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Progreso, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Cameron County County
2.6
/5.0
C+
Fair
4,918
Population
1,639/sq mi density
$35,938
Median Income
$13,416 per capita
$59,300
Home Value
$123,633 Zillow
$826
Median Rent
45.4% income on rent
75°F
Avg Temperature
312 sunny days/yr
1,207
Violent Crime/100K
7,083 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$35,938 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$59,300 home value, $826/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
1,207 violent crimes/100K (218% above avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Cost Overview
Cost of Living Index
97.1
Below national average
100 = US average
Median Monthly Rent
$826
29% below US avg
Avg Annual Property Tax
$6,394
83% above US avg ($3,500)
Fair Market Rents (HUD FY2026)
Studio
$887
per month
1 Bedroom
$935
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,149
per month
3 Bedroom
$1,497
per month
4 Bedroom
$1,733
per month
Childcare Costs
Infant (Center)
$667/mo
$8,004/year
Toddler (Center)
$632/mo
$7,584/year
Preschool (Center)
$619/mo
$7,428/year
Infant (Family)
$611/mo
$7,332/year
Toddler (Family)
$589/mo
$7,068/year
Preschool (Family)
$580/mo
$6,960/year
Healthcare 40 services
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $242.75 |
| Specialist Visit | $339.85 |
| Urgent Care Visit | $194.20 |
| Emergency Room Visit | $2,136.20 |
| Dental Cleaning | $126.23 |
| Dental Filling | $242.75 |
| Root Canal | $971.00 |
| Dental Crown | $1,165.20 |
| Tooth Extraction | $242.75 |
| Wisdom Teeth Removal | $1,456.50 |
| Teeth Whitening | $485.50 |
| Dental Implant | $3,884.00 |
| Eye Exam | $194.20 |
| Glasses (Prescription) | $339.85 |
| Contact Lenses (Annual) | $242.75 annual |
| LASIK (Per Eye) | $2,427.50 per eye |
| X-Ray | $242.75 |
| MRI | $1,456.50 |
| CT Scan | $1,165.20 |
| Ultrasound | $388.40 |
| Blood Test (Basic Panel) | $145.65 |
| Physical Therapy (Session) | $145.65 per session |
| Chiropractor Visit | $72.83 |
| Dermatologist Visit | $242.75 |
| Mental Health Therapy | $169.93 per session |
| Psychiatrist Visit | $291.30 |
| Colonoscopy | $2,427.50 |
| Mammogram | $291.30 |
| Knee Replacement | $33,985.00 |
| Hip Replacement | $31,072.00 |
| Cataract Surgery (Per Eye) | $3,398.50 per eye |
| ACL Surgery | $24,275.00 |
| Appendectomy | $14,565.00 |
| C-Section Delivery | $21,362.00 |
| Normal Childbirth | $12,623.00 |
| Flu Shot | $38.84 |
| COVID Test | $97.10 |
| Prescription (Generic, 30-day) | $14.57 per month |
| Prescription (Brand, 30-day) | $242.75 per month |
| Ambulance Ride | $1,165.20 |
Auto Repair 18 services
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $43.70 |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $72.83 |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $291.30 |
| Tire Rotation | $38.84 |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $582.60 set of 4 |
| Battery Replacement | $194.20 |
| Transmission Repair | $2,913.00 |
| AC Repair | $485.50 |
| Windshield Replacement | $339.85 |
| Wheel Alignment | $97.10 |
| Spark Plug Replacement | $194.20 |
| Alternator Replacement | $485.50 |
| Timing Belt Replacement | $679.70 |
| Car Detailing (Full) | $194.20 |
| Towing (Per Mile) | $4.86 per mile |
| State Inspection | $29.13 |
| Emissions Test | $48.55 |
| Check Engine Diagnostic | $97.10 |
Home Services 25 services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $97.10 per hour |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $87.39 per hour |
| HVAC Repair | $388.40 |
| HVAC System Install | $6,797.00 |
| Roof Repair | $971.00 |
| Roof Replacement | $8,739.00 |
| Interior Painting (Avg Home) | $2,427.50 |
| Exterior Painting (Avg Home) | $3,398.50 |
| Pest Control (One-Time) | $194.20 |
| Pest Control (Annual Plan) | $485.50 annual |
| Carpet Cleaning (3 Rooms) | $169.93 |
| Lawn Mowing (Per Visit) | $48.55 per visit |
| Lawn Care (Monthly) | $145.65 monthly |
| Tree Removal | $776.80 |
| Gutter Cleaning | $194.20 |
| Pressure Washing (House) | $291.30 |
| Foundation Repair | $4,855.00 |
| Kitchen Remodel (Mid-Range) | $29,130.00 |
| Bathroom Remodel (Mid-Range) | $11,652.00 |
| Flooring Install | $7.77 per sq ft |
| Window Replacement | $631.15 per window |
| Fence Install (Wood) | $29.13 per ft |
| Garage Door Replacement | $1,165.20 |
