Rio Grande City, TX

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Rio Grande City Overview

15,256
TOTAL POPULATION
7,805
MALE POPULATION
7,451
FEMALE POPULATION
104.75
MALES / 100 FEMALES
95.46
FEMALES / 100 MALES
30.2
MEDIAN AGE
3.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$20,612
PER CAPITA INCOME
$46,791
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$44,307
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
7.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
92.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.55
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
6,545
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
60.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
8.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Rio Grande City Zip Codes

Rio Grande City Area Codes

Race in Rio Grande City

The most populous races in Rio Grande City are Hispanic or Latino (14,515 | 95.1%), White / Caucasian (7,522 | 49.3%), and Two or more Races (6,642 | 43.5%).
Race in Rio Grande City
Race# Population% Population
Asian340.2%
Black / African American510.3%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino14,51595.1%
Native / Alaskan280.2%
White / Caucasian7,52249.3%
Two or more Races6,64243.5%
Some other Race9796.4%
Total15,256100.0%

Ancestry in Rio Grande City

The most populous ancestries reported in Rio Grande City are Mexican (13,625 | 89.3%), American (157 | 1.0%), Central American (77 | 0.5%), Swiss (66 | 0.4%), and Honduran (59 | 0.4%), together accounting for 91.7% of all Rio Grande City residents.
Ancestry in Rio Grande City
Ancestry# Population% Population
African80.1%
American1571.0%
Arab10.0%
Basque180.1%
British200.1%
Central American770.5%
Danish20.0%
Egyptian10.0%
English10.0%
French210.1%
German420.3%
Greek160.1%
Guatemalan130.1%
Honduran590.4%
Irish470.3%
Italian320.2%
Korean340.2%
Mexican13,62589.3%
Nicaraguan50.0%
Norwegian90.1%
Polish20.0%
Puerto Rican260.2%
Scottish230.2%
Spanish360.2%
Subsaharan African80.1%
Swiss660.4%
Welsh260.2%
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Immigrants in Rio Grande City

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Rio Grande City came from Central America (3,318 | 21.7%), Latin America (3,318 | 21.7%), Mexico (3,246 | 21.3%), Guatemala (36 | 0.2%), and Honduras (36 | 0.2%), together accounting for 65.3% of all Rio Grande City residents.
Immigrants in Rio Grande City
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa30.0%
Asia340.2%
Cameroon20.0%
Central America3,31821.7%
Egypt10.0%
Guatemala360.2%
Honduras360.2%
Latin America3,31821.7%
Mexico3,24621.3%
Middle Africa20.0%
Northern Africa10.0%
Philippines340.2%
South Eastern Asia340.2%
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Sex and Age in Rio Grande City

Sex and Age in Rio Grande City

The most populous age groups in Rio Grande City are 5 to 9 Years (763 | 9.8%) for men and 5 to 9 Years (828 | 11.1%) for women.
Sex and Age in Rio Grande City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years635 (8.1%)530 (7.1%)
5 to 9 Years763 (9.8%)828 (11.1%)
10 to 14 Years694 (8.9%)653 (8.8%)
15 to 19 Years694 (8.9%)649 (8.7%)
20 to 24 Years577 (7.4%)318 (4.3%)
25 to 29 Years671 (8.6%)576 (7.7%)
30 to 34 Years418 (5.4%)531 (7.1%)
35 to 39 Years703 (9.0%)585 (7.9%)
40 to 44 Years387 (5.0%)538 (7.2%)
45 to 49 Years459 (5.9%)258 (3.5%)
50 to 54 Years435 (5.6%)512 (6.9%)
55 to 59 Years243 (3.1%)328 (4.4%)
60 to 64 Years298 (3.8%)286 (3.8%)
65 to 69 Years287 (3.7%)433 (5.8%)
70 to 74 Years245 (3.1%)70 (0.9%)
75 to 79 Years143 (1.8%)66 (0.9%)
80 to 84 Years85 (1.1%)69 (0.9%)
85 Years and over68 (0.9%)221 (3.0%)
Total7,805 (100.0%)7,451 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Rio Grande City

Median Family Size in Rio Grande City

The median family size in Rio Grande City is 3.78 persons per family, with single male/father families (272 | 7.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.1 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (2,119 | 59.6%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.67 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Rio Grande City
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple2,119 (59.6%)3.67
Single Male/Father272 (7.7%)4.10
Single Female/Mother1,162 (32.7%)3.91
Total Families3,553 (100.0%)3.78

Median Household Size in Rio Grande City

The median household size in Rio Grande City is 3.29 persons per household, with single male/father households (272 | 6.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.47 persons per household. non-family households (918 | 20.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.02 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Rio Grande City
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple2,119 (47.4%)3.71
Single Male/Father272 (6.1%)4.47
Single Female/Mother1,162 (26.0%)4.04
Non-family918 (20.5%)1.02
Total Households4,471 (100.0%)3.29

