South Padre Island, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Cameron County County
South Padre Island, TX
At a Glance
How South Padre Island Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows South Padre Island's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is South Padre Island a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
South Padre Island residents earn a median household income of $61,578 , which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $67,367. The unemployment rate stands at 6.5% (81% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 7,200 business establishments, including 815 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in South Padre Island is $498,800 , 77% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $448,778. Median rent is $1,421/month, with 33.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1985.
Safety & Crime
South Padre Island reports 1,478 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 289% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 11,921/100K.
Education
52.5% of adults in South Padre Island hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% above the national average). 92.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
South Padre Island has an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.3 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 61.