Refugio, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
2,729 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$56,193 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
72.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$85,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$441 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$439 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
44.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Refugio County
3
Texas
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Refugio County
2
Texas
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 55
Feb 2 0 58
Mar 3 0 64
Apr 2 0 70
May 3 0 76
Jun 4 0 82
Jul 4 0 84
Aug 2 0 84
Sep 4 0 80
Oct 4 0 73
Nov 3 0 64
Dec 2 0 56

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 58%
Hillary Clinton 39%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 27, TX State Senate District 18, TX State House District 43, TX
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Schools

Refugio Hs
<1 miles, N • 2.8 star
Refugio El
<1 miles, N • 2.3 star
Refugio Jh
<1 miles, N • 1.9 star
Woodsboro Hs
6 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Coastal Bend College
30 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Del Mar College
38 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Care Regional Medical Center
28 miles, S • 4.1 star
Christus Spohn Hospital Beeville
29 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

San Antonio International Airport
111 miles, N • 3.2 star
Laredo International Airport
144 miles, W • 1 star
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