Household Size by Marriage Status in Rio Grande City

Out of a total of 4,471 households in Rio Grande City, 3,553 (79.5%) are family households, while 918 (20.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,142, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 901.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Rio Grande City
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-901 (20.2%)
2-Person Households1,142 (25.5%)17 (0.4%)
3-Person Households912 (20.4%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households820 (18.3%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households468 (10.5%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households149 (3.3%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households62 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,553 (79.5%)918 (20.5%)

Female Fertility in Rio Grande City

Fertility by Age in Rio Grande City

Average fertility rate in Rio Grande City is 30.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 44.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 59.1% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Rio Grande City
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years7 (6.7%)11.0
20 to 34 years62 (59.1%)44.0
35 to 50 years36 (34.3%)26.0
Total105 (100.0%)30.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Rio Grande City

89.5% of women with births (105) in Rio Grande City are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Rio Grande City
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years58 (93.5%)4 (6.5%)
35 to 50 years36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total94 (89.5%)11 (10.5%)

Fertility by Education in Rio Grande City

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Rio Grande City
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School7 (6.7%)8.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree53 (50.5%)58.0
Bachelor's Degree4 (3.8%)8.0
Graduate Degree41 (39.1%)160.0
Total105 (100.0%)30.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Rio Grande City

10.5% of women with births in Rio Grande City are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Rio Grande City
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)4 (100.0%)
Graduate Degree41 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total94 (89.5%)11 (10.5%)

Income in Rio Grande City

Income Overview in Rio Grande City

Per Capita Income in Rio Grande City is $20,612, while median incomes of families and households are $46,791 and $44,307 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income15,256$20,612
Median Family Income3,553$46,791
Mean Family Income3,553$73,734
Median Household Income4,471$44,307
Mean Household Income4,471$65,307
Income Deficit3,553$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)15,2567.20%
Wage / Income Gap ($)15,25692.80¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index15,2560.55

Earnings by Sex in Rio Grande City

Average Earnings in Rio Grande City are $24,962, $25,663 for men and $23,816 for women, a difference of 7.2%.
Earnings by Sex in Rio Grande City
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male3,641 (52.7%)$25,663
Female3,268 (47.3%)$23,816
Total6,909 (100.0%)$24,962

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Rio Grande City

The most common earnings brackets in Rio Grande City are $55,000 to $64,999 for men (397 | 10.9%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (534 | 16.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Rio Grande City
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less100 (2.8%)248 (7.6%)
$2,500 to $4,999140 (3.8%)107 (3.3%)
$5,000 to $7,499101 (2.8%)200 (6.1%)
$7,500 to $9,999150 (4.1%)140 (4.3%)
$10,000 to $12,499261 (7.2%)173 (5.3%)
$12,500 to $14,999260 (7.1%)228 (7.0%)
$15,000 to $17,499237 (6.5%)149 (4.6%)
$17,500 to $19,99951 (1.4%)63 (1.9%)
$20,000 to $22,499226 (6.2%)266 (8.1%)
$22,500 to $24,999246 (6.8%)114 (3.5%)
$25,000 to $29,999225 (6.2%)534 (16.3%)
$30,000 to $34,999154 (4.2%)116 (3.5%)
$35,000 to $39,999188 (5.2%)125 (3.8%)
$40,000 to $44,999192 (5.3%)124 (3.8%)
$45,000 to $49,99921 (0.6%)275 (8.4%)
$50,000 to $54,999171 (4.7%)4 (0.1%)
$55,000 to $64,999397 (10.9%)221 (6.8%)
$65,000 to $74,999108 (3.0%)62 (1.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999189 (5.2%)19 (0.6%)
$100,000+224 (6.1%)100 (3.1%)
Total3,641 (100.0%)3,268 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Rio Grande City

Average earnings in Rio Grande City are $30,514 for men and $26,178 for women, a difference of 14.2%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $37,454, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $23,309. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $63,153, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $20,482.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Rio Grande City
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$23,309$20,482
High School Diploma$37,454$23,772
College or Associate's Degree$26,370$25,873
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$30,514$26,178

Family Income in Rio Grande City

Family Income Brackets in Rio Grande City

According to the Rio Grande City family income data, there are 643 families falling into the $35,000 to $49,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 18.1% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 128 families (3.6%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Rio Grande City
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00040511.4%
$10,000 to $14,9992888.1%
$15,000 to $24,9992777.8%
$25,000 to $34,9993239.1%
$35,000 to $49,99964318.1%
$50,000 to $74,9993459.7%
$75,000 to $99,99955415.6%
$100,000 to $149,99945512.8%
$150,000 to $199,9991313.7%
$200,000+1283.6%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Rio Grande City

