La Feria, TX
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6,848
TOTAL POPULATION
3,230
MALE POPULATION
3,618
FEMALE POPULATION
89.28
MALES / 100 FEMALES
112.01
FEMALES / 100 MALES
30.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.9
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$21,150
PER CAPITA INCOME
$43,911
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$38,656
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
34.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
65.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.47
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,495
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
54.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
1.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
La Feria Zip Codes
La Feria Area Codes
Race in La Feria
The most populous races in La Feria are Hispanic or Latino (6,333 | 92.5%), White / Caucasian (4,717 | 68.9%), and Two or more Races (1,673 | 24.4%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 0 | 0.0% |
| Black / African American | 15 | 0.2% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 6,333 | 92.5% |
| Native / Alaskan | 71 | 1.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 4,717 | 68.9% |
| Two or more Races | 1,673 | 24.4% |
| Some other Race | 372 | 5.4% |
| Total | 6,848 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in La Feria
The most populous ancestries reported in La Feria are Mexican (6,188 | 90.4%), English (291 | 4.3%), American (207 | 3.0%), German (160 | 2.3%), and Irish (142 | 2.1%), together accounting for 102.0% of all La Feria residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 207 | 3.0% |
| Central American | 34 | 0.5% |
| Croatian | 5 | 0.1% |
| Dutch | 22 | 0.3% |
| English | 291 | 4.3% |
| European | 26 | 0.4% |
| French | 43 | 0.6% |
| German | 160 | 2.3% |
| Honduran | 23 | 0.3% |
| Irish | 142 | 2.1% |
| Mexican | 6,188 | 90.4% |
| Mexican American Indian | 53 | 0.8% |
| Portuguese | 5 | 0.1% |
| Puerto Rican | 54 | 0.8% |
| Salvadoran | 11 | 0.2% |
| Scotch-Irish | 14 | 0.2% |
| Scottish | 24 | 0.4% |
| Swedish | 22 | 0.3% |
| Welsh | 5 | 0.1% | View All 19 Rows |
Immigrants in La Feria
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in La Feria came from Central America (926 | 13.5%), Latin America (926 | 13.5%), Mexico (916 | 13.4%), El Salvador (5 | 0.1%), and Honduras (5 | 0.1%), together accounting for 40.6% of all La Feria residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Central America | 926 | 13.5% |
| El Salvador | 5 | 0.1% |
| Honduras | 5 | 0.1% |
| Latin America | 926 | 13.5% |
| Mexico | 916 | 13.4% | View All 5 Rows |
Sex and Age in La Feria
Sex and Age in La Feria
The most populous age groups in La Feria are 5 to 9 Years (497 | 15.4%) for men and 75 to 79 Years (359 | 9.9%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 377 (11.7%) | 253 (7.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 497 (15.4%) | 326 (9.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 318 (9.9%) | 298 (8.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 272 (8.4%) | 342 (9.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 118 (3.6%) | 164 (4.5%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 165 (5.1%) | 139 (3.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 231 (7.1%) | 281 (7.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 142 (4.4%) | 180 (5.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 65 (2.0%) | 110 (3.0%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 183 (5.7%) | 287 (7.9%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 288 (8.9%) | 143 (4.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 48 (1.5%) | 160 (4.4%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 87 (2.7%) | 131 (3.6%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 183 (5.7%) | 165 (4.6%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 120 (3.7%) | 107 (3.0%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 17 (0.5%) | 359 (9.9%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 85 (2.6%) | 58 (1.6%) |
| 85 Years and over | 34 (1.1%) | 115 (3.2%) |
| Total | 3,230 (100.0%) | 3,618 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in La Feria
Median Family Size in La Feria
The median family size in La Feria is 3.80 persons per family, with single female/mother families (491 | 32.1%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.19 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (162 | 10.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.07 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 876 (57.3%) | 3.71 |
| Single Male/Father | 162 (10.6%) | 3.07 |
| Single Female/Mother | 491 (32.1%) | 4.19 |
| Total Families | 1,529 (100.0%) | 3.80 |
Median Household Size in La Feria
The median household size in La Feria is 2.88 persons per household, with single female/mother households (491 | 20.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.34 persons per household. non-family households (849 | 35.7%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.11 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 876 (36.8%) | 3.71 |
| Single Male/Father | 162 (6.8%) | 3.27 |
| Single Female/Mother | 491 (20.6%) | 4.34 |
| Non-family | 849 (35.7%) | 1.11 |
| Total Households | 2,378 (100.0%) | 2.88 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in La Feria
Out of a total of 2,378 households in La Feria, 1,529 (64.3%) are family households, while 849 (35.7%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 601, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 795.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 795 (33.4%) |
| 2-Person Households | 601 (25.3%) | 54 (2.3%) |
| 3-Person Households | 180 (7.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 316 (13.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 255 (10.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 95 (4.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 82 (3.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,529 (64.3%) | 849 (35.7%) |
Female Fertility in La Feria
Fertility by Age in La Feria
