Lago, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 10/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Commuter’s Dream. The area offers extremely short and efficient commutes, with minimal travel times and excellent accessibility.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
87 332.4M (US)
Median Age
64.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
34.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$43,338 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
34.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
7 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$69,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$413 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$554 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
34.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cameron County
4
Brownsville-Harlingen Metro Area
4
Texas
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Cameron County
6
Brownsville-Harlingen Metro Area
6
Texas
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 0 60
Feb 1 0 63
Mar 1 0 68
Apr 1 0 74
May 2 0 80
Jun 2 0 84
Jul 2 0 84
Aug 2 0 85
Sep 5 0 82
Oct 2 0 77
Nov 2 0 70
Dec 1 0 62

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 56% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right.

Liberal (56%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 38%
Hillary Clinton 60%
Other 2%

Schools

Angela Gerusa Leal El
2 miles, W 1.9 star
Raul Garza Jr El
2 miles, N 2.3 star
Judge Oscar De La Fuente El
3 miles, NW 2.8 star

Colleges

Hospitals

Harlingen Medical Center
6 miles, N 5 star
Vhs Harlingen Hospital Company Llc
7 miles, N 3.2 star

Airports

Valley International Airport
10 miles, N 1 star
McAllen Miller International Airport
39 miles, NW 1.4 star