4-person families (839 | 23.6%) account for the highest median family income in Rio Grande City with $76,896 per family, while 4-person families (839 | 23.6%) have the highest median income of $19,224 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Rio Grande City
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families1,214 (34.2%)$37,241
3-Person Families862 (24.3%)$46,733
4-Person Families839 (23.6%)$76,896
5-Person Families515 (14.5%)$47,969
6-Person Families75 (2.1%)$0
7+ Person Families48 (1.3%)$0
Total3,553 (100.0%)$46,791

Family Income by Number of Earners in Rio Grande City

The median family income in Rio Grande City is $46,791, with families comprising 3+ earners (321) having the highest median family income of $100,924, while families with no earners (415) have the lowest median family income of $11,353, accounting for 9.0% and 11.7% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Rio Grande City
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners415 (11.7%)$11,353
1 Earner1,410 (39.7%)$28,409
2 Earners1,407 (39.6%)$77,226
3+ Earners321 (9.0%)$100,924
Total3,553 (100.0%)$46,791

Household Income in Rio Grande City

Household Income Brackets in Rio Grande City

With 711 households falling in the category, the $35,000 to $49,999 income range is the most frequent in Rio Grande City, accounting for 15.9% of all households. In contrast, only 125 households (2.8%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Rio Grande City
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00053211.9%
$10,000 to $14,99959013.2%
$15,000 to $24,99946110.3%
$25,000 to $34,9993588.0%
$35,000 to $49,99971115.9%
$50,000 to $74,99945610.2%
$75,000 to $99,99960413.5%
$100,000 to $149,99947810.7%
$150,000 to $199,9991563.5%
$200,000+1252.8%

Household Income by Householder Age in Rio Grande City

The median household income in Rio Grande City is $44,307, with the highest median household income of $55,324 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,769 households (39.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $14,226, with 127 households (2.8%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Rio Grande City
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years127 (2.8%)$14,226
25 to 44 Years1,769 (39.6%)$55,324
45 to 64 Years1,471 (32.9%)$39,896
65+ Years1,104 (24.7%)$39,420
Total4,471 (100.0%)$44,307

Poverty in Rio Grande City

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Rio Grande City

With 22.7% poverty level for males and 37.3% for females among the residents of Rio Grande City, 5 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 108 males (49.3%) and 90 females (72.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Rio Grande City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years160 (25.2%)370 (69.8%)
5 Years108 (49.3%)81 (30.3%)
6 to 11 Years143 (20.0%)390 (43.2%)
12 to 14 Years157 (30.1%)72 (23.1%)
15 Years53 (38.4%)90 (72.6%)
16 and 17 Years41 (16.6%)131 (47.5%)
18 to 24 Years327 (39.6%)377 (66.5%)
25 to 34 Years84 (8.9%)334 (30.4%)
35 to 44 Years106 (11.1%)234 (21.1%)
45 to 54 Years156 (18.8%)226 (29.3%)
55 to 64 Years199 (37.1%)203 (33.7%)
65 to 74 Years45 (8.8%)139 (27.6%)
75 Years and over92 (33.8%)105 (32.3%)
Total1,671 (22.7%)2,752 (37.3%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Rio Grande City

According to the poverty statistics in Rio Grande City, males aged 65 to 74 years and females aged 35 to 44 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 91.2% of males and 78.9% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Rio Grande City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years475 (74.8%)160 (30.2%)
5 Years111 (50.7%)186 (69.7%)
6 to 11 Years573 (80.0%)512 (56.8%)
12 to 14 Years365 (69.9%)240 (76.9%)
15 Years85 (61.6%)34 (27.4%)
16 and 17 Years206 (83.4%)145 (52.5%)
18 to 24 Years498 (60.4%)190 (33.5%)
25 to 34 Years858 (91.1%)765 (69.6%)
35 to 44 Years846 (88.9%)873 (78.9%)
45 to 54 Years676 (81.2%)544 (70.7%)
55 to 64 Years337 (62.9%)399 (66.3%)
65 to 74 Years466 (91.2%)364 (72.4%)
75 Years and over180 (66.2%)220 (67.7%)
Total5,676 (77.3%)4,632 (62.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Rio Grande City

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Rio Grande City show that 16.2% or 344 of the total 2,119 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 22.5%, comprising of 195 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Rio Grande City
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children920 (89.8%)105 (10.2%)
1 or 2 Children671 (77.5%)195 (22.5%)
3 or 4 Children161 (78.5%)44 (21.5%)
5 or more Children23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,775 (83.8%)344 (16.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Rio Grande City

According to the poverty data in Rio Grande City, 15.8% or 43 single-father households and 51.9% or 603 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 43 households (37.1%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 174 households (69.6%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Rio Grande City
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)111 (39.1%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)318 (50.6%)
3 or 4 Children43 (37.1%)174 (69.6%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total43 (15.8%)603 (51.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Rio Grande City

