Los Alvarez, 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
9/10
home
Housing
9/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
2/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- 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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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- 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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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- 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
232
332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.4 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
43.4%
64% (US)
College-Educated
4.5%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$11,004
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
12.4%
88% (US)
Average Commute
12 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$113,500
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$397
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$532
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.5%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Starr County
3
Rio Grande City-Roma Urban Area
3
Texas
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Starr County
2
Rio Grande City-Roma Urban Area
2
Texas
5
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 0 | 59 |
| Feb | 1 | 0 | 63 |
| Mar | 1 | 0 | 69 |
| Apr | 1 | 0 | 75 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 81 |
| Jun | 3 | 0 | 85 |
| Jul | 2 | 0 | 86 |
| Aug | 2 | 0 | 87 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 82 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 76 |
| Nov | 1 | 0 | 68 |
| Dec | 1 | 0 | 60 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 76% of residents leaning left and 22% leaning right.
Liberal (76%) (22%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 22%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 28, TX State Senate District 21, TX State House District 31, TXSchools
Delia Gonzalez Garcia El
2 miles, NW
General Ricardo Sanchez El
3 miles, E
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2.8
Preparatory for Early College Hs
3 miles, E
•
4.1
Ringgold Middle
3 miles, E
•
1.4
Colleges
UCAS Univeristy of Cosmetology Arts & Sciences-La Joya
28 miles, SE
•
1
Mission Beauty Institute
38 miles, SE
GA Beauty & Barber School
41 miles, SE
South Texas College
42 miles, SE
•
1.4
Hospitals
Starr County Memorial Hospital
2 miles, SE
•
4.1
Mission Regional Medical Center
39 miles, SE
•
3.2
Doctors Hospital at Renaissance
44 miles, SE
•
2.3
Rio Grande Regional Hospital
44 miles, SE
•
4.1
Airports
McAllen Miller International Airport
43 miles, SE
•
1.4
Valley International Airport
78 miles, SE
•
1
Laredo International Airport
87 miles, N
•
1
Brownsville-South Padre Island International Airport
97 miles, SE
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1