Lasara, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
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
1,208 332.4M (US)
Median Age
31.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
82.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$45,000 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
73.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$58,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$346 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$614 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
85.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Willacy County
7
Raymondville Urban Area
7
Texas
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Willacy County
6
Raymondville Urban Area
6
Texas
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 0 59
Feb 1 0 61
Mar 1 0 68
Apr 1 0 75
May 3 0 80
Jun 3 0 84
Jul 2 0 86
Aug 2 0 86
Sep 5 0 82
Oct 3 0 76
Nov 1 0 68
Dec 1 0 60

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 72% of residents leaning left and 26% leaning right.

Liberal (72%) (26%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 24%
Hillary Clinton 74%
Other 2%

Schools

Lasara El
<1 miles, SE 1.9 star
Lasara Hs
<1 miles, SE 3.2 star
Smith El
7 miles, E 1.9 star
Jose Borrego Middle
8 miles, SW 1.4 star

Colleges

Hospitals

South Texas Health System
22 miles, W 4.1 star
Knapp Medical Center
22 miles, SW 4.1 star
Doctors Hospital at Renaissance
23 miles, W 2.3 star

Airports

Valley International Airport
23 miles, S 1 star