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South La Paloma, TX

Texas · Nueces County · Corpus Christi Metro

South La Paloma is a small town in Texas with a population of 520. Residents earn $41,791 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
520 Population 468/sq mi density
$41,791 Median Income $10,260 per capita
$38,000 Home Value $201,375 Zillow
73°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$41,791 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$38,000 home value
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $41,791
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $38,000
87% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 31.7%
156% higher than US avg

How South La Paloma Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population520
Median Age32.4 yrs
Density468/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans20.2%

Economy

C+
Median Income$41,791
Per Capita$10,260
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty31.7%
County GDP$27,852M

Housing

A+
Home Value$38,000
Ownership100.0%
Zillow$201,375
Housing Units163
Rent Burden30.3%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property2,056/100K

Health

Obesity36.9%
Uninsured24.1%
Smoking13.4%
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain31.1 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation166 ft (51 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+72.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.12

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 44%
Broadband18.9%
EV Stations2
Libraries10

Is South La Paloma a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, South La Paloma receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. South La Paloma offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in South La Paloma is $41,791, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 31.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in South La Paloma is $38,000, 87% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

South La Paloma is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,056 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

South La Paloma has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

South La Paloma has a population of 520 with a density of 468 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age is 32.4 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 60.6% female and 39.4% male. The city is predominantly White (97.5%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 65.4% of residents, while 34.6% speak Spanish. 20.2% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 18.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 64.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

520
Total Population
468
People / sq mi
32.4yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.4%
Female 60.6%

Race & Ethnicity

South La Paloma vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 65.4%
17% below US avg
Spanish 34.6%
158% above US avg

Social Characteristics

South La Paloma vs U.S. Average

The median household income in South La Paloma is $41,791, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $10,260 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,163, 19% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 31.7% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 8,568 business establishments, including 982 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: South La Paloma vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,791
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$10,260
Avg Weekly Wage$1,163
IRS Avg AGI$68,680
Gini Index0.462 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate31.7%
156% above US avg
Establishments (County)8,568
County GDP$27,852M

Business (County)

Restaurants982
Healthcare1,105
Retail1,058
Manufacturing167

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,321
138% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate21.90%

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in South La Paloma is $38,000, 87% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $201,375, higher than the Census estimate. Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. 100.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 163 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1994. The average annual property tax is $8,321 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 30.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 0.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$38,000
87% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$201,375

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Homeownership100.0%
Owner-Occupied100.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units163
Median Year Built1994

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,321
138% above US avg
Effective Rate21.90%
In South La Paloma, 36.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.8% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.7% of residents. 31.6% have high blood pressure. 13.4% are current smokers. 16.7% report binge drinking. 31.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 22.4% report depression. 18.0% experience frequent mental distress. 24.1% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,266. The dentist ratio is 1:1,715. 92.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.4 out of 10.

Health Metrics: South La Paloma vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma9.7%
COPD5.6%
Cancer5.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.4%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity31.9%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress14.4%
Short Sleep40.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate64.3%
Uninsured24.1%
180% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,266
Dentists1:1,715
Mental Health1:609
Checkup Rate72.5%
Dental Visits50.3%
Premature Death10,927/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access92.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,105
South La Paloma has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,056 per 100,000, 5% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 38 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, South La Paloma receives a safety grade of C+.

Crime Rates: South La Paloma vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property2,055.8/100K
5% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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South La Paloma has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 85°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 31.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 166 feet.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average73.1°F
35% above US avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Elevation166 ft (51 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density468/sq mi
Coordinates27.8988°N, 97.9678°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyNueces County County
Nearest AirportAlice International (ALI)
11 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.1"
18% below US avg
Snowfall 0.2"
Wettest Month (Sep) 4.49"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.34"

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0356 ppm
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)0.19 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)8.9 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively High
Risk Score96.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability76.8 / 100
Community Resilience86.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Very High
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively High
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively High
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively High
Cold Wave Very High
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood Relatively Moderate
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

209 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.5 on Jul 30, 2025.

