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Ranchos Penitas West, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Ranchos Penitas West is a small town in Texas with a population of 420. Residents earn $90,500 per year, which is 20% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
420 Population 203/sq mi density
$90,500 Median Income $28,202 per capita
75°F Avg Temperature 323 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$90,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,500
20% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.7%
80% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.9%
44% lower than US avg

How Ranchos Penitas West Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population420
Median Age42.5 yrs
Density203/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 37%
Veterans11.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$90,500
Per Capita$28,202
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.9%
County GDP$16,131M
Commute25 min

Health

Obesity39.8%
Uninsured34.5%
Smoking11.2%
Depression17.0%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain19.7 in/yr
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation494 ft (151 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.7%
High School+59.2%
Graduate+4.9%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 49%
Commute25 min
Broadband70.3%
Libraries5

Is Ranchos Penitas West a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ranchos Penitas West receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Ranchos Penitas West offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ranchos Penitas West is $90,500, 20% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Education

6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 59.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Ranchos Penitas West has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 89°F in July. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Ranchos Penitas West has a population of 420 with a density of 203 people per square mile. The median age is 42.5 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (37.4%).

Population

420
Total Population
203
People / sq mi
42.5yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.3%
Female 45.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Ranchos Penitas West vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only2.2%
97% below US avg
Spanish97.8%
630% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Ranchos Penitas West vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ranchos Penitas West is $90,500, which is 20% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Ranchos Penitas West vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,500
20% above US avg
Per Capita Income$28,202
Avg Weekly Wage$892
IRS Avg AGI$50,156

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.9%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,996
County GDP$16,131M

Business (County)

Restaurants471
Healthcare545
Retail744
Manufacturing77

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,037
101% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.7 min
Drive Alone56.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

In Ranchos Penitas West, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 34.5% of residents lack health insurance. 11.2% are current smokers. 17.0% report depression. 35.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Ranchos Penitas West vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes14.7%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma7.8%
COPD4.0%
Cancer4.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.2%
20% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity35.6%
Depression17.0%
Mental Distress15.3%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep37.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate66.2%
Uninsured34.5%
301% above US avg
Checkup Rate70.4%
Dental Visits51.7%
Premature Death8,920/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access92.2%
Healthcare Facilities545
Ranchos Penitas West has an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 89°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.7 inches. The area enjoys 323 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

58°F Jan (14°C) 89°F Jul (32°C)
Annual Average75.0°F
39% above US avg
January Average58°F (14°C)
July Average89°F (32°C)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.7 inches
48% below US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation494 ft (151 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²)
Population Density203/sq mi
Coordinates27.6745°N, 99.6035°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48479
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.2-point margin. 70.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.7%
D 48.5%

Winner: Republican by 2.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.7%
80% below US avg
High School+59.2%
Graduate Degree+4.9%
School Test Score5.10
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density203/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.3%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities545
Restaurants471
Retail Stores744

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.7 min
Drive Alone56.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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