The poverty data for Rio Grande City shows that 344 of the married-couple family households (16.2%) and 646 of the single-parent households (45.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 195 households (22.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 217 household (59.3%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Rio Grande City
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children105 (10.2%)111 (26.6%)
1 or 2 Children195 (22.5%)318 (48.9%)
3 or 4 Children44 (21.5%)217 (59.3%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total344 (16.2%)646 (45.1%)

Employment Characteristics in Rio Grande City

Employment by Class of Employer in Rio Grande City

Among the 5,850 employed individuals in Rio Grande City, private company employees (2,917 | 49.9%), state government employees (1,018 | 17.4%), and local government employees (761 | 13.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Rio Grande City
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees2,91749.9%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1192.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)70812.1%
Not-for-profit Organizations1622.8%
Local Government Employees76113.0%
State Government Employees1,01817.4%
Federal Government Employees941.6%
Unpaid Family Workers711.2%
Total5,850100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Rio Grande City

According to the labor force statistics for Rio Grande City, out of the total population over 16 years of age (10,891), 60.1% or 6,545 individuals are in the labor force, with 8.9% or 583 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 45 to 54 years, with 80.5% or 1,340 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 45.9% or 158 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Rio Grande City
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years344 (31.8%)158 (45.9%)
20 to 24 Years631 (70.5%)40 (6.3%)
25 to 29 Years855 (68.6%)87 (10.2%)
30 to 34 Years703 (74.1%)10 (1.4%)
35 to 44 Years1,779 (80.4%)132 (7.4%)
45 to 54 Years1,340 (80.5%)158 (11.8%)
55 to 59 Years262 (45.9%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years110 (18.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years472 (45.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over52 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total6,545 (60.1%)583 (8.9%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Rio Grande City

According to labor force statistics for Rio Grande City, 69.9% of individuals (5,052) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (7,228) are in the labor force, with 7.6% or 384 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 94.9% or 1,384 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 16.4% or 195 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Rio Grande City
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School1,192 (60.4%)324 (16.4%)
High School Diploma1,351 (63.5%)213 (10.0%)
College / Associate Degree1,125 (67.4%)67 (4.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,384 (94.9%)10 (0.7%)
Total5,052 (69.9%)549 (7.6%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Rio Grande City

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Rio Grande City are Community & Social Service (945 | 15.8%), Education Instruction & Library (740 | 12.4%), Management (408 | 6.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (376 | 6.3%), and Health Technologists (211 | 3.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Rio Grande City

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Rio Grande City, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Legal Services & Support (100.0%), and Business & Financial (48.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Rio Grande City
OccupationMaleFemale
Management192 (47.1%)216 (52.9%)
Business & Financial46 (48.9%)48 (51.1%)
Computers, Engineering & Science28 (31.1%)62 (68.9%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Architecture & Engineering28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)49 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 307 (32.5%)638 (67.5%)
Education, Arts & Media33 (33.7%)65 (66.3%)
Legal Services & Support56 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library218 (29.5%)522 (70.5%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)51 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating96 (25.5%)280 (74.5%)
Health Technologists41 (19.4%)170 (80.6%)
Total (Category)669 (35.0%)1,244 (65.0%)
Total (Overall)3,111 (52.1%)2,854 (47.8%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Rio Grande City are Food Preparation & Serving (518 | 8.7%), Healthcare Support (500 | 8.4%), Cleaning & Maintenance (288 | 4.8%), Personal Care & Service (113 | 1.9%), and Security & Protection (110 | 1.8%).
Services Occupations in Rio Grande City

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Rio Grande City, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Security & Protection (90.9%), and Law Enforcement (90.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (84.6%), Personal Care & Service (76.1%), and Food Preparation & Serving (66.4%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Rio Grande City
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support77 (15.4%)423 (84.6%)
Security & Protection100 (90.9%)10 (9.1%)
Firefighting & Prevention7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement93 (90.3%)10 (9.7%)
Food Preparation & Serving174 (33.6%)344 (66.4%)
Cleaning & Maintenance126 (43.8%)162 (56.2%)
Personal Care & Service27 (23.9%)86 (76.1%)
Total (Category)504 (33.0%)1,025 (67.0%)
Total (Overall)3,111 (52.1%)2,854 (47.8%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Rio Grande City are Sales & Related (570 | 9.6%), and Office & Administration (330 | 5.5%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Rio Grande City

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Rio Grande City
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related351 (61.6%)219 (38.4%)
Office & Administration44 (13.3%)286 (86.7%)
Total (Category)395 (43.9%)505 (56.1%)
Total (Overall)3,111 (52.1%)2,854 (47.8%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Rio Grande City are Construction & Extraction (640 | 10.7%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (143 | 2.4%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (17 | 0.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Rio Grande City

