Home Value $48,700

83% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Median Rent $892

23% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 44.2%

38% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 34.2%

176% higher than US avg

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

People

Population363

Median Age41.2 yrs

Density471/mi²

Male / Female37% / 63%

Largest GroupWhite 42%

Veterans2.5%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$16,617

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty34.2%

County GDP$684M

Commute29 min

Housing

Home Value$48,700

Rent$892

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$152,339

Housing Units1,050

Rent Burden33.8%

Health

Obesity44.2%

Uninsured43.5%

Smoking15.7%

Depression19.6%

Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp75°F (24°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain24.6 in/yr

Sunny Days312/yr

Elevation50 ft (15 m)

Education

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+51.5%

Graduate+3.2%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%

Commute29 min

Broadband74.0%

Is Santa Rosa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Santa Rosa receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Santa Rosa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 34.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Santa Rosa is $48,700, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $892 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 51.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Santa Rosa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. With 312 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Santa Rosa has a population of 363 with a density of 471 people per square mile. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (41.9%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

363

Total Population

471

People / sq mi

41.2yrs

Median Age

6% above US avg

0.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.2%

Female 62.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Santa Rosa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	51.2%
	35% below US avg
Spanish	48.8%
	264% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Santa Rosa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Santa Rosa is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 34.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Santa Rosa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$16,617
Avg Weekly Wage	$861
IRS Avg AGI	$41,143

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	34.2%
	176% above US avg
Establishments (County)	318
County GDP	$684M

Business (County)

Restaurants	26
Healthcare	33
Retail	36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,378
	25% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	8.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	29.4 min
Drive Alone	84.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Santa Rosa is $48,700, 83% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $892 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $152,339.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$48,700
	83% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$152,339

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$892
	23% below US avg
Rent Burden	33.8%

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	64.5%
Housing Units	1,050
Median Year Built	1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,378
	25% above US avg
Effective Rate	8.99%

In Santa Rosa, 44.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 43.5% of residents lack health insurance. 15.7% are current smokers. 19.6% report depression. 45.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	44.2%
	38% above US avg
Diabetes	20.6%
Heart Disease	6.9%
High Blood Pressure	35.5%
Asthma	8.9%
COPD	6.9%
Cancer	4.1%
Stroke	4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.7%
	12% above US avg
Binge Drinking	15.0%
Physical Inactivity	45.2%
Depression	19.6%
Mental Distress	18.2%
Physical Distress	18.7%
Short Sleep	40.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	69.7%
Uninsured	43.5%
	406% above US avg
Primary Care	1:2,540
Dentists	1:20,143
Mental Health	1:2,226
Checkup Rate	70.1%
Dental Visits	37.3%
Premature Death	11,567/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	3.6/10
Exercise Access	62.3%
Healthcare Facilities	33

Santa Rosa has an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 86°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.6 inches. The area enjoys 312 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 86°F Jul (30°C)

Annual Average	74.7°F
	38% above US avg
January Average	60°F (16°C)
July Average	86°F (30°C)
Sunny Days	312 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	24.6 inches
	35% below US avg
Snowfall	0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	50 ft (15 m)
Area	0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density	471/sq mi
Coordinates	26.2561°N, 97.8253°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Willacy County County
County FIPS	48489

Santa Rosa is located in Willacy County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.3-point margin. 74.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.3%

D 48.1%

Winner: Republican by 3.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	51.5%
Graduate Degree+	3.2%
School Test Score	5.10

B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	471/sq mi
Total Area	0.8 sq mi
County	Willacy County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	74.0%
Healthcare Facilities	33
Restaurants	26
Retail Stores	36

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	2
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	29.4 min
Drive Alone	84.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Santa Rosa, TX

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

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Is Santa Rosa a Good Place to Live?

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Santa Rosa vs U.S. Average

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Santa Rosa vs U.S. Average

Income: Santa Rosa vs U.S.

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

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2024 Presidential Election (County)

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Urban-Rural Classification

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