Average fertility rate in La Feria is 51.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 134.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 78 (100.0%) | 134.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 78 (100.0%) | 51.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in La Feria
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 78 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 78 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Fertility by Education in La Feria
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 60 (76.9%) | 115.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 18 (23.1%) | 40.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Total | 78 (100.0%) | 51.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in La Feria
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 60 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 18 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 78 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income in La Feria
Income Overview in La Feria
Per Capita Income in La Feria is $21,150, while median incomes of families and households are $43,911 and $38,656 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 6,848 | $21,150 |
| Median Family Income | 1,529 | $43,911 |
| Mean Family Income | 1,529 | $68,500 |
| Median Household Income | 2,378 | $38,656 |
| Mean Household Income | 2,378 | $57,566 |
| Income Deficit | 1,529 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 6,848 | 34.07% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 6,848 | 65.93¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 6,848 | 0.47 |
Earnings by Sex in La Feria
Average Earnings in La Feria are $31,369, $40,273 for men and $26,554 for women, a difference of 34.1%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 1,227 (47.2%) | $40,273 |
| Female | 1,372 (52.8%) | $26,554 |
| Total | 2,599 (100.0%) | $31,369 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in La Feria
The most common earnings brackets in La Feria are $100,000+ for men (244 | 19.9%) and $2,499 or less for women (143 | 10.4%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 12 (1.0%) | 143 (10.4%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 49 (4.0%) | 111 (8.1%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 76 (6.2%) | 67 (4.9%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 58 (4.7%) | 55 (4.0%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 63 (5.1%) | 37 (2.7%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 13 (1.1%) | 28 (2.0%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 48 (3.9%) | 55 (4.0%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 27 (2.2%) | 41 (3.0%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 48 (3.9%) | 36 (2.6%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 28 (2.3%) | 90 (6.6%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 56 (4.6%) | 124 (9.0%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 51 (4.2%) | 135 (9.8%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 74 (6.0%) | 63 (4.6%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 106 (8.6%) | 126 (9.2%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 61 (5.0%) | 21 (1.5%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 49 (4.0%) | 49 (3.6%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 14 (1.1%) | 24 (1.8%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 4 (0.3%) | 124 (9.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 146 (11.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000+ | 244 (19.9%) | 43 (3.1%) |
| Total | 1,227 (100.0%) | 1,372 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in La Feria
Average earnings in La Feria are $41,497 for men and $30,104 for women, a difference of 27.5%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $118,057, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $20,250. Women with an educational attainment of high school diploma earn the most with the average annual earnings of $32,667, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $29,497.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $20,250 | $0 |
| High School Diploma | $20,855 | $32,667 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $46,107 | $29,497 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $118,057 | $0 |
| Graduate Degree | - | - |
| Total | $41,497 | $30,104 |
Family Income in La Feria
Family Income Brackets in La Feria
According to the La Feria family income data, there are 292 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 19.1% of all families. Conversely, the $150,000 to $199,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 60 families (3.9%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 102 | 6.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 107 | 7.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 196 | 12.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 266 | 17.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 199 | 13.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 144 | 9.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 76 | 5.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 292 | 19.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 60 | 3.9% |
| $200,000+ | 89 | 5.8% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in La Feria
2-person families (601 | 39.3%) account for the highest median family income in La Feria with $36,750 per family, while 2-person families (601 | 39.3%) have the highest median income of $18,375 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 601 (39.3%) | $36,750 |
| 3-Person Families | 193 (12.6%) | $0 |
| 4-Person Families | 355 (23.2%) | $0 |
| 5-Person Families | 236 (15.4%) | $0 |
| 6-Person Families | 62 (4.1%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 82 (5.4%) | $34,208 |
| Total | 1,529 (100.0%) | $43,911 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in La Feria
The median family income in La Feria is $43,911, with families comprising 2 earners (410) having the highest median family income of $114,653, while families with no earners (312) have the lowest median family income of $22,333, accounting for 26.8% and 20.4% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 312 (20.4%) | $22,333 |