Oct 20, 2011 14 km SSW of Falls City, Texas M4.8 108 km
Jan 30, 2025 18 km ENE of Falls City, Texas M4.6 129 km
Feb 17, 2024 3 km SSW of Falls City, Texas M4.5 117 km
Feb 17, 2024 3 km S of Falls City, Texas M4.3 117 km
Sep 14, 2023 16 km ENE of Falls City, Texas M4.1 128 km
Apr 9, 1993 21 km NW of Pawnee, Texas M4.1 103 km
May 1, 2018 4 km SSE of Falls City, Texas M4.0 117 km
Apr 25, 2010 10 km WNW of Driscoll, Texas M3.9 24 km
Feb 22, 2024 3 km E of Falls City, Texas M3.9 121 km
Apr 7, 2008 7 km SSW of Falls City, Texas M3.9 114 km
Feb 17, 2024 3 km S of Falls City, Texas M3.9 117 km
Mar 24, 1997 4 km SSE of Alice, Texas M3.8 22 km
Jul 19, 2023 19 km E of Pleasanton, Texas M3.8 123 km
Feb 12, 2024 3 km S of Falls City, Texas M3.7 117 km
Feb 17, 2024 2 km S of Falls City, Texas M3.7 118 km
Jul 20, 1991 8 km SSW of Falls City, Texas M3.6 113 km
Jun 16, 2019 5 km SE of Falls City, Texas M3.6 117 km
Jan 6, 2018 17 km SW of Falls City, Texas M3.6 107 km
May 2, 2024 2 km E of Falls City, Texas M3.5 120 km
Feb 23, 2024 2 km ESE of Falls City, Texas M3.5 120 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

10 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Beryl (2024, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Beryl Category 1 206 km
2021 Nicholas Category 1 174 km
2020 Hanna Category 1 138 km
2017 Harvey Category 4 92 km
2008 Dolly Category 2 156 km
2003 Claudette Category 1 131 km
2003 Erika Category 1 294 km
1999 Bret Category 4 90 km
1983 Barry Category 1 282 km
1980 Allen Category 5 118 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

371 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 2 fatalities, 110 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 29, 1976 EF3 48 km 0
Jun 24, 1970 EF3 41 km 1
May 16, 1969 EF3 20 km 0
Sep 20, 1967 EF3 92 km 0
May 29, 1967 EF3 60 km 0
Jun 5, 1965 EF3 78 km 0
Nov 8, 1963 EF3 62 km 0
Oct 22, 1954 EF3 60 km 0
Jun 2, 2010 EF2 84 km 0
Oct 24, 2002 EF2 39 km 1
Aug 10, 1980 EF2 39 km 0
Aug 10, 1980 EF2 20 km 0
Aug 9, 1980 EF2 39 km 0
Aug 9, 1980 EF2 63 km 0
May 26, 1976 EF2 29 km 0
May 7, 1976 EF2 9 km 0
Apr 28, 1976 EF2 39 km 0
Aug 3, 1970 EF2 23 km 0
May 12, 1969 EF2 19 km 0
Sep 17, 1968 EF2 55 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BORREGA (54,575 ac, 2022).

Year Name Acres Distance
2022 BORREGA 54,575 60 km
2011 SMAC 19,449 90 km
2020 SHOOTING RANGE 15,389 85 km
2008 UNNAMED 13,175 72 km
2012 6 MILE 12,272 85 km
2024 LAGUNA 24 12,147 85 km
2005 DAISY 10,556 86 km
2017 HOPPER 7,150 99 km
2018 TRUST 6,648 100 km
1986 FIREWORKS 4,733 86 km
2008 POLARIS 4,624 80 km
2008 UNNAMED 4,589 98 km
2011 GUS CANALAS 4,316 65 km
2018 LIGHTNING14 4,241 93 km
2023 LAGUNA LARGA 3,850 65 km
1999 UNNAMED 3,532 98 km
2009 FLACA 3,366 64 km
2021 BAFFIN 3,223 99 km
2008 285 FIRE 2,820 85 km
2005 UNNAMED 2,726 75 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 57°F (14°C) 1.5 in Coldest
February 59°F (15°C) 1.6 in
March 66°F (19°C) 1.3 in Driest
April 72°F (22°C) 1.9 in
May 78°F (25°C) 3.3 in
June 83°F (28°C) 3.5 in
July 85°F (30°C) 2.1 in Warmest
August 85°F (29°C) 3.0 in
September 81°F (27°C) 4.5 in Wettest
October 74°F (23°C) 3.4 in
November 65°F (18°C) 1.5 in
December 58°F (14°C) 1.3 in

South La Paloma has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 57°F in January to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.5") and March the driest (1.3").

