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Villarreal, TX

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Villarreal is a small town in Texas with a population of 168. Residents earn $28,125 per year, which is 63% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
168 Population 2,400/sq mi density
$28,125 Median Income $12,261 per capita
$89,500 Home Value
74°F Avg Temperature 312 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$28,125 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$89,500 home value
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
39.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,125
63% lower than US avg
Home Value $89,500
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.3%
17% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.3%
41% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 38.0%
206% higher than US avg

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

People

Population168
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density2,400/mi²
Male / Female32% / 68%
Largest GroupWhite 8%
Veterans90.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$28,125
Per Capita$12,261
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty38.0%
County GDP$1,559M
Commute45 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$89,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units36
Rent Burden33.6%

Health

Obesity45.3%
Uninsured45.8%
Smoking18.8%
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (24°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain22.5 in/yr
Sunny Days312/yr
Elevation214 ft (65 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.3%
High School+74.4%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%
Commute45 min
Broadband50.0%
Libraries1

Is Villarreal a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Villarreal receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Villarreal offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Villarreal is $28,125, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 38.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Villarreal is $89,500, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 74.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Villarreal 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.

Villarreal has a population of 168 with a density of 2,400 people per square mile. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (8.3%).

Population

168
Total Population
2,400
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 32.1%
Female 67.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Villarreal vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only52.2%
34% below US avg
Spanish47.8%
257% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Villarreal vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Villarreal is $28,125, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 38.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes.

Income: Villarreal vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,125
63% below US avg
Per Capita Income$12,261
Avg Weekly Wage$765
IRS Avg AGI$36,816

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate38.0%
206% 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 Rate5.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time44.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Villarreal is $89,500, 68% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$89,500
68% 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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units36

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,682
34% above US avg
Effective Rate5.23%
In Villarreal, 45.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 45.8% of residents lack health insurance. 18.8% are current smokers. 21.7% report depression. 47.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.3%
41% above US avg
Diabetes19.1%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
Asthma9.4%
COPD7.0%
Cancer3.1%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.8%
34% above US avg
Binge Drinking12.4%
Physical Inactivity47.7%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress20.1%
Short Sleep40.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate16.7%
Uninsured45.8%
433% above US avg
Checkup Rate64.7%
Dental Visits30.4%
Premature Death9,793/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment3.0/10
Exercise Access62.4%
Healthcare Facilities108
Villarreal 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

Elevation214 ft (65 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density2,400/sq mi
Coordinates26.3071°N, 98.6443°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48427
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 39.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16-point margin. 50.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.8%
D 41.8%

Winner: Republican by 16 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.3%
17% above US avg
High School+74.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.10
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density2,400/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access50.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities108
Restaurants61
Retail Stores128

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute44.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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