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Riviera, TX

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Riviera is a small town in Texas with a population of 730. Residents earn $71,474 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
730 Population 198/sq mi density
$71,474 Median Income $33,174 per capita
$101,300 Home Value $233,572 Zillow
72°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$71,474 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$101,300 home value
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,474
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $101,300
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.4%
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.9%
93% lower than US avg

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

People

Population730
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density198/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 35%
Veterans21.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,474
Per Capita$33,174
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty0.9%
County GDP$1,563M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$101,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$233,572
Housing Units376
Rent Burden33.3%

Health

Obesity36.8%
Uninsured26.4%
Smoking12.0%
Depression19.9%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain30.3 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation31 ft (9 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.4%
High School+86.8%
Graduate+11.7%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute26 min
Broadband92.6%
Libraries1

Is Riviera a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Riviera receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Riviera stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Riviera is $71,474, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Riviera is $101,300, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Riviera has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Riviera has a population of 730 with a density of 198 people per square mile. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (35.2%), with 3.8% Hispanic, 5.1% Black.

Population

730
Total Population
198
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
3.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Riviera vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only58.1%
26% below US avg
Spanish41.9%
213% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Riviera vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Riviera is $71,474, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Riviera vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,474
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,174
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$56,998

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.9%
93% below US avg
Establishments (County)631
County GDP$1,563M

Business (County)

Restaurants82
Healthcare72
Retail86
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,955
99% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.7 min
Drive Alone73.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Riviera is $101,300, 64% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $233,572.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$101,300
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$233,572

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden33.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.5%
Housing Units376
Median Year Built1984

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,955
99% above US avg
Effective Rate6.87%
In Riviera, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% of residents lack health insurance. 12.0% are current smokers. 19.9% report depression. 31.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes13.4%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma8.7%
COPD4.8%
Cancer5.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.0%
14% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity31.2%
Depression19.9%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep38.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.3%
Uninsured26.4%
207% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.3%
Dental Visits49.0%
Premature Death10,643/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.6/10
Exercise Access69.3%
Healthcare Facilities72
Riviera has an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.3 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average72.1°F
34% above US avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.3 inches
20% below US avg
Snowfall0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation31 ft (9 m)
Area3.7 sq mi (9.6 km²)
Population Density198/sq mi
Coordinates27.2995°N, 97.7981°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48273
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12.7-point margin. 92.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.1%
D 43.3%

Winner: Republican by 12.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.4%
25% below US avg
High School+86.8%
Graduate Degree+11.7%
School Test Score5.10
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density198/sq mi
Total Area3.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.6%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities72
Restaurants82
Retail Stores86

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.7 min
Drive Alone73.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

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