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Rio Grande City
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction640 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair143 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)800 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)3,111 (52.1%)2,854 (47.8%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Rio Grande City are Transportation (398 | 6.7%), Material Moving (391 | 6.6%), and Production (34 | 0.6%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Rio Grande City

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Rio Grande City
OccupationMaleFemale
Production34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation398 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving311 (79.5%)80 (20.5%)
Total (Category)743 (90.3%)80 (9.7%)
Total (Overall)3,111 (52.1%)2,854 (47.8%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Rio Grande City

Employment Industries in Rio Grande City

The major employment industries in Rio Grande City include Health Care & Social Assistance (1,304 | 21.9%), Educational Services (1,132 | 19.0%), Construction (639 | 10.7%), Retail Trade (627 | 10.5%), and Accommodation & Food Services (418 | 7.0%).
Employment Industries in Rio Grande City

Employment Industries by Sex in Rio Grande City

The Rio Grande City industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Wholesale Trade (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (79.9%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (75.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Rio Grande City
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting105 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction92 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction566 (88.6%)73 (11.4%)
Manufacturing62 (73.8%)22 (26.2%)
Wholesale Trade10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade449 (71.6%)178 (28.4%)
Transportation & Warehousing242 (72.2%)93 (27.8%)
Utilities147 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information63 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)115 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing117 (81.2%)27 (18.8%)
Professional & Scientific62 (68.9%)28 (31.1%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support30 (31.9%)64 (68.1%)
Educational Services352 (31.1%)780 (68.9%)
Health Care & Social Assistance262 (20.1%)1,042 (79.9%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation27 (24.5%)83 (75.4%)
Accommodation & Food Services227 (54.3%)191 (45.7%)
Public Administration229 (69.2%)102 (30.8%)
Total3,111 (52.1%)2,854 (47.8%)

Education in Rio Grande City

School Enrollment in Rio Grande City

The most common levels of schooling among the 4,727 students in Rio Grande City are elementary school (1,226 | 25.9%), high school (963 | 20.4%), and middle school (932 | 19.7%).
School Enrollment in Rio Grande City
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool4168.8%
Kindergarten3487.4%
Elementary School1,22625.9%
Middle School93219.7%
High School96320.4%
College / Undergraduate52211.0%
Graduate / Professional3206.8%
Total4,727100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Rio Grande City

Out of a total of 4,727 students who are enrolled in schools in Rio Grande City, 109 (2.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 4,618 (97.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 44 (15.4% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 218 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Rio Grande City
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds218 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old1,533 (97.7%)36 (2.3%)
10 to 14 Year Olds1,307 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds764 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds203 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds242 (84.6%)44 (15.4%)
25 to 34 Year Olds182 (85.9%)30 (14.1%)
35 Years and over168 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,618 (97.7%)109 (2.3%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Rio Grande City

Education (311 | 18.7%), science & technology (276 | 16.6%), business (223 | 13.4%), arts & humanities (201 | 12.1%), and social sciences (128 | 7.7%) are the most common fields of study among 1,667 individuals in Rio Grande City who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Rio Grande City
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural784.7%
Physical & Health Sciences80.5%
Psychology1187.1%
Social Sciences1287.7%
Engineering10.1%
Multidisciplinary Studies1267.6%
Science & Technology27616.6%
Business22313.4%
Education31118.7%
Literature & Languages694.1%
Liberal Arts & History1146.8%
Visual & Performing Arts50.3%
Communications90.5%
Arts & Humanities20112.1%
Total1,667100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Rio Grande City

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Rio Grande City

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Rio Grande City are males with 2 vehicles (1,300, accounting for 42.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,070, making up 46.5%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Rio Grande City
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle93 (3.0%)302 (10.8%)
1 Vehicle482 (15.8%)606 (21.7%)
2 Vehicles1,300 (42.6%)1,070 (38.3%)
3 Vehicles582 (19.1%)489 (17.5%)
4 Vehicles506 (16.6%)300 (10.7%)
5 or more Vehicles88 (2.9%)27 (1.0%)
Total3,051 (100.0%)2,794 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Rio Grande City

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Rio Grande City are 10 to 14 minutes (1,093 commuters, 20.1%), 15 to 19 minutes (1,068 commuters, 19.7%), and 5 to 9 minutes (909 commuters, 16.7%).
Commute Time in Rio Grande City
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes3887.1%
5 to 9 Minutes90916.7%
10 to 14 Minutes1,09320.1%
15 to 19 Minutes1,06819.7%
20 to 24 Minutes56110.3%
25 to 29 Minutes3155.8%
30 to 34 Minutes4207.7%
35 to 39 Minutes260.5%
40 to 44 Minutes00.0%
45 to 59 Minutes2244.1%
60 to 89 Minutes3316.1%
90 or more Minutes961.8%

