Median Income $85,938

14% higher than US avg

Home Value $19,700

93% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 41.4%

23% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.7%

17% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population70

Median Age58.8 yrs

Density318/mi²

Male / Female53% / 47%

Largest GroupWhite 57%

Veterans70.0%

Economy

A+

Median Income$85,938

Per Capita$34,444

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$281M

Commute22 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$19,700

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units34

Rent Burden23.2%

Health

Obesity37.7%

Uninsured15.6%

Smoking15.7%

Depression24.8%

Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain27.2 in/yr

Sunny Days328/yr

Elevation1,820 ft (555 m)

Education

Bachelor's+41.4%

High School+91.4%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 89% / D 10%

Commute22 min

Broadband32.0%

Libraries1

Is Valera a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Valera receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Valera stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Valera is $85,938, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Valera is $19,700, 93% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Valera enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 328 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Valera has a population of 70 with a density of 318 people per square mile. The median age is 58.8 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (57.1%).

Population

Total Population

318

People / sq mi

58.8yrs

Median Age

51% above US avg

0.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%

Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Valera vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	46.3%
	41% below US avg
Spanish	53.7%
	301% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Valera vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Valera is $85,938, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Valera vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$85,938
	14% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$34,444
Avg Weekly Wage	$866
IRS Avg AGI	$61,347

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	258
County GDP	$281M

Business (County)

Restaurants	25
Healthcare	16
Retail	31
Manufacturing	11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,700
	34% above US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	23.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	21.9 min
Drive Alone	59.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	13.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Valera is $19,700, 93% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$19,700
	93% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	23.2%

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	100.0%
Housing Units	34
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,700
	34% above US avg
Effective Rate	23.86%

In Valera, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.6% of residents lack health insurance. 15.7% are current smokers. 24.8% report depression. 27.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.7%
	17% above US avg
Diabetes	11.7%
Heart Disease	5.8%
High Blood Pressure	32.8%
Asthma	10.8%
COPD	6.3%
Cancer	6.5%
Stroke	3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.7%
	12% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.3%
Physical Inactivity	27.3%
Depression	24.8%
Mental Distress	19.6%
Physical Distress	14.1%
Short Sleep	40.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	50.0%
Uninsured	15.6%
	81% above US avg
Checkup Rate	72.8%
Dental Visits	49.1%
Premature Death	13,602/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.2/10
Exercise Access	65.7%
Healthcare Facilities	16

Valera has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.2 inches. The area enjoys 328 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	64.4°F
	19% above US avg
January Average	45°F (7°C)
July Average	82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	328 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	27.2 inches
	29% below US avg
Snowfall	0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,820 ft (555 m)
Area	0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density	318/sq mi
Coordinates	31.7536°N, 99.5493°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	48083

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 41.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 79-point margin. 32.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 89.3%

D 10.3%

Winner: Republican by 79 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	41.4%
	23% above US avg
High School+	91.4%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.10

A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	318/sq mi
Total Area	0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	32.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	16
Restaurants	25
Retail Stores	31

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	7
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	21.9 min
Drive Alone	59.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	13.5%

Valera, TX

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Valera a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Valera vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Valera vs U.S. Average

Income: Valera 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: Valera 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