Bachelor's+ 4.5%

87% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.1%

19% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population46

Median Age66.1 yrs

Density40/mi²

Male / Female52% / 48%

Largest GroupWhite 15%

Veterans44.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$31,441

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$1,563M

Commute41 min

Health

Obesity38.1%

Uninsured39.0%

Smoking14.4%

Depression20.0%

Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain30.3 in/yr

Sunny Days330/yr

Elevation36 ft (11 m)

Education

Bachelor's+4.5%

High School+43.2%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%

Commute41 min

Broadband17.0%

Libraries1

Is Sarita a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sarita receives an overall livability score of 1.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, long commute times. Sarita faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 43.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Sarita has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Sarita has a population of 46 with a density of 40 people per square mile. The median age is 66.1 years, 70% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (15.2%).

Population

Total Population

People / sq mi

66.1yrs

Median Age

70% above US avg

1.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%

Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Sarita vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	12.0%
	85% below US avg
Spanish	88.0%
	557% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Sarita vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sarita is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Sarita vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$31,441
Avg Weekly Wage	$996
IRS Avg AGI	$56,998

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	631
County GDP	$1,563M

Business (County)

Restaurants	82
Healthcare	72
Retail	86
Manufacturing	17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,955
	99% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	41.1 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

In Sarita, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 39.0% of residents lack health insurance. 14.4% are current smokers. 20.0% report depression. 39.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.1%
	19% above US avg
Diabetes	15.1%
Heart Disease	6.2%
High Blood Pressure	31.9%
Asthma	9.2%
COPD	5.5%
Cancer	4.5%
Stroke	3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.4%
	3% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.4%
Physical Inactivity	39.0%
Depression	20.0%
Mental Distress	17.8%
Physical Distress	16.7%
Short Sleep	42.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	81.1%
Uninsured	39.0%
	353% above US avg
Primary Care	1:2,357
Dentists	1:1,687
Mental Health	1:1,503
Checkup Rate	69.3%
Dental Visits	31.6%
Premature Death	10,643/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	4.6/10
Exercise Access	69.3%
Healthcare Facilities	72

Sarita has an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.3 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	72.1°F
	34% above US avg
January Average	57°F (14°C)
July Average	84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	30.3 inches
	20% below US avg
Snowfall	0.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	36 ft (11 m)
Area	1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density	40/sq mi
Coordinates	27.2229°N, 97.7956°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Kleberg County County
County FIPS	48273

Sarita is located in Kleberg County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12.7-point margin. 17.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.1%

D 43.3%

Winner: Republican by 12.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	4.5%
	87% below US avg
High School+	43.2%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.10

F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	40/sq mi
Total Area	1.1 sq mi
County	Kleberg County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	17.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	72
Restaurants	82
Retail Stores	86

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	7
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	41.1 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Sarita, TX

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

People

Economy

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Sarita a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Sarita vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Sarita vs U.S. Average

Income: Sarita vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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