| 1 Earner | 654 (42.8%) | $33,542 |
| 2 Earners | 410 (26.8%) | $114,653 |
| 3+ Earners | 153 (10.0%) | $103,125 |
| Total | 1,529 (100.0%) | $43,911 |
Household Income in La Feria
Household Income Brackets in La Feria
With 611 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in La Feria, accounting for 25.7% of all households. In contrast, only 88 households (3.7%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 176 | 7.4% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 176 | 7.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 340 | 14.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 369 | 15.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 611 | 25.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 140 | 5.9% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 95 | 4.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 285 | 12.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 100 | 4.2% |
| $200,000+ | 88 | 3.7% |
Household Income by Householder Age in La Feria
The median household income in La Feria is $38,656, with the highest median household income of $39,182 found in the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 936 households (39.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 765 households (32.2%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 35 (1.5%) | $22,431 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 642 (27.0%) | $34,931 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 765 (32.2%) | $0 |
| 65+ Years | 936 (39.4%) | $39,182 |
| Total | 2,378 (100.0%) | $38,656 |
Poverty in La Feria
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in La Feria
With 35.4% poverty level for males and 28.1% for females among the residents of La Feria, 12 to 14 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 118 males (62.8%) and 15 females (71.4%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 221 (58.6%) | 175 (69.2%) |
| 5 Years | 97 (60.3%) | 15 (71.4%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 190 (40.8%) | 14 (2.8%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 118 (62.8%) | 48 (46.6%) |
| 15 Years | 33 (28.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 40 (36.7%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 117 (50.6%) | 74 (26.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 137 (34.6%) | 209 (49.8%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 58 (28.0%) | 38 (13.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 79 (16.8%) | 124 (28.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 21 (15.6%) | 99 (34.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 35 (11.6%) | 94 (34.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 36 (26.5%) | 87 (16.4%) |
| Total | 1,142 (35.4%) | 1,017 (28.1%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in La Feria
According to the poverty statistics in La Feria, males aged 16 and 17 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 156 (41.4%) | 78 (30.8%) |
| 5 Years | 64 (39.8%) | 6 (28.6%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 276 (59.2%) | 486 (97.2%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 70 (37.2%) | 55 (53.4%) |
| 15 Years | 84 (71.8%) | 118 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 42 (100.0%) | 69 (63.3%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 114 (49.3%) | 205 (73.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 259 (65.4%) | 211 (50.2%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 149 (72.0%) | 252 (86.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 392 (83.2%) | 306 (71.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 114 (84.4%) | 192 (66.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 268 (88.4%) | 178 (65.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 100 (73.5%) | 445 (83.7%) |
| Total | 2,088 (64.6%) | 2,601 (71.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in La Feria
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in La Feria show that 17.8% or 156 of the total 876 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 40.0%, comprising of 46 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 421 (87.9%) | 58 (12.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 212 (80.3%) | 52 (19.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 69 (60.0%) | 46 (40.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 18 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 720 (82.2%) | 156 (17.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in La Feria
According to the poverty data in La Feria, 25.9% or 42 single-father households and 54.6% or 268 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 42 households (56.8%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 60 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 42 (56.8%) | 67 (63.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 81 (42.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 60 (44.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 60 (100.0%) |
| Total | 42 (25.9%) | 268 (54.6%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in La Feria
The poverty data for La Feria shows that 156 of the married-couple family households (17.8%) and 310 of the single-parent households (47.5%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 46 households (40.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 60 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 58 (12.1%) | 109 (60.6%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 52 (19.7%) | 81 (42.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 46 (40.0%) | 60 (26.8%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 60 (100.0%) |
| Total | 156 (17.8%) | 310 (47.5%) |
Employment Characteristics in La Feria
Employment by Class of Employer in La Feria