Commute Time by Sex in Rio Grande City

The most common commute times in Rio Grande City are 10 to 14 minutes (584 commuters, 19.5%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (509 commuters, 20.8%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Rio Grande City
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes79 (2.6%)309 (12.7%)
5 to 9 Minutes576 (19.3%)333 (13.6%)
10 to 14 Minutes584 (19.5%)509 (20.8%)
15 to 19 Minutes579 (19.4%)489 (20.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes241 (8.1%)320 (13.1%)
25 to 29 Minutes155 (5.2%)160 (6.6%)
30 to 34 Minutes261 (8.7%)159 (6.5%)
35 to 39 Minutes26 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 59 Minutes167 (5.6%)57 (2.3%)
60 to 89 Minutes251 (8.4%)80 (3.3%)
90 or more Minutes70 (2.3%)26 (1.1%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Rio Grande City

The most frequent times of departure to work in Rio Grande City are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (609, 20.4%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (561, 23.0%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Rio Grande City
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM250 (8.4%)7 (0.3%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM158 (5.3%)51 (2.1%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM54 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM240 (8.0%)99 (4.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM280 (9.4%)201 (8.2%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM392 (13.1%)502 (20.6%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM609 (20.4%)539 (22.1%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM500 (16.7%)561 (23.0%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM32 (1.1%)90 (3.7%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM60 (2.0%)64 (2.6%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM17 (0.6%)155 (6.4%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM166 (5.6%)131 (5.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM231 (7.7%)42 (1.7%)
Total2,989 (100.0%)2,442 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Rio Grande City

Occupancy by Ownership in Rio Grande City

Of the total 4,471 dwellings in Rio Grande City, owner-occupied units account for 3,246 (72.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,225 (27.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Rio Grande City
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units3,24672.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1,22527.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units4,471100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Rio Grande City

Occupancy by Household Size in Rio Grande City
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household90120.2%
2-Person Household1,15925.9%
3-Person Household91220.4%
4+ Person Household1,49933.5%
Total Housing Units4,471100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Rio Grande City

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Rio Grande City
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household659 (73.1%)242 (26.9%)
2-Person Household811 (70.0%)348 (30.0%)
3-Person Household677 (74.2%)235 (25.8%)
4+ Person Household1,099 (73.3%)400 (26.7%)
Total Housing Units3,246 (72.6%)1,225 (27.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Rio Grande City

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Rio Grande City
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School856 (63.6%)489 (36.4%)
High School Diploma854 (69.7%)371 (30.3%)
College/Associate Degree648 (74.9%)217 (25.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher888 (85.7%)148 (14.3%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Rio Grande City

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Rio Grande City
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years91820.5%
35 to 44 Years97821.9%
45 to 54 Years92620.7%
55 to 64 Years54512.2%
65 to 74 Years68215.2%
75 to 84 Years2194.9%
85 Years and Over2034.5%
Total4,471100.0%

Housing Finances in Rio Grande City

Median Income by Occupancy in Rio Grande City

Median Income by Occupancy in Rio Grande City
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied3,246 (72.6%)$53,721
Renter-Occupied1,225 (27.4%)$17,317
Average4,471 (100.0%)$44,307

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Rio Grande City

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Rio Grande City
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00063 (1.9%)181 (14.8%)
$5,000 to $9,999118 (3.6%)168 (13.7%)
$10,000 to $14,999397 (12.2%)194 (15.8%)
$15,000 to $19,999239 (7.4%)114 (9.3%)
$20,000 to $24,99938 (1.2%)69 (5.6%)
$25,000 to $34,999144 (4.4%)215 (17.5%)
$35,000 to $49,999578 (17.8%)133 (10.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999393 (12.1%)61 (5.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999579 (17.8%)25 (2.0%)
$100,000 to $149,999429 (13.2%)50 (4.1%)
$150,000 or more268 (8.3%)15 (1.2%)
Total3,246 (100.0%)1,225 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Rio Grande City

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Rio Grande City
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300566 (17.4%)19 (1.5%)
$300 to $4991,077 (33.2%)203 (16.6%)
$500 to $799464 (14.3%)406 (33.1%)
$800 to $999180 (5.6%)145 (11.8%)
$1,000 to $1,499380 (11.7%)183 (14.9%)
$1,500 to $1,999451 (13.9%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,499114 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more14 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,246 (100.0%)1,225 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Rio Grande City

Housing Structures in Rio Grande City

Housing Structures in Rio Grande City
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached3,41276.3%
Single Unit, Attached681.5%
2 Unit Apartments1974.4%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments290.6%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1302.9%
10 or more Apartments1774.0%
Mobile Home / Other45810.2%
Total4,471100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Rio Grande City

