Santa Monica, TX
Texas · Willacy County
Santa Monica is a small town in Texas with a population of 10.
Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated August 2026
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How Santa Monica Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Housing
Health
Climate
Education
ACommunity
Is Santa Monica a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Santa Monica receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Santa Monica stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 40.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Santa Monica has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.0 inches.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Santa Monica vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Santa Monica vs U.S. Average
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Zillow ZHVI | $210,333 |
Rental Costs
| Rent Burden | 30.9% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 100.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 100.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 0.0% |
| Housing Units | 3 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,378 |
| 25% above US avg |
Health Metrics: Santa Monica vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 43.2% |
| 35% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 17.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.0% |
| Asthma | 9.5% |
| COPD | 6.6% |
| Cancer | 4.5% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 15.6% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 15.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 43.7% |
| Depression | 20.5% |
| Mental Distress | 18.5% |
| Physical Distress | 18.4% |
| Short Sleep | 41.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| Uninsured | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:2,540 |
| Dentists | 1:20,143 |
| Mental Health | 1:2,226 |
| Checkup Rate | 70.9% |
| Dental Visits | 45.0% |
| Premature Death | 11,567/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 3.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 62.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 33 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.0°F |
| 39% above US avg | |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 86°F (30°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 18 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.3694°N, 97.5889°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Willacy County County |
| Nearest Airport | Valley International (HRL) 11 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 77.5 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 95.0 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 3.7 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Moderate |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively High |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Coastal Flood | Very Low |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61°F (16°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 65°F (18°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 2.5 in | |
| June | 85°F (29°C) | 2.3 in | |
| July | 86°F (30°C) | 1.8 in | |
| August | 86°F (30°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 5.3 in | Wettest |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 68°F (20°C) | 1.8 in | |
| December | 62°F (17°C) | 1.2 in |
Santa Monica has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F / from 61°F in January to 86°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 24.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (5.3") and February the driest (0.7").
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 3.3 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 0.0 / 4.0 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 40.0% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 100.0% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 37.5% |
| School Test Score | 4.52 |
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K-20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.0 sq mi |
| County | Willacy County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 100.0% |
| Avg Download Speed | 164.0 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 94.4 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 6 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 9 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 33 |
| Restaurants | 26 |
| Retail Stores | 36 |
Commute & Transportation
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $243 ($146-$388) |
| Specialist Visit | $340 ($194-$534) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $194 ($97-$340) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $2,136 ($777-$4,855) |
| Dental Cleaning | $126 ($73-$194) |
| Dental Filling | $243 ($146-$388) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $44 ($24-$73) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $73 ($49-$117) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $291 ($146-$486) |
| Tire Rotation | $39 ($19-$73) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $583 ($388-$971) |
| Battery Replacement | $194 ($97-$340) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $97 ($58-$146) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $87 ($49-$136) |
| HVAC Repair | $388 ($146-$777) |
| HVAC System Install | $6,797 ($3,884-$11,652) |
| Roof Repair | $971 ($388-$1,942) |
| Roof Replacement | $8,739 ($5,341-$14,565) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,457 ($486-$3,399) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $14,565 ($4,855-$29,130) |
| DUI Defense | $4,855 ($1,942-$9,710) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,457 ($777-$2,913) |
| Will Preparation | $486 ($194-$971) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,428 ($971-$4,855) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $24 ($15-$44) |
| Women's Haircut | $53 ($29-$97) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $146 ($73-$243) |
| Manicure | $24 ($15-$44) |
