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Sabinal, TX

Texas · Uvalde County

Sabinal is a small town in Texas with a population of 739. Residents earn $32,800 per year, which is 56% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
739 Population 621/sq mi density
$32,800 Median Income $21,144 per capita
$82,300 Home Value $188,092 Zillow
$581 Median Rent 27.6% income on rent
70°F Avg Temperature 312 sunny days/yr
59 Violent Crime/100K 1,299 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$32,800 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$82,300 home value, $581/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
59 violent crimes/100K (84% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
18.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,800
56% lower than US avg
Home Value $82,300
71% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 59/100K
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.1%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent $581
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.6%
26% higher than US avg

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

People

Population739
Median Age56.6 yrs
Density621/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 64%
Veterans17.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$32,800
Per Capita$21,144
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty15.6%
County GDP$1,257M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$82,300
Rent$581
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$188,092
Housing Units472
Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

F
Violent59/100K
Property1,299/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault59/100K
Burglary118/100K

Health

Obesity41.1%
Uninsured27.8%
Smoking13.4%
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain24.9 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation954 ft (291 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.1%
High School+79.3%
Graduate+2.9%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute26 min
Broadband60.1%
Libraries3

Is Sabinal a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sabinal is $32,800, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. The poverty rate of 15.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sabinal is $82,300, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $581 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Sabinal is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 59 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,299 per 100,000, 34% below the national average.

Education

18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Sabinal enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 312 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Sabinal has a population of 739 with a density of 621 people per square mile. The median age is 56.6 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.4%), with 2.3% Hispanic, 1.1% Black.

Population

739
Total Population
621
People / sq mi
56.6yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Sabinal vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only60.4%
23% below US avg
Spanish39.6%
196% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Sabinal vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sabinal is $32,800, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Sabinal vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,800
56% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,144
Avg Weekly Wage$904
IRS Avg AGI$58,027

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.6%
26% above US avg
Establishments (County)703
County GDP$1,257M

Business (County)

Restaurants78
Healthcare66
Retail105
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,453
113% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate9.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.3 min
Drive Alone77.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Sabinal is $82,300, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $581 (50% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $188,092.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$82,300
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$188,092

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$581
50% below US avg
Rent Burden27.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.3%
Housing Units472
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,453
113% above US avg
Effective Rate9.06%
In Sabinal, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.8% of residents lack health insurance. 13.4% are current smokers. 21.0% report depression. 33.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes14.5%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.6%
Asthma9.1%
COPD5.7%
Cancer5.3%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.4%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity33.4%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress15.0%
Short Sleep38.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.1%
Uninsured27.8%
223% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,091
Dentists1:2,771
Mental Health1:1,189
Checkup Rate72.2%
Dental Visits50.4%
Premature Death13,124/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.0/10
Exercise Access60.3%
Healthcare Facilities66
Sabinal has a violent crime rate of 59 per 100,000 residents, 84% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,299 per 100,000 (34% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent59.0/100K
84% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault59.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,298.7/100K
34% below US avg
Burglary118.1/100K
Theft1,180.6/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Sabinal has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.9 inches. The area enjoys 312 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average69.6°F
29% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.9 inches
34% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation954 ft (291 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density621/sq mi
Coordinates29.3213°N, 99.4695°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyUvalde County County
County FIPS48463
Sabinal is located in Uvalde County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.4-point margin. 60.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.4%
D 32.9%

Winner: Republican by 33.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.1%
46% below US avg
High School+79.3%
Graduate Degree+2.9%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density621/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi
CountyUvalde County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.1%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities66
Restaurants78
Retail Stores105

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.3 min
Drive Alone77.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.6%

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