South Fork Estates, TX
Texas · Jim Hogg County
South Fork Estates is a small town in Texas with a population of 181.
Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated August 2026
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How South Fork Estates Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is South Fork Estates a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, South Fork Estates receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. South Fork Estates offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 51.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.3/10.
Climate & Weather
South Fork Estates has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.7 inches.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
South Fork Estates vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
South Fork Estates vs U.S. Average
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Zillow ZHVI | $84,342 |
Rental Costs
| Rent Burden | 27.2% |
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 | 23 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,500 |
| 29% above US avg |
Health Metrics: South Fork Estates vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 43.2% |
| 35% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 22.5% |
| Heart Disease | 9.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.6% |
| Asthma | 8.4% |
| COPD | 8.8% |
| Cancer | 4.2% |
| Stroke | 5.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 19.3% |
| 38% above US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 11.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 47.5% |
| Depression | 18.7% |
| Mental Distress | 17.8% |
| Physical Distress | 20.5% |
| Short Sleep | 37.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 85.6% |
| Uninsured | 14.4% |
| 67% above US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:4,801 |
| Dentists | 1:4,763 |
| Checkup Rate | 64.7% |
| Dental Visits | 27.6% |
| Premature Death | 12,253/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 4.5/10 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 8 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.0°F |
| 37% above US avg | |
| January Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 87°F (30°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 599 ft (183 m) |
| Area | 3.4 sq mi (8.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 54/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 27.2697°N, 98.7240°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Jim Hogg County County |
| Nearest Airport | Laredo International (LRD) 49 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 45.5 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 98.8 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 2.0 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Very Low |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Very Low |
| Ice Storm | Very Low |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58°F (14°C) | 1.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 62°F (17°C) | 1.2 in | Driest |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 1.3 in | |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 1.2 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 86°F (30°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 87°F (30°C) | 2.4 in | |
| August | 88°F (31°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 1.3 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 1.5 in |
South Fork Estates has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 58°F in January to 88°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 22.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (1.2").
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Democrat by 8.3 points
Safety & Disasters
| Avg Accident Severity | 0.0 / 4.0 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 51.9% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 0.0% |
| School Test Score | 4.27 |
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 54/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.4 sq mi |
| County | Jim Hogg County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 100.0% |
| Avg Download Speed | 25.3 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 6.6 Mbps |
| Healthcare Facilities | 8 |
| Restaurants | 11 |
| Retail Stores | 22 |
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 57.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
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 | $546 |
| Toddler | $515 |
| Preschool | $507 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $498 |
| Toddler | $481 |
| Preschool | $476 |
Top Industries in Jim Hogg County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retail Trade | 197 | 18 | $27,380 | 1.21 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 76 | 10 | $15,116 | 0.51 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 47 | 10 | $46,771 | 3.55 |
| Mining & Oil/Gas | 42 | 7 | $174,548 | 6.79 |
| Other Services | 34 | 6 | $80,590 | 0.69 |
| Unclassified | 6 | 2 | $31,070 | 2.63 |
National Parks Near South Fork Estates
3 national parks and monuments found near South Fork Estates.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Falcon State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lake Casa Blanca State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lake Corpus Christi State Park | State Park | Free |
Libraries in South Fork Estates
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JIM HOGG COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY | 210 N SMITH AVE | 0.0 | 7,883 |
Cell Towers in South Fork Estates
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| FARM MARKET 16 AND 649 (78154) | GTOWER | 105 |
| FARM MARKET 16 AND 649 (78154) | GTOWER | 105 |
| FARM MARKET 16 AND 649 (78154) | GTOWER | 105 |
| FARM MARKET 16 AND 649 (78154) | GTOWER | 105 |
| FARM MARKET 16 AND 649 (78154) | GTOWER | 105 |
| FARM MARKET 16 AND 649 (78154) | GTOWER | 105 |
| 3.5 MILES NORTH ON HWY 16 (78139) | GTOWER | 85 |
| 3.5 MILES NORTH ON HWY 16 (78139) | GTOWER | 85 |
| 140 EAST EIGHTH STREET (70030) | LTOWER | 56 |
| 140 EAST EIGHTH STREET (70030) | LTOWER | 56 |
| 140 EAST EIGHTH STREET (70030) | LTOWER | 56 |
| 140 EAST EIGHTH STREET (70030) | LTOWER | 56 |
Bridges in South Fork Estates
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culvert | Concrete | 1980 | 33 | 832 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1980 | 24 | 832 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1969 | 48 | 558 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1969 | 64 | 558 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1964 | 43 | 558 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1961 | 30 | 454 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1958 | 35 | 435 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1969 | 26 | 427 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1969 | 64 | 427 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1969 | 37 | 427 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1969 | 52 | 427 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1969 | 45 | 427 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1969 | 26 | 427 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1961 | 53 | 427 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1961 | 30 | 409 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1961 | 42 | 409 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1961 | 61 | 409 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1961 | 37 | 364 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1955 | 21 | 203 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1957 | 85 | 203 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1957 | 74 | 203 | G |
Airports Near South Fork Estates
43 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Alice International Airport | ALI | Medium Airport |
| Laredo International Airport | LRD | Medium Airport |
| 4G Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Alto Colorado Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Barronena East Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Barronena Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Borregos Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Brooks County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cage Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Callaghan Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chapeño Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Corralitos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Diamond O Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Double J Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Douglass Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Duval County Ranch Co Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Duval Freer Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Coyote Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Retorno Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hamilton Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jacalon Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Jim Hogg County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kleberg County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Vivoritas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Lewis Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| McNeel Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| O S Wyatt Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Orange Grove Naval Auxiliary Landing Field | - | Small Airport |
| Puesta del Sol Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ranchos Las Islas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Rafael Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Maria Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Seeligson Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Seven Cs Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Silverhorn Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Star K Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Superior Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Temple Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Van Es Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Vaquillas Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Volpe Ranch Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Weeks Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Zapata County Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in South Fork Estates
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Border Region Behavioral Health Center - Jim Hogg County | Mental Health | 361-527-4048 |
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Mines Near South Fork Estates
2 mining sites from the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) found near South Fork Estates.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Mobil Crusher #1-1038 | Crushed, Broken Limestone NEC - Surface (Abandoned) |
| Vasquez | Uranium Ore - Surface (Abandoned) |
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What is the population of South Fork Estates?
South Fork Estates has a population of 181 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 54 people per square mile, spread across 3.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 19.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 14.4% female and 85.6% male.
Is South Fork Estates expensive to live in?
South Fork Estates 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 South Fork Estates?
South Fork Estates has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 87°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 22.7 inches.
How are the schools in South Fork Estates?
Schools in South Fork Estates have an average test score of 4.3 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 0.0% of adults in South Fork Estates hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 51.9% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is South Fork Estates?
The obesity rate in South Fork Estates is 43.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.3% of adults are smokers. 47.5% are physically inactive. 18.7% of residents report depression. 14.4% lack health insurance (above the national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,801.
What are the demographics of South Fork Estates?
The racial and ethnic makeup of South Fork Estates is 91.2% White, 8.8% Hispanic or Latino. 70.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 58.2% speak Spanish. 0.0% of the population are military veterans. 47.0% of residents have a disability. 85.6% have health insurance coverage.
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