Santa Maria, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
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
600 332.4M (US)
Median Age
50.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
86.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
3.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$56,213 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
62.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$53,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$427 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$689 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
88.3% 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 59
Feb 1 0 62
Mar 1 0 69
Apr 1 0 74
May 2 0 80
Jun 2 0 84
Jul 2 0 85
Aug 2 0 85
Sep 5 0 81
Oct 2 0 77
Nov 2 0 69
Dec 1 0 61

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 60% of residents leaning left and 36% leaning right.

Liberal (61%) (37%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 32%
Hillary Clinton 65%
Other 3%

Schools

Santa Maria Middle
<1 miles, SE 1.4 star
Tony Gonzalez El
<1 miles, E 2.3 star
Santa Maria Jh
<1 miles, SE 3.2 star

Colleges

Hospitals

Knapp Medical Center
10 miles, NW 4.1 star
Harlingen Medical Center
12 miles, E 5 star

Airports

Valley International Airport
16 miles, E 1 star
McAllen Miller International Airport
25 miles, NW 1.4 star