Among the 2,436 employed individuals in La Feria, private company employees (1,514 | 62.2%), self-employed (not incorporated) (331 | 13.6%), and local government employees (212 | 8.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 1,514 | 62.2% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 102 | 4.2% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 331 | 13.6% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 28 | 1.1% |
| Local Government Employees | 212 | 8.7% |
| State Government Employees | 37 | 1.5% |
| Federal Government Employees | 212 | 8.7% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 2,436 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in La Feria
According to the labor force statistics for La Feria, out of the total population over 16 years of age (4,544), 54.9% or 2,495 individuals are in the labor force, with 1.8% or 45 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 55 to 59 years, with 91.3% or 190 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 35 to 44 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 9.4% or 38 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 77 (20.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 186 (66.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 200 (65.8%) | 7 (3.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 462 (90.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 406 (81.7%) | 38 (9.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 815 (90.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 190 (91.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 81 (37.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 79 (13.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,495 (54.9%) | 45 (1.8%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in La Feria
According to labor force statistics for La Feria, 81.6% of individuals (2,154) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,640) are in the labor force, with 2.1% or 45 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 94.5% or 431 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 5.0% or 38 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 351 (74.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 616 (67.9%) | 10 (1.1%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 756 (93.8%) | 40 (5.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 431 (94.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,154 (81.6%) | 55 (2.1%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in La Feria
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in La Feria are Community & Social Service (303 | 12.4%), Education Instruction & Library (229 | 9.3%), Management (133 | 5.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (105 | 4.3%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (59 | 2.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in La Feria, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 59 (44.4%) | 74 (55.6%) |
| Business & Financial | 27 (51.9%) | 25 (48.1%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 59 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 54 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 5 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 67 (22.1%) | 236 (77.9%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 0 (0.0%) | 53 (100.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 51 (22.3%) | 178 (77.7%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 16 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 22 (20.9%) | 83 (79.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 36 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 234 (35.9%) | 418 (64.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,129 (46.1%) | 1,322 (53.9%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in La Feria are Healthcare Support (343 | 14.0%), Security & Protection (221 | 9.0%), Law Enforcement (209 | 8.5%), Cleaning & Maintenance (199 | 8.1%), and Food Preparation & Serving (103 | 4.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in La Feria, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (98.0%), Healthcare Support (83.4%), and Personal Care & Service (74.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 57 (16.6%) | 286 (83.4%) |
| Security & Protection | 221 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 209 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 32 (31.1%) | 71 (68.9%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 4 (2.0%) | 195 (98.0%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 16 (25.8%) | 46 (74.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 330 (35.6%) | 598 (64.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,129 (46.1%) | 1,322 (53.9%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in La Feria are Office & Administration (194 | 7.9%), and Sales & Related (142 | 5.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 15 (10.6%) | 127 (89.4%) |
| Office & Administration | 25 (12.9%) | 169 (87.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 40 (11.9%) | 296 (88.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,129 (46.1%) | 1,322 (53.9%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in La Feria are Construction & Extraction (271 | 11.1%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (80 | 3.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 271 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 80 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 351 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,129 (46.1%) | 1,322 (53.9%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in La Feria are Transportation (91 | 3.7%), Material Moving (57 | 2.3%), and Production (36 | 1.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 31 (86.1%) | 5 (13.9%) |
| Transportation | 86 (94.5%) | 5 (5.5%) |
| Material Moving | 57 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 174 (94.6%) | 10 (5.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,129 (46.1%) | 1,322 (53.9%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in La Feria
Employment Industries in La Feria
The major employment industries in La Feria include Health Care & Social Assistance (603 | 24.6%), Educational Services (340 | 13.9%), Public Administration (272 | 11.1%), Accommodation & Food Services (252 | 10.3%), and Construction (238 | 9.7%).
