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Vega, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Vega is a small town in Texas with a population of 946. Residents earn $76,406 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
946 Population 706/sq mi density
$76,406 Median Income $39,017 per capita
$124,600 Home Value
$1,120 Median Rent 36.8% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$76,406 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$124,600 home value, $1,120/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,406
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $124,600
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.4%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,120
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.8%
37% lower than US avg

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

People

Population946
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density706/mi²
Male / Female53% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans13.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$76,406
Per Capita$39,017
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty7.8%
County GDP$404M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$124,600
Rent$1,120
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units439
Rent Burden36.8%

Health

Obesity35.2%
Uninsured15.9%
Smoking15.0%
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain19.3 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr
Elevation4,029 ft (1,228 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.4%
High School+81.8%
Graduate+5.3%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 92% / D 8%
Commute33 min
Broadband85.7%
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Vega a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vega receives an overall livability score of 3.8 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. Vega offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Vega is $76,406, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Vega is $124,600, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,120 per month. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Vega enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Vega has a population of 946 with a density of 706 people per square mile. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.2%).

Population

946
Total Population
706
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.5%
Female 47.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Vega vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.1%
1% above US avg
Spanish20.9%
56% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Vega vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vega is $76,406, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Vega vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,406
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,017
Avg Weekly Wage$948
IRS Avg AGI$70,261

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.8%
37% below US avg
Establishments (County)94
County GDP$404M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare3
Retail11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,250
50% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.3 min
Drive Alone74.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Vega is $124,600, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,120 (4% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$124,600
56% below US avg
Median List Price$99,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$99,000
$/Sq Ft$119
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,120
4% below US avg
Rent Burden36.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.9%
Housing Units439
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,250
50% above US avg
Effective Rate4.21%
In Vega, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.9% of residents lack health insurance. 15.0% are current smokers. 25.2% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.2%
10% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.7%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.0%
7% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep36.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.3%
Uninsured15.9%
85% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.2%
Dental Visits53.0%
Premature Death9,694/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.5/10
Exercise Access56.7%
Healthcare Facilities3
Vega has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.3 inches. The area enjoys 330 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.3 inches
49% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation4,029 ft (1,228 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density706/sq mi
Coordinates35.2453°N, 102.4292°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48359
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 84.3-point margin. 85.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 91.9%
D 7.6%

Winner: Republican by 84.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.4%
60% below US avg
High School+81.8%
Graduate Degree+5.3%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density706/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.7%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants7
Retail Stores11

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.3 min
Drive Alone74.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.7%

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