Rosita, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Rosita is a small town in Texas with a population of 3,023. Residents earn $64,654 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
3,023 Population 385/sq mi density
$64,654 Median Income $20,517 per capita
$115,200 Home Value
$575 Median Rent
70°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$64,654 median income, 5.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$115,200 home value, $575/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,654
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $115,200
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.3%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $575
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.7%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.4%
50% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,023
Median Age24.9 yrs
Density385/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 19%

Economy

B+
Median Income$64,654
Per Capita$20,517
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$2,534M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$115,200
Rent$575
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain20.8 in/yr
Elevation734 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.3%
High School+64.2%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute36 min
Libraries2

Is Rosita a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rosita receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times, high obesity rates. Rosita offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rosita is $64,654, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rosita is $115,200, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $575 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 64.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Rosita enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Rosita has a population of 3,023 with a density of 385 people per square mile. The median age is 24.9 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (25.5%), with 18.8% White, 1.2% Black.

Population

3,023
Total Population
385
People / sq mi
24.9yrs
Median Age
36% below US avg
7.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Rosita vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only8.5%
89% below US avg
Spanish91.5%
583% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Rosita vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rosita is $64,654, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Rosita vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,654
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,517
Avg Weekly Wage$834
IRS Avg AGI$44,398

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
50% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)957
County GDP$2,534M

Business (County)

Restaurants80
Healthcare106
Retail158
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,960
42% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Rosita is $115,200, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $575 (51% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$115,200
59% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$575
51% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,960
42% above US avg
Effective Rate4.31%
In Rosita, 43.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.0% report depression. 41.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.7%
36% above US avg
Diabetes17.4%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure34.6%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.4%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity41.8%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress18.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate57.9%
Checkup Rate70.5%
Premature Death10,667/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.7/10
Exercise Access59.8%
Healthcare Facilities106

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Rosita has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average70.2°F
30% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average86°F (30°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.8 inches
45% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation734 ft (224 m)
Area7.9 sq mi (20.4 km²)
Population Density385/sq mi
Coordinates28.6255°N, 100.4278°W
County FIPS48323
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 4.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59%
D 40.5%

Winner: Republican by 18.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.3%
87% below US avg
High School+64.2%
School Test Score5.10
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density385/sq mi
Total Area7.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities106
Restaurants80
Retail Stores158

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

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