| Pedicure | $39 ($24-$63) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $78 ($49-$126) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $3.98 ($2.91-$5.34) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.40 ($2.43-$4.86) |
| Loaf of Bread | $3.69 ($2.43-$5.34) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $4.37 ($2.91-$6.31) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $5.34 ($3.88-$7.28) |
| Rice (per lb) | $0.97 ($0.58-$1.75) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $136 ($78-$243) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $68 ($29-$146) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $68 ($39-$117) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $68 ($39-$97) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $63 ($29-$97) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $83 ($49-$146) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $194 ($73-$486) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $1,942 ($1,165-$3,399) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $68 ($29-$126) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $15 ($7.77-$24) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $97 ($29-$243) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $29 ($15-$73) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,165 ($583-$2,428) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $971 ($486-$1,942) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $388 ($194-$680) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $49 ($24-$97) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $971 ($388-$2,428) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $12,138 ($4,855-$29,130) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $58 ($29-$97) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $97 ($49-$194) |
| Dog Grooming | $58 ($29-$97) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $39 ($19-$73) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $291 ($146-$486) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $194 ($97-$388) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $624 |
| Toddler | $589 |
| Preschool | $576 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $567 |
| Toddler | $546 |
| Preschool | $537 |
Top Industries in Willacy County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 545 | 31 | $41,495 | 0.88 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 440 | 32 | $18,302 | 1.13 |
| Retail Trade | 335 | 35 | $36,638 | 0.78 |
| Finance & Insurance | 96 | 16 | $74,939 | 0.55 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 42 | 4 | $27,619 | 0.58 |
| Real Estate | 36 | 12 | $32,409 | 0.54 |
Radio Stations near Santa Monica
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| LA COMADRE 107.1 (Matamoros) - 107.1 FM - XHVTH-FM - Multimedios Radio - Matamoros, Tamaulipas (MX) | 107.1 fm, américa | AAC 93 kbps | |
| Puro Texas Conjunto Radio | conjuntos | MP3 128 kbps | |
| WiLD 104-9 HD | pop, top 40 | AAC+ 48 kbps |
National Parks Near Santa Monica
6 national parks and monuments found near Santa Monica.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Bentsen - Rio Grande Valley State Park | State Park | Free |
| Boca Chica | State Park | Free |
| Estero Llano Grande State ParK | State Park | Free |
| Padre Island National Seashore | National Seashore | $25 |
| Palo Alto Battlefield National Historical Park | National Historical Park | Free |
| Resaca de la Palma State Park | State Park | Free |
Museums in Santa Monica
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HARLINGEN ARTS & HERITAGE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 9562164901 | $83,614 | |
| HARLINGEN HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| HISTORICAL & COMMUNITY CENTER OF RAYMONDVILLE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 427 S 7TH ST | 9566892668 | |
| IWO JIMA MEMORIAL MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 320 N IWO JIMA BLVD | ||
| NARCISCO MRTNZ CULTURAL ARTS CENTER | ART MUSEUM | 225 EAST STENGER | 9563670335 | |
| RAMYONDVILLE HISTORICAL CENTER | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 427 S 7TH ST | 9566896604 | |
| RIO GRANDE VALLEY SPORTS HALL OF FAME | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| SAN BENITO HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION |
Libraries in Santa Monica
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HARLINGEN PUBLIC LIBRARY | 410 76 DR | 0.0 | 278,272 | |||
| SAN BENITO PUBLIC LIBRARY | 101 W ROSE ST | 0.0 | 89,752 | |||
| BAILEY H DUNLAP MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 400 S MAIN ST | 0.0 | 33,927 | |||
| REBER MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 193 N 4TH ST | 0.0 | 28,800 | |||
| RIO HONDO PUBLIC LIBRARY | 121 W ARROYO BLVD | 0.0 | 8,586 |
Farmers Markets in Santa Monica
Cell Towers in Santa Monica
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 21834 Tamm Lane (Harlingen 1B #36395) | TOWER | 149 |
| 300 Tower Road (78131) | GTOWER | 137 |
| 1 MILE SOUTH OF PORT MANSFIELD ON 186 | GTOWER | 137 |
| 25550 HWY. 186 (78129) | GTOWER | 127 |
| 25550 Hwy 186 (78129) | GTOWER | 127 |
| 1.35 miles N of SR-733, 1.35 miles E of SR-2556, 2.0 miles S of | TOWER | 121 |
| 2.7 MI SW OF RAYMONDVILLE | GTOWER | 102 |
| (La Feria site).2 miles north of 83, E. Side of Beddoes Road | TOWER | 84 |
| 36412 MARSHALL HUTTS ROAD (65327) | LTOWER | 60 |
| 36412 MARSHALL HUTTS ROAD (65327) | LTOWER | 60 |
| 36412 MARSHALL HUTTS ROAD (65327) | LTOWER | 60 |
| NORTHEAST CORNER OF 2ND STREET AND RABB ROAD (65310) | LTOWER | 50 |
| (MTSO Harlingen) 521 East Jackson Street | TOWER | 49 |
| 4802 NORTH HIGHWAY 77 (65331) | MTOWER | 47 |
| 1.15 MILES NORTH OF 2629 ON HWY 77 (78132) | LTOWER | 47 |
| 1.15 MILES NORTH OF 2629 ON HWY 77 (78132) | LTOWER | 47 |
| 1729 E. Vinson (Commerce #35446) | TOWER | 38 |
| 2 MILES NORTH OF LAGUNA ATASCOSA NATIONAL WILDLIFE (65332) | LTOWER | 37 |
| 2 MILES NORTH OF LAGUNA ATASCOSA NATIONAL WILDLIFE (65332) | LTOWER | 37 |
| 2 MILES NORTH OF LAGUNA ATASCOSA NATIONAL WILDLIFE (65332) | LTOWER | 37 |
| 20515 FM 507 (131019) | MTOWER | 34 |