Employment Industries by Sex in La Feria
The La Feria industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Information (100.0%), and Public Administration (95.2%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Utilities (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (100.0%), and Administrative & Support (77.4%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 238 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Manufacturing | 64 (92.7%) | 5 (7.2%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 32 (76.2%) | 10 (23.8%) |
| Retail Trade | 82 (71.9%) | 32 (28.1%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 54 (91.5%) | 5 (8.5%) |
| Utilities | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| Information | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 0 (0.0%) | 51 (100.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 24 (27.0%) | 65 (73.0%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 50 (22.6%) | 171 (77.4%) |
| Educational Services | 105 (30.9%) | 235 (69.1%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 151 (25.0%) | 452 (75.0%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 57 (22.6%) | 195 (77.4%) |
| Public Administration | 259 (95.2%) | 13 (4.8%) |
| Total | 1,129 (46.1%) | 1,322 (53.9%) |
Education in La Feria
School Enrollment in La Feria
The most common levels of schooling among the 2,057 students in La Feria are elementary school (553 | 26.9%), middle school (493 | 24.0%), and high school (478 | 23.2%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 168 | 8.2% |
| Kindergarten | 170 | 8.3% |
| Elementary School | 553 | 26.9% |
| Middle School | 493 | 24.0% |
| High School | 478 | 23.2% |
| College / Undergraduate | 178 | 8.6% |
| Graduate / Professional | 17 | 0.8% |
| Total | 2,057 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in La Feria
Out of a total of 2,057 students who are enrolled in schools in La Feria, 68 (3.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,989 (96.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 17 (73.9% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 752 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 54 (59.3%) | 37 (40.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 752 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 616 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 373 (96.6%) | 13 (3.4%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 73 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 43 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 73 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 6 (26.1%) | 17 (73.9%) |
| Total | 1,989 (96.7%) | 68 (3.3%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in La Feria
Education (190 | 27.7%), arts & humanities (132 | 19.3%), multidisciplinary studies (88 | 12.9%), science & technology (53 | 7.7%), and physical & health sciences (49 | 7.1%) are the most common fields of study among 685 individuals in La Feria who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 19 | 2.8% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 8 | 1.2% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 49 | 7.1% |
| Psychology | 26 | 3.8% |
| Social Sciences | 22 | 3.2% |
| Engineering | 20 | 2.9% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 88 | 12.9% |
| Science & Technology | 53 | 7.7% |
| Business | 36 | 5.3% |
| Education | 190 | 27.7% |
| Literature & Languages | 18 | 2.6% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 24 | 3.5% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 0 | 0.0% |
| Communications | 0 | 0.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 132 | 19.3% |
| Total | 685 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in La Feria
Vehicle Availability by Sex in La Feria
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in La Feria are males with 2 vehicles (675, accounting for 60.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (518, making up 51.5%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 0 (0.0%) | 51 (3.9%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 78 (6.9%) | 435 (33.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 675 (60.0%) | 518 (39.5%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 329 (29.2%) | 242 (18.5%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 29 (2.6%) | 31 (2.4%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 14 (1.2%) | 34 (2.6%) |
| Total | 1,125 (100.0%) | 1,311 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in La Feria
The most frequently occuring commute durations in La Feria are 15 to 19 minutes (656 commuters, 27.6%), 20 to 24 minutes (339 commuters, 14.3%), and 5 to 9 minutes (294 commuters, 12.4%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 23 | 1.0% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 294 | 12.4% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 282 | 11.9% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 656 | 27.6% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 339 | 14.3% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 275 | 11.6% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 255 | 10.7% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 0 | 0.0% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 60 | 2.5% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 86 | 3.6% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 91 | 3.8% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 15 | 0.6% |
Commute Time by Sex in La Feria
The most common commute times in La Feria are 15 to 19 minutes (264 commuters, 23.7%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (392 commuters, 31.0%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 23 (1.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 161 (14.5%) | 133 (10.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 92 (8.3%) | 190 (15.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 264 (23.7%) | 392 (31.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 163 (14.7%) | 176 (13.9%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 86 (7.7%) | 189 (14.9%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 169 (15.2%) | 86 (6.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 60 (4.8%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 86 (7.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 91 (8.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 15 (1.2%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in La Feria
