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Valle Vista, TX

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Valle Vista is a small town in Texas with a population of 434. Residents earn $16,902 per year, which is 78% below the national average.

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
434 Population 5,425/sq mi density
$16,902 Median Income $15,690 per capita
$135,400 Home Value
74°F Avg Temperature 312 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.0 / 5.0
$16,902 median income, 15.9% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.1 / 5.0
$135,400 home value
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
29.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $16,902
78% lower than US avg
Home Value $135,400
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.1%
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.4%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment 15.9%
342% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 75.0%
505% higher than US avg

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

People

Population434
Median Age25.7 yrs
Density5,425/mi²
Male / Female29% / 71%
Largest GroupWhite 29%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

F
Median Income$16,902
Per Capita$15,690
Unemployment15.9%
Poverty75.0%
County GDP$1,559M
Commute13 min

Housing

C
Home Value$135,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units206
Rent Burden33.6%

Health

Obesity44.4%
Uninsured43.8%
Smoking16.4%
Depression20.0%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (24°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain22.5 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation220 ft (67 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.1%
High School+58.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%
Commute13 min
Broadband85.0%
Libraries1

Is Valle Vista a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Valle Vista receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Valle Vista has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Valle Vista is $16,902, 78% below the national average of $75,149. At 15.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 75.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Valle Vista is $135,400, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

29.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 58.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Valle Vista has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. With 312 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Valle Vista has a population of 434 with a density of 5,425 people per square mile. The median age is 25.7 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (28.6%).

Population

434
Total Population
5,425
People / sq mi
25.7yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 28.6%
Female 71.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Valle Vista vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only5.0%
94% below US avg
Spanish95.0%
609% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Valle Vista vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Valle Vista is $16,902, which is 78% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 15.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 75.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Valle Vista vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$16,902
78% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,690
Avg Weekly Wage$765
IRS Avg AGI$36,816

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.9%
342% above US avg
Poverty Rate75.0%
505% above US avg
Establishments (County)666
County GDP$1,559M

Business (County)

Restaurants61
Healthcare108
Retail128
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,682
34% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.3 min
Drive Alone16.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Valle Vista is $135,400, 52% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$135,400
52% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden33.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied25.0%
Housing Units206
Median Year Built2003

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,682
34% above US avg
Effective Rate3.46%
In Valle Vista, 44.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 43.8% of residents lack health insurance. 16.4% are current smokers. 20.0% report depression. 46.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Valle Vista vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.4%
38% above US avg
Diabetes19.7%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure36.3%
Asthma9.0%
COPD6.5%
Cancer4.0%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.4%
17% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.7%
Physical Inactivity46.2%
Depression20.0%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress19.4%
Short Sleep41.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.2%
Uninsured43.8%
409% above US avg
Checkup Rate70.2%
Dental Visits36.9%
Premature Death9,793/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment3.0/10
Exercise Access62.4%
Healthcare Facilities108
Valle Vista has an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.5 inches. The area enjoys 312 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

58°F Jan (14°C) 87°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average74.4°F
38% above US avg
January Average58°F (14°C)
July Average87°F (31°C)
Sunny Days312 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.5 inches
41% below US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation220 ft (67 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density5,425/sq mi
Coordinates26.3160°N, 98.6547°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48427
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 29.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16-point margin. 85.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.8%
D 41.8%

Winner: Republican by 16 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.1%
14% below US avg
High School+58.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density5,425/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities108
Restaurants61
Retail Stores128

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.3 min
Drive Alone16.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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