| 203 W FIRST ST (65312) | MTOWER | 34 |
| (San Benito DT) 731 E. Business Hwy 77 | TOWER | 34 |
Bridges in Santa Monica
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1977 | 110 | 671 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2013 | 23 | 671 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete continuous | 1968 | 180 | 406 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Concrete | 1984 | 141 | 333 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1989 | 31 | 221 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Concrete | 1984 | 141 | 185 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Concrete | 1984 | 61 | 100 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Concrete | 1984 | 152 | 100 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Concrete | 1984 | 152 | 50 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Concrete | 1984 | 152 | 50 | F |
Airports Near Santa Monica
43 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Brownsville South Padre Island International Airport | BRO | Medium Airport |
| General Lucio Blanco International Airport | REX | Medium Airport |
| General Servando Canales International Airport | MAM | Medium Airport |
| McAllen Miller International Airport | MFE | Medium Airport |
| Valley International Airport | HRL | Medium Airport |
| Alamo Aerial Applicators Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Alto Colorado Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Armstrong Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bennack Flying Services Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Bravo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cage Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chapeño Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Charles R Johnson Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Drennan Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Coyote Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Huizache Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Farm Services Inc Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Flying 'K' Ranch Ultralightport | - | Small Airport |
| Flying W Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fumigaciones Aéreas 109 Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gross Private Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kilo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kornegay Private Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Gemelas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Fresnos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mid Valley Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mid-Valley Dusters Inc Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Moore Field | - | Small Airport |
| Norman & White Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Old Reb Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Omni Ranch Ultralight Flightpark | - | Small Airport |
| Port Isabel Cameron County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rancho Buena Vista Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Reynolds Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rio Dusters Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rowland Dusters Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Jose de los Llanitos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Elena Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Scott Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Shofner Farms Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Skalitsky Airport | - | Small Airport |
| South Texas International at Edinburg Airport | - | Small Airport |
| T R Funk Inc Airport | - | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Santa Monica
11 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Combes Police Department | ||
| Harlingen Police Departmant | 1018 Fair Park Boulevard | |
| La Feria Police Department | 115 East Commercial Avenue | |
| Palm Valley Police Department | ||
| Raymondville Police Department | 523 West Hidalgo Avenue | |
| Raymondville Police Department | ||
| Rio Hondo Police Department | ||
| San Benito Police Department | ||
| San Benito Police Department | 601 North Oscar Williams | |
| Santa Rosa Police Department | ||
| Willacy County Sheriff's Office |
Treatment Centers in Santa Monica
3 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Palms Behavioral Health | Both | 956-365-2600 |
| Recovery Center of Cameron County - Harlingen | Substance Abuse | 956-428-7800 |
| Tropical Texas Behavioral Health | Both | 956-364-6500 |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Santa Monica
What is the population of Santa Monica?
Santa Monica has a population of 10 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The population is 60% female and 40% male.
Is Santa Monica expensive to live in?
Santa Monica has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.1 (baseline: 100).
What is the weather like in Santa Monica?
Santa Monica has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 86°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 24.0 inches.
How are the schools in Santa Monica?
Schools in Santa Monica have an average test score of 4.5 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 40.0% of adults in Santa Monica hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 37.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Santa Monica?
The obesity rate in Santa Monica is 43.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.6% of adults are smokers. 43.7% are physically inactive. 20.5% of residents report depression. 0.0% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 62.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,540.
What are the demographics of Santa Monica?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Santa Monica is 100% Hispanic or Latino. 40% of residents speak only English at home, while 62.5% speak Spanish. 0.0% of the population are military veterans. 0.0% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.
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