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Rio Grande City
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached2,798 (82.0%)614 (18.0%)
Single Unit, Attached49 (72.1%)19 (27.9%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)197 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)29 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)130 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)177 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other399 (87.1%)59 (12.9%)
Total3,246 (72.6%)1,225 (27.4%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Rio Grande City

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Rio Grande City
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room7 (0.2%)31 (2.5%)
2 or 3 Rooms303 (9.3%)396 (32.3%)
4 or 5 Rooms1,566 (48.2%)685 (55.9%)
6 or 7 Rooms1,180 (36.3%)85 (6.9%)
8 or more Rooms190 (5.9%)28 (2.3%)
Total3,246 (100.0%)1,225 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Rio Grande City

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Rio Grande City
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas199 (6.1%)50 (4.1%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas29 (0.9%)64 (5.2%)
Electricity2,989 (92.1%)1,097 (89.5%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used29 (0.9%)14 (1.1%)
Total3,246 (100.0%)1,225 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Rio Grande City

Household Vehicle Usage in Rio Grande City
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle297 (9.1%)262 (21.4%)
1 Vehicle770 (23.7%)679 (55.4%)
2 Vehicles1,222 (37.7%)263 (21.5%)
3 or more Vehicles957 (29.5%)21 (1.7%)
Total3,246 (100.0%)1,225 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Rio Grande City

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Rio Grande City

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units2,256990
Median Property Value$89,000$137,000
Median Household Income$45,783$91
Monthly Housing Costs$389$14
Real Estate Taxes$1,204$50

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Rio Grande City

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Rio Grande City
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000261 (11.6%)28 (2.8%)
$50,000 to $99,999963 (42.7%)240 (24.2%)
$100,000 to $299,999843 (37.4%)605 (61.1%)
$300,000 to $499,999175 (7.8%)80 (8.1%)
$500,000 to $749,99914 (0.6%)37 (3.7%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,256 (100.0%)990 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Rio Grande City

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Rio Grande City
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000152 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,999583 (25.8%)29 (2.9%)
$25,000 to $34,999144 (6.4%)91 (9.2%)
$35,000 to $49,999407 (18.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999152 (6.7%)171 (17.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999331 (14.7%)241 (24.3%)
$100,000 to $149,999310 (13.7%)248 (25.1%)
$150,000 or more177 (7.9%)119 (12.0%)
Total2,256 (100.0%)990 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Rio Grande City

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Rio Grande City
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x1,057 (46.9%)62,500 (6,313.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x168 (7.4%)440 (44.4%)
3.0x to 3.9x256 (11.4%)286 (28.9%)
4.0x or more739 (32.8%)40 (4.0%)
Total2,256 (100.0%)990 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Rio Grande City

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Rio Grande City
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800652 (28.9%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499877 (38.9%)66 (6.7%)
$800 to $1,499646 (28.6%)108 (10.9%)
Total2,256 (100.0%)990 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Rio Grande City

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Rio Grande City

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Rio Grande City
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years1,425 (86.3%)226 (13.7%)
6 to 18 Years2,500 (74.9%)839 (25.1%)
19 to 25 Years1,007 (56.7%)769 (43.3%)
26 to 34 Years755 (48.5%)800 (51.4%)
35 to 44 Years1,320 (64.1%)739 (35.9%)
45 to 54 Years846 (52.8%)756 (47.2%)
55 to 64 Years757 (66.5%)381 (33.5%)
65 to 74 Years983 (96.9%)31 (3.1%)
75 Years and older586 (98.2%)11 (1.8%)
Total10,179 (69.1%)4,552 (30.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Rio Grande City

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Rio Grande City
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born1,425 (86.3%)226 (13.7%)
Foreign Born, Citizen2,500 (74.9%)839 (25.1%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen1,007 (56.7%)769 (43.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Rio Grande City

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Rio Grande City
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0002,386 (59.4%)1,628 (40.6%)
$25,000 to $49,9992,137 (61.8%)1,319 (38.2%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,094 (73.2%)400 (26.8%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,652 (72.4%)631 (27.6%)
$100,000 and over2,902 (83.6%)569 (16.4%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Rio Grande City

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Rio Grande City
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6989 (59.9%)436 (26.4%)
6 to 18 Years1,671 (50.0%)837 (25.1%)
19 to 25 Years433 (24.4%)618 (34.8%)
25 to 34 Years233 (15.0%)611 (39.3%)
35 to 44 Years217 (10.5%)1,103 (53.6%)
45 to 54 Years190 (11.9%)700 (43.7%)
55 to 64 Years491 (43.1%)300 (26.4%)
65 to 74 Years983 (96.9%)372 (36.7%)
75 Years and over576 (96.5%)261 (43.7%)
Total5,783 (39.3%)5,238 (35.6%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Rio Grande City