The most frequent times of departure to work in La Feria are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (256, 23.0%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (287, 22.7%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 169 (15.2%) | 24 (1.9%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 31 (2.8%) | 136 (10.8%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 151 (13.6%) | 36 (2.9%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (0.8%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 136 (12.2%) | 101 (8.0%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 256 (23.0%) | 287 (22.7%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 75 (6.7%) | 266 (21.0%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 141 (12.7%) | 32 (2.5%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 6 (0.5%) | 143 (11.3%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 79 (6.2%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 6 (0.5%) | 85 (6.7%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 43 (3.9%) | 58 (4.6%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 98 (8.8%) | 7 (0.5%) |
| Total | 1,112 (100.0%) | 1,264 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in La Feria
Occupancy by Ownership in La Feria
Of the total 2,378 dwellings in La Feria, owner-occupied units account for 1,634 (68.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 744 (31.3%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 1,634 | 68.7% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 744 | 31.3% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 2,378 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in La Feria
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 795 | 33.4% |
| 2-Person Household | 655 | 27.5% |
| 3-Person Household | 180 | 7.6% |
| 4+ Person Household | 748 | 31.5% |
| Total Housing Units | 2,378 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in La Feria
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 602 (75.7%) | 193 (24.3%) |
| 2-Person Household | 460 (70.2%) | 195 (29.8%) |
| 3-Person Household | 125 (69.4%) | 55 (30.6%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 447 (59.8%) | 301 (40.2%) |
| Total Housing Units | 1,634 (68.7%) | 744 (31.3%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in La Feria
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 333 (74.8%) | 112 (25.2%) |
| High School Diploma | 487 (60.5%) | 318 (39.5%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 407 (59.0%) | 283 (41.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 407 (92.9%) | 31 (7.1%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in La Feria
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 396 | 16.7% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 281 | 11.8% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 562 | 23.6% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 203 | 8.5% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 425 | 17.9% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 422 | 17.7% |
| 85 Years and Over | 89 | 3.7% |
| Total | 2,378 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in La Feria
Median Income by Occupancy in La Feria
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 1,634 (68.7%) | $43,842 |
| Renter-Occupied | 744 (31.3%) | $28,007 |
| Average | 2,378 (100.0%) | $38,656 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in La Feria
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 48 (6.5%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 76 (4.6%) | 51 (6.9%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 136 (8.3%) | 41 (5.5%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 117 (7.2%) | 39 (5.2%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 22 (1.3%) | 161 (21.6%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 213 (13.0%) | 155 (20.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 450 (27.5%) | 160 (21.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 105 (6.4%) | 36 (4.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 71 (4.3%) | 25 (3.4%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 257 (15.7%) | 28 (3.8%) |
| $150,000 or more | 187 (11.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,634 (100.0%) | 744 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in La Feria
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 280 (17.1%) | 89 (12.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 452 (27.7%) | 50 (6.7%) |
| $500 to $799 | 233 (14.3%) | 205 (27.6%) |
| $800 to $999 | 149 (9.1%) | 91 (12.2%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 289 (17.7%) | 262 (35.2%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 80 (4.9%) | 32 (4.3%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 105 (6.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 10 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 36 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,634 (100.0%) | 744 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in La Feria
Housing Structures in La Feria
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,492 | 62.7% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 136 | 5.7% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 150 | 6.3% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 87 | 3.7% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 96 | 4.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 48 | 2.0% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 369 | 15.5% |
| Total | 2,378 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in La Feria
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,239 (83.0%) | 253 (17.0%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 136 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 150 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 87 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 96 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 48 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 259 (70.2%) | 110 (29.8%) |
