Rio Vista, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
1,616 332.4M (US)
Median Age
29.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
84.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$70,587 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
40 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$191,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$553 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$899 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Johnson County
3
Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington 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

Johnson County
3
Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington Metro Area
5
Texas
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 44
Feb 3 0 48
Mar 4 0 56
Apr 3 0 64
May 5 0 72
Jun 4 0 79
Jul 2 0 83
Aug 3 0 83
Sep 3 0 76
Oct 4 0 66
Nov 3 0 54
Dec 3 0 46

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 24% of residents leaning left and 72% leaning right.

Liberal (24%) (73%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 77%
Hillary Clinton 20%
Other 3%

Schools

Rio Vista Middle
<1 miles, S 1.9 star
Rio Vista El
<1 miles, S 2.3 star
Rio Vista Hs
<1 miles, SW 3.2 star
Lowell Smith Jr Middle
6 miles, N 2.3 star

Colleges

Southwestern Adventist University
12 miles, NE 1.9 star
Hill College
23 miles, SE 1.4 star

Hospitals

Glen Rose Medical Center
22 miles, NW 3.2 star
Hill Regional Hospital
22 miles, SE 3.2 star

Airports

Waco Regional Airport
44 miles, S 1 star
Dallas Love Field
52 miles, NE 3.7 star
Robert Gray Army Airfield
85 miles, SW 1 star