Lasara, TX
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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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
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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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%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 24%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 34, TX State Senate District 27, TX State House District 37, TXSchools
Lasara El
<1 miles, SE
•
1.9
Lasara Hs
<1 miles, SE
•
3.2
Smith El
7 miles, E
•
1.9
Jose Borrego Middle
8 miles, SW
•
1.4
Colleges
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
20 miles, W
•
2.3
South Texas Vocational Technical Institute-Weslaco
20 miles, SW
•
1
Valley Grande Institute for Academic Studies
22 miles, SW
•
1.4
Rio Grande Valley College
23 miles, W
Hospitals
South Texas Health System
22 miles, W
•
4.1
Knapp Medical Center
22 miles, SW
•
4.1
Cornerstone Regional Hospital
23 miles, W
Doctors Hospital at Renaissance
23 miles, W
•
2.3
Airports
Valley International Airport
23 miles, S
•
1
McAllen Miller International Airport
28 miles, W
•
1.4
Brownsville-South Padre Island International Airport
49 miles, S
•
1
Corpus Christi International Airport
94 miles, NE
•
1