Raymondville, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $37,500

50% lower than US avg

Home Value $96,400

66% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 8.9%

74% lower than US avg

Median Rent $488

58% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.4%

23% higher than US avg

Unemployment 11.6%

222% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 17.2%

39% higher than US avg

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

People

Population591

Median Age35.5 yrs

Density200/mi²

Male / Female46% / 54%

Largest GroupWhite 98%

Veterans9.7%

Economy

Median Income$37,500

Per Capita$25,829

Unemployment11.6%

Poverty17.2%

Commute27 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$96,400

Rent$488

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$174,500

Housing Units217

Rent Burden19.8%

Health

Obesity39.4%

Uninsured9.3%

Smoking19.3%

Depression27.3%

Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain42.8 in/yr

Sunny Days258/yr

Elevation1,322 ft (403 m)

Education

Bachelor's+8.9%

High School+82.4%

Graduate+3.8%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute27 min

Broadband79.5%

Is Raymondville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Raymondville receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Raymondville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Raymondville is $37,500, 50% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 17.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Raymondville is $96,400, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $488 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Raymondville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches, including 5.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Raymondville has a population of 591 with a density of 200 people per square mile, spread across 3.0 square miles. The median age is 35.5 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.8% female and 46.2% male. The city is predominantly White (97.5%), with 2% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.8% of residents. 9.7% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 32.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 81.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

591

Total Population

200

People / sq mi

35.5yrs

Median Age

9% below US avg

3.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%

Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Raymondville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	99.8%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.2%
	99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Raymondville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Raymondville is $37,500, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,829 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 11.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 1.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Raymondville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$37,500
	50% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$25,829

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	11.6%
	222% above US avg
Poverty Rate	17.2%
	39% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	26.7 min
Drive Alone	81.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	1.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Raymondville is $96,400, 66% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $174,500, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $488 (58% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 217 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1974. 19.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$96,400
	66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$174,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$488
	58% below US avg
Rent Burden	19.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$732
1 Bedroom	$775
2 Bedrooms	$970
3 Bedrooms	$1,265
4 Bedrooms	$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	68.8%
Housing Units	217
Median Year Built	1974

Property Tax

In Raymondville, 39.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.7% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.2% of residents. 34.7% have high blood pressure. 19.3% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.7% report binge drinking. 30.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 27.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.4% experience frequent mental distress. 9.3% of residents lack health insurance.

Health Metrics: Raymondville vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.4%
	23% above US avg
Diabetes	10.7%
Heart Disease	6.2%
High Blood Pressure	34.7%
Asthma	10.9%
COPD	8.2%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	19.3%
	38% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.7%
Physical Inactivity	30.1%
Depression	27.3%
Mental Distress	20.4%
Physical Distress	14.9%
Short Sleep	41.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	81.8%
Uninsured	9.3%
	8% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.9%
Dental Visits	55.2%

Food & Exercise

Raymondville experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches. The area receives 5.4 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 1,322 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	55.1°F
	2% above US avg
January Average	31°F (-1°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	258 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	42.8 inches
	13% above US avg
Snowfall	5.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,322 ft (403 m)
Area	3.0 sq mi (7.6 km²)
Population Density	200/sq mi
Coordinates	37.3398°N, 91.8340°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	31°F (-1°C)	2.0 in	Coldest, Driest
February	36°F (2°C)	2.4 in
March	45°F (7°C)	4.0 in
April	55°F (13°C)	4.2 in
May	64°F (18°C)	4.6 in	Wettest
June	72°F (22°C)	3.9 in
July	77°F (25°C)	3.5 in	Warmest
August	76°F (24°C)	3.7 in
September	68°F (20°C)	4.0 in
October	57°F (14°C)	3.5 in
November	45°F (7°C)	3.8 in
December	36°F (2°C)	3.4 in

Raymondville has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F — from 31°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.6") and January the driest (2.0").

8.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 74% below the national average of 33.7%. 82.4% have completed high school. 3.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 79.5% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). 81.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%

D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	8.9%
	74% below US avg
High School+	82.4%
Graduate Degree+	3.8%
School Test Score	5.51

D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	200/sq mi
Total Area	3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	79.5%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	26.7 min
Drive Alone	81.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	1.8%

Frequently Asked Questions About Raymondville

What is the population of Raymondville?

Raymondville has a population of 591 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 200 people per square mile, spread across 3.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.5 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.8% female and 46.2% male.

Is Raymondville expensive to live in?

Raymondville is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $37,500, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $96,400 (66% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $488 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Raymondville?

Raymondville has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.8 inches, with 5.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Raymondville?

The job market in Raymondville faces challenges, with unemployment at 11.6% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 1.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Raymondville?

The median home value in Raymondville is $96,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $174,500. For renters, the median monthly rent is $488. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Raymondville?

Schools in Raymondville score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 8.9% of adults in Raymondville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.4% have completed high school. 3.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Raymondville?

The obesity rate in Raymondville is 39.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.3% of adults are smokers. 30.1% are physically inactive. 27.3% of residents report depression. 9.3% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in Raymondville?

The average commute in Raymondville is 27 minutes. 81.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 1.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Raymondville?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Raymondville is 97.5% White, 2% Hispanic or Latino. 99.8% of residents speak only English at home. 9.7% of the population are military veterans. 32.2% of residents have a disability. 81.8% have health insurance coverage.

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