Texas
Raymondville is a small city in Texas with a population of 10,243. Residents earn $42,148 per year, which is 44% below the national average.
Based on current data, Raymondville receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Raymondville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Raymondville is $42,148, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 22.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Raymondville is $48,200, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $945 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 1,107 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,075 per 100,000, 159% above the national average.
8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Raymondville has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 42.4% |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 57.6% |
| 330% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $42,148 |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $20,365 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $861 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $41,143 |
| Unemployment | 5.8% |
| 61% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 22.3% |
| 80% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 318 |
| County GDP | $684M |
| Restaurants | 26 |
| Healthcare | 33 |
| Retail | 36 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,378 |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 9.08% |
| Commute Time | 16.1 min |
| Work from Home | 7.7% |
| Census Median | $48,200 |
| 83% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $114,662 |
| Census Median Rent | $945 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
| Owner-Occupied | 67.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,378 |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 9.08% |
| Obesity | 45.3% |
| 41% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 20.1% |
| Heart Disease | 8.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.4% |
| Asthma | 8.9% |
| COPD | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 4.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 46.1% |
| Depression | 19.2% |
| Mental Distress | 18.6% |
| Physical Distress | 19.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 72.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 70.2% |
| Premature Death | 11,567/100K |
| Food Environment | 3.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 62.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 33 |
| Total Violent | 1,106.8/100K |
| 191% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 36.0/100K |
| Robbery | 54.0/100K |
| Assault | 1,016.8/100K |
| Total Property | 5,075.1/100K |
| 159% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,403.8/100K |
| Theft | 3,527.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 144.0/100K |
| Arson | 126.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 74.4°F |
| 38% above US avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 86°F (30°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 25.5 inches |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 29 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 4.1 sq mi (10.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,486/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.4757°N, 97.7777°W |
| County FIPS | 48489 |
Winner: Republican by 3.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 8.1% |
| 76% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 69.7% |
| School Test Score | 5.10 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 2,486/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.1 sq mi |
| Healthcare Facilities | 33 |
| Restaurants | 26 |
| Retail Stores | 36 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 16.1 min |
| Work from Home | 7.7% |