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Santa Clara, TX

Texas · Comal County · Metropolitan Area

Santa Clara is a small town in Texas with a population of 677. Residents earn $90,139 per year, which is 20% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
677 Population 297/sq mi density
$90,139 Median Income $42,194 per capita
$316,300 Home Value $487,954 Zillow
$908 Median Rent 21.1% income on rent
67°F Avg Temperature 300 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$90,139 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$316,300 home value, $908/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,139
20% higher than US avg
Home Value $316,300
12% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.5%
21% lower than US avg
Median Rent $908
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.5%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.1%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population677
Median Age48.3 yrs
Density297/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 76%
Veterans16.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$90,139
Per Capita$42,194
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty12.1%
County GDP$12,084M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$316,300
Rent$908
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$487,954
Housing Units271
Rent Burden21.1%

Health

Obesity32.5%
Uninsured14.7%
Smoking12.9%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F (20°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain33.6 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation702 ft (214 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.5%
High School+90.3%
Graduate+4.2%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute32 min
Broadband92.9%
Libraries6

Is Santa Clara a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Santa Clara receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Santa Clara stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Santa Clara is $90,139, 20% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 12.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Santa Clara is $316,300, 12% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $908 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Santa Clara enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Santa Clara has a population of 677 with a density of 297 people per square mile. The median age is 48.3 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.4%), with 2.2% Black.

Population

677
Total Population
297
People / sq mi
48.3yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Santa Clara vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.9%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.1%
5% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Santa Clara vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Santa Clara is $90,139, which is 20% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Santa Clara vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,139
20% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,194
Avg Weekly Wage$1,116
IRS Avg AGI$111,112

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.1%
2% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,146
County GDP$12,084M

Business (County)

Restaurants452
Healthcare517
Retail490
Manufacturing152

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,785
151% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.5 min
Drive Alone72.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Santa Clara is $316,300, 12% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $908 (22% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $487,954.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$316,300
12% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$487,954
Median List Price$650,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$650,000
$/Sq Ft$251
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.5%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$908
22% below US avg
Rent Burden21.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.5%
Housing Units271
Median Year Built1994

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,785
151% above US avg
Effective Rate2.78%
In Santa Clara, 32.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.7% of residents lack health insurance. 12.9% are current smokers. 24.6% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Santa Clara vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.5%
1% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.4%
Cancer6.7%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.9%
8% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.6%
Uninsured14.7%
71% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,683
Dentists1:1,539
Mental Health1:536
Checkup Rate73.2%
Dental Visits57.3%
Premature Death6,848/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access72.2%
Healthcare Facilities517
Santa Clara has an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.6 inches. The area enjoys 300 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average67.1°F
24% above US avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.6 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation702 ft (214 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²)
Population Density297/sq mi
Coordinates29.5931°N, 98.1606°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyComal County County
County FIPS48091
Santa Clara is located in Comal County County. It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.5-point margin. 92.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.3%
D 26.8%

Winner: Republican by 45.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.5%
21% below US avg
High School+90.3%
Graduate Degree+4.2%
School Test Score5.10
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density297/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi
CountyComal County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.9%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities517
Restaurants452
Retail Stores490

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.5 min
Drive Alone72.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.9%

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