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Rancho Viejo, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Rancho Viejo is a small town in Texas with a population of 166.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
166 Population 81/sq mi density
$244,000 Home Value $294,481 Zillow
$1,426 Median Rent 18.4% income on rent
76°F Avg Temperature 312 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $244,000
13% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.4%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,426
23% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.5%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 20.4%
467% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.4%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population166
Median Age24.9 yrs
Density81/mi²
Male / Female78% / 22%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Veterans6.3%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$42,429
Unemployment20.4%
Poverty6.4%
County GDP$17,387M
Commute27 min

Housing

Home Value$244,000
Rent$1,426
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$294,481
Housing Units1,228
Rent Burden18.4%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property400/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary80/100K

Health

Obesity34.5%
Uninsured22.1%
Smoking15.2%
Depression18.0%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp76°F (24°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain28.2 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.4%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+23.6%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 47%
Commute27 min
Broadband94.8%
Libraries9

Is Rancho Viejo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rancho Viejo receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate. Rancho Viejo has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 20.4%, unemployment is notably high. Only 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rancho Viejo is $244,000, 13% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,426 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163.

Safety & Crime

Rancho Viejo 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

24.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Rancho Viejo 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.

Rancho Viejo has a population of 166 with a density of 81 people per square mile. The median age is 24.9 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.5%).

Population

166
Total Population
81
People / sq mi
24.9yrs
Median Age
36% below US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 77.7%
Female 22.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Rancho Viejo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only29.7%
62% below US avg
Spanish70.3%
425% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Rancho Viejo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rancho Viejo is N/A. The unemployment rate is 20.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Rancho Viejo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$42,429
Avg Weekly Wage$857
IRS Avg AGI$48,428

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment20.4%
467% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.4%
48% 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 Rate2.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Drive Alone79.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Rancho Viejo is $244,000, 13% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,426 (23% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $294,481.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$244,000
13% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$294,481
Median List Price$572,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$572,500
$/Sq Ft$168
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops18.5%
Inventory27

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,426
23% above US avg
Rent Burden18.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.8%
Housing Units1,228
Median Year Built1984

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,394
83% above US avg
Effective Rate2.62%
In Rancho Viejo, 34.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.1% of residents lack health insurance. 15.2% are current smokers. 18.0% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Rancho Viejo vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.5%
7% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure36.2%
Asthma8.1%
COPD5.9%
Cancer5.3%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.2%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.0%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression18.0%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress11.3%
Short Sleep41.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.2%
Uninsured22.1%
157% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,034
Dentists1:3,127
Mental Health1:1,028
Checkup Rate70.8%
Dental Visits41.8%
Premature Death9,065/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.8/10
Exercise Access74.5%
Healthcare Facilities1,060
Rancho Viejo 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 US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property399.7/100K
80% below US avg
Burglary79.9/100K
Theft319.7/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Rancho Viejo has an average annual temperature of 76°F (24°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.2 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) 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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.2 inches
26% below US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density81/sq mi
Coordinates26.0358°N, 97.5554°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48061
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 24.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5.8-point margin. 94.8% 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+24.4%
28% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+23.6%
School Test Score5.10
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density81/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.8%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities1,060
Restaurants815
Retail Stores1,030

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Drive Alone79.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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