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Terlingua, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Brewster County County
Terlingua, TX
At a Glance
How Terlingua Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Terlingua's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Terlingua a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Terlingua residents earn a median household income of $45,969 , which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,725. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 456 business establishments, including 60 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Terlingua is $112,500 , 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $157,370. The cost of living index is 97.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1980.
Safety & Crime
Terlingua reports 50 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 87% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 276/100K.
Education
12.0% of adults in Terlingua hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below the national average). 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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 gets 319 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.