Rio Hondo, 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
7/10
home
Housing
9/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
3/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
1/10
accessibility
Hospitals
6/10
- 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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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- 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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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- 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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Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.
Residents
Population
1,970
332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.7 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.9%
64% (US)
College-Educated
12.5%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$60,000
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.2%
88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.1%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$94,700
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$478
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$666
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.3%
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 | 2 | 0 | 74 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 80 |
| Jun | 3 | 0 | 84 |
| Jul | 2 | 0 | 84 |
| Aug | 2 | 0 | 85 |
| Sep | 5 | 0 | 82 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 76 |
| Nov | 1 | 0 | 69 |
| Dec | 1 | 0 | 61 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 49% of residents leaning left and 47% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (49%) (47%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 39%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 34, TX State Senate District 27, TX State House District 37, TXSchools
Rio Hondo Int
<1 miles, NE
•
1.9
Rio Hondo Hs
<1 miles, NE
•
2.8
Rio Hondo El
<1 miles, NE
Rio Hondo Middle
1 miles, SE
•
1.9
Colleges
Southern Careers Institute-Harlingen
6 miles, W
•
1
UCAS University of Cosmetology Arts & Sciences-Harlingen
7 miles, W
•
1
South Texas Training Center
7 miles, SW
Salon & Spa Institute
21 miles, S
Hospitals
Vhs Harlingen Hospital Company Llc
7 miles, W
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3.2
Palms Behavioral Health
8 miles, W
Harlingen Medical Center
8 miles, W
•
5
Rio Grande State Center
9 miles, W
Airports
Valley International Airport
5 miles, W
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1
Brownsville-South Padre Island International Airport
25 miles, S
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1
McAllen Miller International Airport
41 miles, W
•
1.4
Corpus Christi International Airport
106 miles, NE
•
1