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South La Paloma is located in Nueces County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 0.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 100% below the national average of 33.7%. 72.7% 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 55.3% of the vote, a 11.5-point margin. 18.9% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 10 public libraries serving the community. 1,105 healthcare facilities operate in the area.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.3%
D 43.8%

Winner: Republican by 11.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+72.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.12
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density468/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi
CountyNueces County County

Services

Broadband Access18.9%
Avg Download Speed233.5 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed49.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities1,105
Restaurants982
Retail Stores1,058

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%
Average costs for common services in South La Paloma. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

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)
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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)
View all 18 services

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)
View all 25 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
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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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$662
Toddler$624
Preschool$606
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$598
Toddler$576
Preschool$567
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Nueces 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 29,876 1,191 $57,815 1.27
Accommodation & Food Services 20,165 929 $24,027 1.35
Retail Trade 17,257 1,018 $39,025 1.06
Construction 16,307 664 $85,253 1.90
Administrative & Waste Services 7,654 438 $49,003 0.79
Professional & Technical Services 7,511 913 $86,325 0.66
Manufacturing 6,885 220 $105,859 0.51
Wholesale Trade 5,288 417 $82,992 0.82
Transportation & Warehousing 4,701 295 $76,068 0.68
Finance & Insurance 4,481 529 $77,673 0.67
Other Services 4,306 644 $48,898 0.87
Real Estate 3,201 502 $64,638 1.26
Mining & Oil/Gas 2,116 132 $114,621 3.42
Arts & Entertainment 2,015 96 $24,081 0.73
Information & Technology 1,151 88 $72,635 0.37
Management of Companies 1,034 43 $160,785 0.37
Educational Services 822 72 $34,390 0.24
Utilities 812 30 $116,591 1.30
Agriculture & Forestry 411 106 $45,022 0.31
Unclassified 76 45 $37,051 0.33

Radio Stations near South La Paloma

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
KEDT-FM 90.3 "KEDT Public Radio" Corpus Christi, TX news, npr AAC 64 kbps

National Parks Near South La Paloma

5 national parks and monuments found near South La Paloma.

ParkTypeFee
Choke Canyon State Park State Park Free
Goose Island State Park State Park Free
Lake Corpus Christi State Park State Park Free
Mustang Island State Park State Park Free
Padre Island National Seashore National Seashore $25

Museums in South La Paloma

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
SAN PATRICIO RESTORATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3613879547$38,405
COMMEMORATIVE AIRFORCE 3RD CSTGENERAL MUSEUM3616610321
ORANGE GROVE AREA MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM119 S EUGENIA STRRET3613841300
THIRD COAST SQUADRON CAF MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM

Libraries in South La Paloma

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
ALICIA SALINAS PUBLIC LIBRARY401 E 3RD ST0.046,726
MATHIS PUBLIC LIBRARY103 LAMAR ST0.014,650

Farmers Markets in South La Paloma

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Jim Wells County Farmers Market1464 E. Main Street03/08/2014 to 11/08/2014Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;

Cell Towers in South La Paloma

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
10 MI NNW OF ALICE NEAR COUNTY ROAD 170 (46188)GTOWER150
10 MI NNW OF ALICE NEAR COUNTY ROAD 170GTOWER150
1122 W. FM 738 (78170)GTOWER95
1122 W. FM 738 (78170)GTOWER95
8029 IH 37GTOWER85
8029 IH 37GTOWER85
9626 Farm Market 70 #4 (64244)GTOWER80
9626 Farm Market 70 #4 (64244)GTOWER80
10356 Highway 359 (43204)LTOWER69
10356 HIGHWAY 359 (43204)LTOWER69
10356 Highway 359 (43204)LTOWER69
10356 HIGHWAY 359 (43204)LTOWER69
3511 FM 1540LTOWER64
FM 624 NORTH SIDE 1/4 EAST OF FM 666LTOWER59
FM 624 NORTH SIDE 1/4 EAST OF FM 666LTOWER59
FM2058, 3 mi S of Hwy 490 (64228)LTOWER58
FM2058, 3 Mi S of Hwy 490 (64228)LTOWER58
FM2058, 3 mi S of Hwy 490 (64228)LTOWER58
FM2058, 3 Mi S of Hwy 490 (64228)LTOWER58
4887 FM 665MTOWER47
4887 FM 665MTOWER47

