Bachelor's+ 57.1%

69% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.7%

17% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 8.7%

30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population298

Median Age42.0 yrs

Density307/mi²

Male / Female56% / 44%

Largest GroupWhite 85%

Veterans4.6%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$64,407

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty8.7%

County GDP$3,781M

Commute27 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$222,612

Housing Units288

Rent Burden31.0%

Health

Obesity37.7%

Uninsured27.6%

Smoking12.2%

Depression20.2%

Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain27.5 in/yr

Sunny Days312/yr

Elevation123 ft (37 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+57.1%

High School+61.7%

Graduate+16.1%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%

Commute27 min

Broadband100.0%

Libraries7

Is Sandia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sandia receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Sandia stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Education

Sandia is a highly educated community — 57.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 61.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Sandia has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 312 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Sandia has a population of 298 with a density of 307 people per square mile. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.9%).

Population

298

Total Population

307

People / sq mi

42.0yrs

Median Age

8% above US avg

1.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.7%

Female 44.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Sandia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	65.2%
	17% below US avg
Spanish	34.8%
	160% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Sandia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sandia is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Sandia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$64,407
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,213
IRS Avg AGI	$63,370

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	8.7%
	30% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,217
County GDP	$3,781M

Business (County)

Restaurants	185
Healthcare	112
Retail	156
Manufacturing	40

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,590
	88% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	27.0 min
Drive Alone	89.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $222,612.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values


Zillow ZHVI	$222,612

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft	$153
Homes Sold	1
Sale-to-List Ratio	94.5%
Price Drops	0.0%
Inventory	1

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	31.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	83.3%
Housing Units	288
Median Year Built	1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,590
	88% above US avg

In Sandia, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.6% of residents lack health insurance. 12.2% are current smokers. 20.2% report depression. 33.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.7%
	17% above US avg
Diabetes	14.0%
Heart Disease	5.4%
High Blood Pressure	31.8%
Asthma	9.0%
COPD	4.8%
Cancer	4.8%
Stroke	3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	12.2%
	13% below US avg
Binge Drinking	16.6%
Physical Inactivity	33.6%
Depression	20.2%
Mental Distress	16.7%
Physical Distress	14.3%
Short Sleep	40.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	27.6%
	221% above US avg
Primary Care	1:4,356
Dentists	1:2,498
Mental Health	1:2,019
Checkup Rate	72.1%
Dental Visits	47.0%
Premature Death	11,605/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.0/10
Exercise Access	72.6%
Healthcare Facilities	112

Sandia has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.5 inches. The area enjoys 312 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

55°F Jan (13°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	71.1°F
	32% above US avg
January Average	55°F (13°C)
July Average	84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	312 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	27.5 inches
	28% below US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	123 ft (37 m)
Area	1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density	307/sq mi
Coordinates	28.0212°N, 97.8676°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	San Patricio County County
County FIPS	48409

Sandia is located in San Patricio County County. It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 57.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.4-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.8%

D 31.4%

Winner: Republican by 36.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	57.1%
	69% above US avg
High School+	61.7%
Graduate Degree+	16.1%
School Test Score	5.10

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2	Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density	307/sq mi
Total Area	1.0 sq mi
County	San Patricio County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	100.0%
Public Libraries	7
Healthcare Facilities	112
Restaurants	185
Retail Stores	156

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	17
FEMA Disaster Declarations	182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	27.0 min
Drive Alone	89.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Sandia, TX

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

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Is Sandia a Good Place to Live?

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Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Sandia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Sandia vs U.S. Average

Income: Sandia vs U.S.

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Employment & Poverty

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Tax & Cost of Living

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HUD Fair Market Rent

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

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Temperature

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2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

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