Per Capita$44,578
Unemployment9.1%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$17,387M
Commute43 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$229,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$347,319
Housing Units98
Rent Burden30.5%

Health

Obesity44.5%
Uninsured33.1%
Smoking16.7%
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain25.7 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation74 ft (23 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.5%
High School+88.4%
Graduate+16.7%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 47%
Commute43 min
Broadband88.0%
Libraries9

Is Progreso Lakes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Progreso Lakes receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate, long commute times. Progreso Lakes stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Progreso Lakes is $95,000, 26% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 9.1%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Progreso Lakes is $229,700, 19% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 88.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Progreso Lakes has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. With 312 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Progreso Lakes has a population of 291 with a density of 139 people per square mile. The median age is 41.7 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (53.6%), with 3.4% Black.

Population

291
Total Population
139
People / sq mi
41.7yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Progreso Lakes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only28.3%
64% below US avg
Spanish71.7%
435% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Progreso Lakes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Progreso Lakes is $95,000, which is 26% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.

Income: Progreso Lakes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,000
26% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,578
Avg Weekly Wage$857
IRS Avg AGI$48,428

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.1%
153% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below 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 Rate2.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.8 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Progreso Lakes is $229,700, 19% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $347,319.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$229,700
19% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$347,319
Median List Price$725,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$725,000
$/Sq Ft$76
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops14.3%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.0%
Housing Units98
Median Year Built1991

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,394
83% above US avg
Effective Rate2.78%
In Progreso Lakes, 44.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 33.1% of residents lack health insurance. 16.7% are current smokers. 21.3% report depression. 36.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Progreso Lakes vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.5%
39% above US avg
Diabetes17.3%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure35.7%
Asthma8.9%
COPD7.3%
Cancer4.9%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.7%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity36.5%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress17.1%
Short Sleep39.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.0%
Uninsured33.1%
285% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,034
Dentists1:3,127
Mental Health1:1,028
Checkup Rate71.1%
Dental Visits44.5%
Premature Death9,065/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.8/10
Exercise Access74.5%
Healthcare Facilities1,060
Progreso Lakes has an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.7 inches. The area enjoys 312 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average75.0°F
39% above US avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.7 inches
32% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation74 ft (23 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²)
Population Density139/sq mi
Coordinates26.0690°N, 97.9607°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48061
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 36.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5.8-point margin. 88.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.5%
D 46.7%

Winner: Republican by 5.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.5%
8% above US avg
High School+88.4%
Graduate Degree+16.7%
School Test Score5.10
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density139/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities1,060
Restaurants815
Retail Stores1,030

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.8 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.0%

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