San Perlita, TX

Texas

San Perlita is a small town in Texas with a population of 457. Residents earn $71,250 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
457 Population 879/sq mi density
$71,250 Median Income $22,244 per capita
$55,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
73°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$71,250 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$55,000 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,250
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $55,000
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.1%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.4%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.6%
2% higher than US avg

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

People

Population457
Median Age31.5 yrs
Density879/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 48%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,250
Per Capita$22,244
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty12.6%
County GDP$684M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$55,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.8%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain28.1 in/yr
Elevation20 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.1%
High School+76.2%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute16 min

Is San Perlita a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, San Perlita receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. San Perlita offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in San Perlita is $71,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 12.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in San Perlita is $55,000, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

San Perlita has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

San Perlita has a population of 457 with a density of 879 people per square mile. The median age is 31.5 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (47.5%).

Population

457
Total Population
879
People / sq mi
31.5yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

San Perlita vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only35.7%
55% below US avg
Spanish64.3%
380% above US avg

Social Characteristics

San Perlita vs U.S. Average

The median household income in San Perlita is $71,250, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: San Perlita vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,250
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,244
Avg Weekly Wage$861
IRS Avg AGI$41,143

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.6%
2% above US avg
Establishments (County)318
County GDP$684M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare33
Retail36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,378
25% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.4 min
Work from Home7.3%

Walkability

The median home value in San Perlita is $55,000, 80% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$55,000
80% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,378
25% above US avg
Effective Rate7.96%
In San Perlita, 42.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.8% report depression. 41.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: San Perlita vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.4%
32% above US avg
Diabetes17.6%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure34.2%
Asthma8.7%
COPD5.7%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity41.5%
Depression18.8%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress17.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate67.2%
Checkup Rate70.3%
Premature Death11,567/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment3.6/10
Exercise Access62.3%
Healthcare Facilities33

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

San Perlita has an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 85°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average73.2°F
36% above US avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average85°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.1 inches
26% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density879/sq mi
Coordinates26.5010°N, 97.6396°W
County FIPS48489
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.3%
D 48.1%

Winner: Republican by 3.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.1%
55% below US avg
High School+76.2%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density879/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants26
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.4 min
Work from Home7.3%

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