Bridges in South La Paloma

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete1925265,057F
Tee BeamConcrete1925745,057F
Tee BeamConcrete1925665,057F
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Airports Near South La Paloma

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alice International AirportALIMedium Airport
Corpus Christi International AirportCRPMedium Airport
Kingsville Naval Air StationNQIMedium Airport
Naval Air Station Corpus Christi Truax FieldNGPMedium Airport
4G Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Aero Saylee AirportSmall Airport
Airforce Turbine Service Private AirportSmall Airport
Alfred C 'Bubba' Thomas AirportSmall Airport
Arrowhead AirportSmall Airport
Arrowhead Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Barronena East AirportSmall Airport
Barronena Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Beeville Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Bishop-Windham AirportSmall Airport
Brooks County AirportSmall Airport
Cabaniss Field Naval Outlying Landing FieldNGWSmall Airport
Chase Field Industrial AirportNIRSmall Airport
Dawson Private StripSmall Airport
Dean AirportSmall Airport
Dickenson Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Dixie Range AirstripSmall Airport
Douglass Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Duval County Ranch Co AirportSmall Airport
Duval Freer AirportSmall Airport
Floyd Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Gritz FieldSmall Airport
HFS AirportSmall Airport
High Man Tower AirstripSmall Airport
Hunt AirportSmall Airport
Itll Do AirfieldSmall Airport
J A Knolle AirportSmall Airport
Kleberg County AirportSmall Airport
La Buena Vida AirportSmall Airport
La Paloma Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Las Vivoritas AirportSmall Airport
Live Oak County AirportSmall Airport
Los Ebanos Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Magee AirportSmall Airport
Naval Outlying Landing Field GoliadSmall Airport
Nueces County AirportSmall Airport
O S Wyatt AirportSmall Airport
O'Connor TJ FieldSmall Airport
Old Hoppe Place AirportSmall Airport
Orange Grove Naval Auxiliary Landing FieldSmall Airport
Paisano Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Quintanilla Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Rabb Dusting Inc AirportSmall Airport
Rooke FieldRFGSmall Airport
Rossler Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Seeligson Ranch AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in South La Paloma

6 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Alice Police Department
Driscoll Police Department
Jim Wells County Sheriff's Office
Jim Wells County Sheriff's Office
Mathis Police Department214 North Nueces Street
Orange Grove Police Department

Treatment Centers in South La Paloma

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Recovery Monitoring SolutionsSubstance Abuse361-888-4188

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Frequently Asked Questions About South La Paloma

What is the population of South La Paloma?

South La Paloma has a population of 520 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 468 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 32.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 60.6% female and 39.4% male.

Is South La Paloma expensive to live in?

South La Paloma 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 $41,791, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $38,000 (87% below the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 0.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is South La Paloma safe?

South La Paloma is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,056 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, South La Paloma receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in South La Paloma?

South La Paloma has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in South La Paloma?

The job market in South La Paloma is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,163. There are 8,568 business establishments in the area, including 982 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in South La Paloma?

The median home value in South La Paloma is $38,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $201,375. The homeownership rate is 100.0%. The average annual property tax is $8,321.

How are the schools in South La Paloma?

Schools in South La Paloma score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 0.0% of adults in South La Paloma hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.7% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is South La Paloma?

The obesity rate in South La Paloma is 36.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 13.4% of adults are smokers. 31.9% are physically inactive. 22.4% of residents report depression. 24.1% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 92.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,266.

What are the demographics of South La Paloma?

The racial and ethnic makeup of South La Paloma is 97.5% White, 0.8% Hispanic or Latino. 65.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 34.6% speak Spanish. 20.2% of the population are military veterans. 18.0% of residents have a disability. 64.3% have health insurance coverage.

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