Roma, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
11,543 332.4M (US)
Median Age
29.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$27,741 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
59.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$87,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$362 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$384 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
48.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 58
Feb 1 0 62
Mar 1 0 68
Apr 1 0 75
May 2 0 81
Jun 3 0 85
Jul 2 0 86
Aug 2 0 86
Sep 4 0 82
Oct 3 0 76
Nov 1 0 67
Dec 1 0 59

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 82% of residents leaning left and 15% leaning right.

Liberal (84%) (15%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 15%
Hillary Clinton 83%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 28, TX State Senate District 21, TX State House District 31, TX
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Schools

Roel a & Celia R Saenz El
<1 miles, E • 4.1 star
Florence J Scott El
<1 miles, W • 4.6 star
Roma Hs
2 miles, N • 2.8 star
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Colleges

South Texas College
48 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Starr County Memorial Hospital
9 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Mission Regional Medical Center
45 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Doctors Hospital at Renaissance
51 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Rio Grande Regional Hospital
51 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

McAllen Miller International Airport
50 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Laredo International Airport
83 miles, N • 1 star
Valley International Airport
84 miles, SE • 1 star
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