Sierra Blanca, TX — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $53,319

29% lower than US avg

Home Value $68,000

76% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 14.4%

57% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,016

13% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 40.8%

27% higher than US avg

Unemployment 8.4%

133% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 19.0%

53% higher than US avg

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

People

Population694

Median Age25.7 yrs

Density145/mi²

Male / Female54% / 47%

Largest GroupWhite 46%

Veterans8.4%

Economy

Median Income$53,319

Per Capita$18,729

Unemployment8.4%

Poverty19.0%

County GDP$215M

Commute14 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$68,000

Rent$1,016

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units190

Rent Burden18.2%

Health

Obesity40.8%

Uninsured34.8%

Smoking18.4%

Depression23.8%

Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain8.3 in/yr

Sunny Days330/yr

Elevation4,479 ft (1,365 m)

Education

Bachelor's+14.4%

High School+74.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%

Commute14 min

Broadband93.1%

Is Sierra Blanca a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sierra Blanca receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Sierra Blanca offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sierra Blanca is $53,319, 29% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 19.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sierra Blanca is $68,000, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,016 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Sierra Blanca enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 8.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Sierra Blanca has a population of 694 with a density of 145 people per square mile, spread across 4.8 square miles. The median age is 25.7 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.5% female and 53.5% male. The city is predominantly White (46.3%), with 2.2% Hispanic, 1.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 40.4% of residents, while 59.6% speak Spanish. 8.4% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 35.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 91.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

694

Total Population

145

People / sq mi

25.7yrs

Median Age

34% below US avg

4.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%

Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Sierra Blanca vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	40.4%
	49% below US avg
Spanish	59.6%
	345% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Sierra Blanca vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sierra Blanca is $53,319, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,729 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,450. The unemployment rate is 8.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.0% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 80 business establishments, including 5 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Sierra Blanca vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$53,319
	29% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$18,729
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,450
IRS Avg AGI	$39,457

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	8.4%
	133% above US avg
Poverty Rate	19.0%
	53% above US avg
Establishments (County)	80
County GDP	$215M

Business (County)

Restaurants	5
Retail	9

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	13.7 min
Drive Alone	40.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Sierra Blanca is $68,000, 76% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,016 (13% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 190 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1979. 18.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$68,000
	76% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,016
	13% below US avg
Rent Burden	18.2%

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	63.0%
Housing Units	190
Median Year Built	1979

Property Tax

In Sierra Blanca, 40.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 16.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.1% of residents, above the national average. 35.4% have high blood pressure. 18.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 15.6% report binge drinking. 40.5% are physically inactive, above the national average. 23.8% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.5% experience frequent mental distress. 34.8% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). 0.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 0.0 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Sierra Blanca vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	40.8%
	27% above US avg
Diabetes	16.4%
Heart Disease	7.1%
High Blood Pressure	35.4%
Asthma	10.2%
COPD	8.1%
Cancer	5.2%
Stroke	4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.4%
	31% above US avg
Binge Drinking	15.6%
Physical Inactivity	40.5%
Depression	23.8%
Mental Distress	20.5%
Physical Distress	18.4%
Short Sleep	40.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	91.1%
Uninsured	34.8%
	305% above US avg
Checkup Rate	71.7%
Dental Visits	39.5%
Premature Death	9,663/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	0.0/10
Exercise Access	0.1%

Sierra Blanca enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 8.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 4,479 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	64.2°F
	19% above US avg
January Average	44°F (7°C)
July Average	83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	8.3 inches
	78% below US avg
Snowfall	0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	4,479 ft (1,365 m)
Area	4.8 sq mi (12.4 km²)
Population Density	145/sq mi
Coordinates	31.1834°N, 105.3395°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Hudspeth County County
County FIPS	48229

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	44°F (7°C)	0.4 in
February	46°F (8°C)	0.4 in
March	52°F (11°C)	0.3 in
April	60°F (15°C)	0.2 in	Driest
May	68°F (20°C)	0.5 in
June	76°F (25°C)	1.2 in
July	83°F (28°C)	2.0 in	Warmest
August	76°F (24°C)	2.4 in	Wettest
September	71°F (22°C)	2.3 in
October	62°F (16°C)	1.1 in
November	50°F (10°C)	0.5 in
December	43°F (6°C)	0.5 in	Coldest

Sierra Blanca has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F — from 43°F in December to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 11.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.4") and April the driest (0.2").

Sierra Blanca is located in Hudspeth County. It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 14.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 57% below the national average of 33.7%. 74.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 73.1% of the vote, a 46.6-point margin. 93.1% of households have broadband internet access. 40.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.1%

D 26.5%

Winner: Republican by 46.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	14.4%
	57% below US avg
High School+	74.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.10

C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2	Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density	145/sq mi
Total Area	4.8 sq mi
County	Hudspeth County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	93.1%
Restaurants	5
Retail Stores	9

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	13.7 min
Drive Alone	40.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.9%

Frequently Asked Questions About Sierra Blanca

What is the population of Sierra Blanca?

Sierra Blanca has a population of 694 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 145 people per square mile, spread across 4.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 25.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 46.5% female and 53.5% male.

Is Sierra Blanca expensive to live in?

Sierra Blanca has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $53,319, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $68,000 (76% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,016 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Sierra Blanca?

Sierra Blanca enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 8.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Sierra Blanca?

The job market in Sierra Blanca faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.4% — significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,450. There are 80 business establishments in the area, including 5 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 14 minutes, and 0.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Sierra Blanca?

The median home value in Sierra Blanca is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,016. Fair market rent is $935 for a 1-bedroom and $1,149 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in Sierra Blanca?

Schools in Sierra Blanca score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 14.4% of adults in Sierra Blanca hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Sierra Blanca?

The obesity rate in Sierra Blanca is 40.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.4% of adults are smokers. 40.5% are physically inactive. 23.8% of residents report depression. 34.8% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 0.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities.

What is transportation like in Sierra Blanca?

The average commute in Sierra Blanca is 14 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 40.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sierra Blanca?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sierra Blanca is 46.3% White, 1.3% Black or African American, 2.2% Hispanic or Latino. 40.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 59.6% speak Spanish. 8.4% of the population are military veterans. 35.1% of residents have a disability. 91.1% have health insurance coverage.

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