| Total | 1,634 (68.7%) | 744 (31.3%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in La Feria
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 28 (1.7%) | 35 (4.7%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 98 (6.0%) | 221 (29.7%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 731 (44.7%) | 372 (50.0%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 571 (34.9%) | 116 (15.6%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 206 (12.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,634 (100.0%) | 744 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in La Feria
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 36 (2.2%) | 38 (5.1%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 6 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 1,592 (97.4%) | 706 (94.9%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,634 (100.0%) | 744 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in La Feria
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 27 (1.7%) | 95 (12.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 618 (37.8%) | 368 (49.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 697 (42.7%) | 270 (36.3%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 292 (17.9%) | 11 (1.5%) |
| Total | 1,634 (100.0%) | 744 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in La Feria
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in La Feria
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 914 | 720 |
| Median Property Value | $68,500 | $135,600 |
| Median Household Income | $37,614 | $170 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $403 | $36 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $808 | $15 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in La Feria
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 243 (26.6%) | 79 (11.0%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 460 (50.3%) | 84 (11.7%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 188 (20.6%) | 445 (61.8%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 3 (0.3%) | 112 (15.6%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 20 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 914 (100.0%) | 720 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in La Feria
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 76 (8.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 275 (30.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 95 (10.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 355 (38.8%) | 118 (16.4%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 28 (3.1%) | 95 (13.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 28 (3.1%) | 77 (10.7%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 40 (4.4%) | 43 (6.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 17 (1.9%) | 217 (30.1%) |
| Total | 914 (100.0%) | 720 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in La Feria
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 382 (41.8%) | 110,000 (15,277.8%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 227 (24.8%) | 484 (67.2%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 90 (9.9%) | 59 (8.2%) |
| 4.0x or more | 215 (23.5%) | 102 (14.2%) |
| Total | 914 (100.0%) | 720 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in La Feria
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 426 (46.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 291 (31.8%) | 181 (25.1%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 146 (16.0%) | 112 (15.6%) |
| Total | 914 (100.0%) | 720 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in La Feria
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in La Feria
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 806 (99.3%) | 6 (0.7%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,603 (94.1%) | 101 (5.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 156 (30.2%) | 360 (69.8%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 359 (47.9%) | 390 (52.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 316 (63.6%) | 181 (36.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 645 (71.6%) | 256 (28.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 287 (67.4%) | 139 (32.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 575 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 653 (97.8%) | 15 (2.2%) |
| Total | 5,400 (78.9%) | 1,448 (21.1%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in La Feria
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 806 (99.3%) | 6 (0.7%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,603 (94.1%) | 101 (5.9%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 156 (30.2%) | 360 (69.8%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in La Feria
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,043 (69.0%) | 469 (31.0%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 2,096 (81.9%) | 464 (18.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 327 (62.9%) | 193 (37.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 176 (61.5%) | 110 (38.5%) |
| $100,000 and over | 1,758 (89.2%) | 212 (10.8%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in La Feria
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 632 (77.8%) | 209 (25.7%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,053 (61.8%) | 581 (34.1%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 73 (14.1%) | 83 (16.1%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 111 (14.8%) | 269 (35.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 41 (8.3%) | 280 (56.3%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 50 (5.6%) | 595 (66.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 59 (13.9%) | 228 (53.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 575 (100.0%) | 222 (38.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 653 (97.8%) | 347 (51.9%) |
| Total | 3,247 (47.4%) | 2,814 (41.1%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in La Feria
