Median Income
$57,813
23% lower than US avg
Home Value
$153,800
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
26.8%
20% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment
5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.7%
38% lower than US avg
How Starr Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population231
Median Age26.8 yrs
Density154/mi²
Male / Female46% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Economy
B+
Median Income$57,813
Per Capita$18,185
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$10,558M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$153,800
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$235,262
Health
Obesity35.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease6.4%
Climate
Avg Temp62°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Elevation768 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+26.8%
High School+82.1%
School Score4.51
Community
2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute26 min
Broadband66.0%
Libraries10
Is Starr a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Starr receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Starr offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Starr is $57,813, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Starr is $153,800, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
26.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Starr enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Starr has a population of 231 with a density of 154 people per square mile. The median age is 26.8 years, 31% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.9%), with 3.9% Black.
Population
26.8yrs
Median Age
31% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Starr is $57,813, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $57,813 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $18,185 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $995 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,518 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.3% |
| 47% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.7% |
| 38% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 4,568 |
| County GDP | $10,558M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 432 |
| Healthcare | 404 |
| Retail | 712 |
| Manufacturing | 204 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,852 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.85% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.6 min |
| Work from Home | 2.5% |
The median home value in Starr is $153,800, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $235,262.
Home Values
| Census Median | $153,800 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $235,262 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $850 |
| 27% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,852 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.85% |
In Starr, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.1% report depression. 25.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Starr vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.6% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.2% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.1% |
| Depression | 28.1% |
| Mental Distress | 19.8% |
| Physical Distress | 14.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.7% |
| Premature Death | 11,472/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 62.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 404 |
Crime Rates: Starr vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 42 |
Safety Score
Starr has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
43°F Jan (6°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 61.9°F |
| 15% above US avg |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 46.3 inches |
| 22% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 768 ft (234 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 154/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.3779°N, 82.6953°W |
| County FIPS | 45007 |