Median Income $45,969

39% lower than US avg

Home Value $112,500

60% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 12.0%

64% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 31.9%

1% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 1.5%

88% lower than US avg

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

People

Population138

Median Age61.1 yrs

Density13/mi²

Male / Female40% / 60%

Largest GroupWhite 97%

Veterans92.0%

Economy

B+

Median Income$45,969

Per Capita$25,725

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty1.5%

County GDP$611M

Commute8 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$112,500

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units137

Rent Burden27.0%

Health

Obesity31.9%

Uninsured12.8%

Smoking10.5%

Depression25.1%

Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Sunny Days319/yr

Elevation2,579 ft (786 m)

Education

Bachelor's+12.0%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%

Commute8 min

Broadband89.0%

EV Stations2

Libraries2

Is Terlingua a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Terlingua receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Terlingua offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Terlingua is $45,969, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Terlingua is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Terlingua has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. With 319 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Terlingua has a population of 138 with a density of 13 people per square mile. The median age is 61.1 years, 57% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.1%), with 2.9% Hispanic.

Population

138

Total Population

People / sq mi

61.1yrs

Median Age

57% above US avg

11.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.9%

Female 60.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Terlingua vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Terlingua vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Terlingua is $45,969, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes.

Income: Terlingua vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$45,969
	39% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$25,725
Avg Weekly Wage	$986
IRS Avg AGI	$72,740

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	1.5%
	88% below US avg
Establishments (County)	456
County GDP	$611M

Business (County)

Restaurants	60
Healthcare	20
Retail	51
Manufacturing	4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,557
	87% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	5.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	8.2 min
Drive Alone	75.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Terlingua is $112,500, 60% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$112,500
	60% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	27.0%

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	89.9%
Housing Units	137
Median Year Built	1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,557
	87% above US avg
Effective Rate	5.83%

In Terlingua, 31.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 12.8% of residents lack health insurance. 10.5% are current smokers. 25.1% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Terlingua vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	31.9%
	1% below US avg
Diabetes	8.7%
Heart Disease	4.7%
High Blood Pressure	28.4%
Asthma	10.4%
COPD	4.8%
Cancer	7.1%
Stroke	2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	10.5%
	25% below US avg
Binge Drinking	18.3%
Physical Inactivity	21.3%
Depression	25.1%
Mental Distress	17.3%
Physical Distress	11.3%
Short Sleep	33.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	91.6%
Uninsured	12.8%
	49% above US avg
Checkup Rate	74.1%
Dental Visits	65.7%
Premature Death	8,718/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	5.9/10
Exercise Access	75.4%
Healthcare Facilities	20

Terlingua has an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. The area enjoys 319 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 87°F Jul (30°C)

Annual Average	71.1°F
	32% above US avg
January Average	52°F (11°C)
July Average	87°F (30°C)
Sunny Days	319 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	2,579 ft (786 m)
Area	11.0 sq mi (28.5 km²)
Population Density	13/sq mi
Coordinates	29.2871°N, 103.5834°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	48043

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12.6-point margin. 89.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.6%

D 43%

Winner: Republican by 12.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	12.0%
	64% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.10

D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density	13/sq mi
Total Area	11.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	89.0%
EV Charging Stations	2
Alt Fuel Stations	2
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	20
Restaurants	60
Retail Stores	51

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	8.2 min
Drive Alone	75.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.1%

Terlingua, TX

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Terlingua a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Terlingua vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Terlingua vs U.S. Average

Income: Terlingua vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Terlingua vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities