Texas
Zapata is a small town in Texas with a population of 4,879. Residents earn $37,653 per year, which is 50% below the national average.
Based on current data, Zapata receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Zapata offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Zapata is $37,653, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. The poverty rate of 24.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Zapata is $104,300, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $482 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.2/10.
Zapata has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 14.6% |
| 81% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 85.4% |
| 537% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $37,653 |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $21,153 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $796 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $37,633 |
| Unemployment | 1.1% |
| 69% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 24.5% |
| 98% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 166 |
| County GDP | $668M |
| Restaurants | 20 |
| Healthcare | 18 |
| Retail | 35 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,533 |
| 1% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.39% |
| Commute Time | 17.8 min |
| Work from Home | 6.0% |
| Census Median | $104,300 |
| 63% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $126,365 |
| Census Median Rent | $482 |
| 59% below US avg |
| Studio | $747 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $973 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,167 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,432 |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,533 |
| 1% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.39% |
| Obesity | 42.0% |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 17.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.6% |
| Asthma | 8.9% |
| COPD | 5.7% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 41.6% |
| Depression | 19.8% |
| Mental Distress | 17.6% |
| Physical Distress | 17.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 80.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.4% |
| Premature Death | 9,589/100K |
| Food Environment | 4.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 31.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
| Annual Average | 74.4°F |
| 38% above US avg | |
| January Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 87°F (31°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 20.4 inches |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 376 ft (115 m) |
| Area | 7.6 sq mi (19.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 639/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.9022°N, 99.2614°W |
| County FIPS | 48505 |
Winner: Republican by 22.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 17.7% |
| 47% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 73.5% |
| School Test Score | 4.23 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 639/sq mi |
| Total Area | 7.6 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
| Restaurants | 20 |
| Retail Stores | 35 |
| Avg Commute | 17.8 min |
| Work from Home | 6.0% |