| Water Heater Replacement | $1,456.50 |
| Septic Tank Pumping | $388.40 |
Legal 12 services
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,456.50 |
| Divorce (Contested) | $14,565.00 |
| DUI Defense | $4,855.00 |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,456.50 |
| Will Preparation | $485.50 |
| Trust Preparation | $2,427.50 |
| Real Estate Closing | $1,942.00 |
| Traffic Ticket Defense | $291.30 |
| LLC Formation | $485.50 |
| Immigration Consultation | $291.30 |
| Criminal Defense (Misdemeanor) | $2,913.00 |
| Personal Injury (Contingency) | $32.04 % of settlement |
Personal Care 12 services
| Men's Haircut | $24.28 |
| Women's Haircut | $53.41 |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $145.65 |
| Manicure | $24.28 |
| Pedicure | $38.84 |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $77.68 per session |
| Facial Treatment | $97.10 |
| Gym Membership | $48.55 monthly |
| Personal Trainer (Session) | $67.97 per session |
| Dry Cleaning (Suit) | $14.57 |
| Laundromat (Per Load) | $3.88 per load |
| Spa Day Package | $242.75 |
Food & Grocery 20 services
| Gallon of Milk | $3.98 per gallon |
| Dozen Eggs | $3.40 per dozen |
| Loaf of Bread | $3.69 |
| Chicken Breast | $4.37 per lb |
| Ground Beef | $5.34 per lb |
| Rice | $0.97 per lb |
| Bananas | $0.63 per lb |
| Apples | $1.75 per lb |
| Coffee | $7.28 per lb |
| Gasoline | $3.40 per gallon |
| Fast Food Meal | $9.71 |
| Restaurant Meal (Casual) | $17.48 |
| Restaurant Meal (Fine Dining) | $58.26 |
| Pizza Delivery (Large) | $17.48 |
| Coffee (Cafe Latte) | $5.34 |
| Beer (6-Pack Domestic) | $9.71 |
| Wine (750ml, Mid-Range) | $14.57 |
| Cigarettes (Pack) | $8.25 per pack |
| Baby Formula (Can) | $24.28 |
| Dog Food (Monthly) | $48.55 monthly |
Utilities 8 services
| Electricity (Monthly) | $135.94 monthly |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $67.97 monthly |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $67.97 monthly |
| Internet (Monthly) | $67.97 monthly |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $63.12 monthly |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $82.54 monthly |
| Trash Collection (Monthly) | $33.99 monthly |
| Home Insurance (Annual) | $1,942.00 annual |
Transportation 8 services
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $194.20 monthly |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $1,942.00 annual |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $67.97 monthly |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $14.57 |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $97.10 annual |
| Driver's License Renewal | $29.13 |
| Tolls (Monthly Commuter) | $48.55 monthly |
| Vehicle Property Tax (Annual) | $388.40 annual |
Education & Childcare 8 services
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,165.20 monthly |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $971.00 monthly |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $388.40 monthly |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $48.55 per hour |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $971.00 |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $12,137.50 annual |
| Community College (Annual) | $3,884.00 annual |
| State University (Annual) | $9,710.00 annual |
Pets 9 services
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $58.26 |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $97.10 annual |
| Dog Grooming | $58.26 |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $38.84 per night |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $291.30 |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $194.20 |
| Pet Emergency Visit | $776.80 |
| Dental Cleaning (Dog) | $388.40 |
| Microchipping | $48.55 |
Complete Cost Data
Housing Costs
| Cost of Living Index | 97.1 |
| Median Rent | $826 |
| Rent Burden | 45.4% |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,394 |
| FMR Studio | $887 |
| FMR 1-Bedroom | $935 |
| FMR 2-Bedroom | $1,149 |
| FMR 3-Bedroom | $1,497 |
| FMR 4-Bedroom | $1,733 |
Childcare (Monthly)
| Infant (Center) | $667 |
| Toddler (Center) | $632 |
| Preschool (Center) | $619 |
| Infant (Family) | $611 |
| Toddler (Family) | $589 |
| Preschool (Family) | $580 |
Income Context
| Median Income | $35,938 |
| Per Capita Income | $13,416 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $48,428 |