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 110 (11.3%) | 60 (7.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 72 (11.5%) | 73 (10.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 76 (9.3%) | 142 (14.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 71 (23.4%) | 129 (47.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 56 (41.2%) | 176 (33.1%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in La Feria
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 32 (3.9%) | 25 (2.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 18 (5.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 42 (30.9%) | 42 (7.9%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 52 (6.4%) | 32 (3.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 6 (2.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 59 (11.1%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 110 (11.3%) | 60 (7.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 72 (11.5%) | 73 (10.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 42 (5.2%) | 75 (7.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 13 (4.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 14 (10.3%) | 61 (11.5%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 22 (2.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 50 (6.1%) | 78 (7.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 53 (17.5%) | 102 (37.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 56 (41.2%) | 118 (22.2%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 10 (1.0%) | 5 (0.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 5 (0.6%) | 53 (5.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 64 (23.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 34 (25.0%) | 68 (12.8%) |
Technology Access in La Feria
Computing Device Access in La Feria
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 1,325 | 55.7% |
| Smartphone | 1,869 | 78.6% |
| Tablet | 930 | 39.1% |
| No Computing Device | 454 | 19.1% |
| Total | 2,378 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in La Feria
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 1,099 | 46.2% |
| Cellular Data Only | 322 | 13.5% |
| Satellite Internet | 41 | 1.7% |
| No Internet | 915 | 38.5% |
| Total | 2,378 | 100.0% |
La Feria Summary
La Feria is a city located in Cameron County, Texas, United States. It is part of the Brownsville–Harlingen Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 7,302 at the 2010 census.
History
La Feria was founded in 1904 by the St. Louis, Brownsville and Mexico Railway. The city was named after the Spanish word for “the fair”, referring to the annual fairs that were held in the area. The city was incorporated in 1911.
Geography
La Feria is located at 26°7′17″N 97°51′17″W (26.121400, -97.854700). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.2 square miles (5.7 km2), all of it land.
Economy
La Feria is a major agricultural center in the Rio Grande Valley. The city is home to a variety of businesses, including a large number of agricultural-related businesses. The city is also home to a number of manufacturing and distribution companies.
Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 6,845 people, 2,093 households, and 1,717 families residing in the city. The population density was 3,093.3 people per square mile (1,192.2/km2). There were 2,323 housing units at an average density of 1,053.2 per square mile (406.7/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 79.17% White, 0.17% African American, 0.45% Native American, 0.17% Asian, 0.02% Pacific Islander, 17.90% from other races, and 2.12% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 97.45% of the population.
There were 2,093 households, out of which 44.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 63.2% were married couples living together, 14.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 17.7% were non-families. 15.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.26 and the average family size was 3.63.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 33.2% under the age of 18, 10.2% from 18 to 24, 27.2% from 25 to 44, 18.2% from 45 to 64, and 11.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 30 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.3 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $20,938, and the median income for a family was $22,917. Males had a median income of $20,917 versus $15,000 for females. The per capita income for the city was $9,072. About 33.2% of families and 37.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 45.2% of those under age 18 and 33.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of La Feria?
Total Population of La Feria is 6,848.
What is the Total Male Population of La Feria?
Total Male Population of La Feria is 3,230.
What is the Total Female Population of La Feria?
Total Female Population of La Feria is 3,618.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in La Feria?
There are 89.28 Males per 100 Females in La Feria.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in La Feria?
There are 112.01 Females per 100 Males in La Feria.
What is the Median Population Age in La Feria?
Median Population Age in La Feria is 30.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in La Feria
Average Family Size in La Feria is 3.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in La Feria
Average Household Size in La Feria is 2.9 People.
What is Per Capita Income in La Feria?
Per Capita income in La Feria is $21,150.
What is the Median Family Income in La Feria?
Median Family Income in La Feria is $43,911.
What is the Median Household income in La Feria?
Median Household Income in La Feria is $38,656.
What is Income or Wage Gap in La Feria?
Income or Wage Gap in La Feria is 34.1%.
Women in La Feria earn 65.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in La Feria?
Inequality or Gini Index in La Feria is 0.47.
How Large is the Labor Force in La Feria?
There are 2,495 People in the Labor Forcein in La Feria.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in La Feria?
54.9% of People are in the Labor Force in La Feria.
What is the Unemployment Rate in La Feria?
Unemployment Rate in La Feria is 1.8%.