Texas · Metropolitan Area
Progreso is a small town in Texas with a population of 4,918. Residents earn $35,938 per year, which is 52% below the national average.
Based on current data, Progreso receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Progreso offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Progreso is $35,938, 52% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 24.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
The median home value in Progreso is $59,300, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $826 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
10.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 54.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Progreso 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. Annual precipitation totals 25.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 7.4% |
| 91% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 92.6% |
| 591% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $35,938 |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $13,416 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $857 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $48,428 |
| Unemployment | 3.4% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 24.2% |
| 95% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 7,200 |
| County GDP | $17,387M |
| Restaurants | 815 |
| Healthcare | 1,060 |
| Retail | 1,030 |
| Manufacturing | 186 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,394 |
| 83% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 10.78% |
| Commute Time | 22.9 min |
| Work from Home | 1.8% |
| Census Median | $59,300 |
| 79% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $123,633 |
| Census Median Rent | $826 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
| Owner-Occupied | 79.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,394 |
| 83% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 10.78% |
| Obesity | 49.1% |
| 53% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 21.7% |
| Heart Disease | 8.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.2% |
| Asthma | 9.3% |
| COPD | 7.8% |
| Stroke | 4.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 46.4% |
| Depression | 21.3% |
| Mental Distress | 20.1% |
| Physical Distress | 20.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 63.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.2% |
| Premature Death | 9,065/100K |
| Food Environment | 4.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,060 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 32 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Annual Average | 75.0°F |
| 39% above US avg | |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 86°F (30°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 25.7 inches |
| 32% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 71 ft (22 m) |
| Area | 3.0 sq mi (7.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,639/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.0961°N, 97.9566°W |
| County FIPS | 48061 |
Winner: Republican by 5.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 10.8% |
| 68% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 54.1% |
| School Test Score | 5.10 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 1,639/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.0 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 9 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,060 |
| Restaurants | 815 |
| Retail Stores | 1,030 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 32 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 22.9 min |
| Work from Home | 1.8% |