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Rio Grande City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years181 (9.8%)45 (2.4%)
18 to 34 Years270 (15.3%)69 (4.1%)
35 to 64 Years388 (16.7%)563 (22.7%)
65 to 74 Years133 (26.0%)219 (43.5%)
75 Years and over164 (60.3%)231 (71.1%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Rio Grande City

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Rio Grande City: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years55 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years89 (3.8%)316 (12.8%)
65 to 74 Years58 (11.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over76 (27.9%)133 (40.9%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Rio Grande City: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years21 (1.1%)45 (2.4%)
18 to 34 Years78 (4.4%)39 (2.3%)
35 to 64 Years121 (5.2%)76 (3.1%)
65 to 74 Years92 (18.0%)45 (8.9%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)104 (32.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Rio Grande City: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years135 (7.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years153 (8.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years213 (9.2%)137 (5.5%)
65 to 74 Years83 (16.2%)28 (5.6%)
75 Years and over75 (27.6%)91 (28.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Rio Grande City: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years102 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years151 (6.5%)206 (8.3%)
65 to 74 Years105 (20.5%)88 (17.5%)
75 Years and over129 (47.4%)214 (65.8%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Rio Grande City: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years12 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years76 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years141 (6.1%)187 (7.5%)
65 to 74 Years64 (12.5%)142 (28.2%)
75 Years and over15 (5.5%)104 (32.0%)

Technology Access in Rio Grande City

Computing Device Access in Rio Grande City

Computing Device Access in Rio Grande City
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop2,70660.5%
Smartphone3,93888.1%
Tablet2,32051.9%
No Computing Device4429.9%
Total4,471100.0%

Internet Access in Rio Grande City

Internet Access in Rio Grande City
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home2,89364.7%
Cellular Data Only3207.2%
Satellite Internet1633.6%
No Internet1,15625.9%
Total4,471100.0%

Rio Grande City Summary

Rio Grande City is a city located in Starr County, Texas, United States. It is the county seat of Starr County and is located along the Rio Grande, across from the Mexican city of Miguel Alemán. As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 9,834.

History

Rio Grande City was founded in 1848 by José Antonio Saucedo, a Mexican rancher. The city was named after the Rio Grande, which forms the border between the United States and Mexico. The city was originally part of the Mexican state of Tamaulipas, but was annexed by the United States after the Mexican-American War in 1848.
In the late 19th century, the city was a major center of trade between the United States and Mexico. The city was also a major center of the cattle industry, with many ranches in the area.
In the early 20th century, the city was a major center of the Mexican Revolution. The city was the site of several battles between the forces of Pancho Villa and the Mexican government.

Geography

Rio Grande City is located in Starr County, Texas, at the intersection of U.S. Route 83 and State Highway 44. The city is located along the Rio Grande, across from the Mexican city of Miguel Alemán. The city is located about 40 miles (64 km) west of McAllen, Texas, and about 120 miles (193 km) south of San Antonio, Texas.

The city has a total area of 4 2 square miles 10 8 km2 all of it land

Economy

Rio Grande City is a major center of trade between the United States and Mexico. The city is home to several major manufacturing plants, including a Coca-Cola bottling plant and a Nestlé plant. The city is also a major center of the cattle industry, with many ranches in the area.
The city is home to several major retail stores, including Walmart, Target, and Lowe's. The city is also home to several restaurants, including Mexican, American, and Italian cuisine.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 9,834. The racial makeup of the city was 77.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 19.7% from other races, and 1.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 97.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the city was $20,917, and the median income for a family was $25,917. The per capita income for the city was $9,834. About 33.3% of families and 37.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 45.2% of those under age 18 and 33.3% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Rio Grande City?
Total Population of Rio Grande City is 15,256.
What is the Total Male Population of Rio Grande City?
Total Male Population of Rio Grande City is 7,805.
What is the Total Female Population of Rio Grande City?
Total Female Population of Rio Grande City is 7,451.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Rio Grande City?
There are 104.75 Males per 100 Females in Rio Grande City.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Rio Grande City?
There are 95.46 Females per 100 Males in Rio Grande City.
What is the Median Population Age in Rio Grande City?
Median Population Age in Rio Grande City is 30.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Rio Grande City
Average Family Size in Rio Grande City is 3.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Rio Grande City
Average Household Size in Rio Grande City is 3.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Rio Grande City?
Per Capita income in Rio Grande City is $20,612.
What is the Median Family Income in Rio Grande City?
Median Family Income in Rio Grande City is $46,791.
What is the Median Household income in Rio Grande City?
Median Household Income in Rio Grande City is $44,307.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Rio Grande City?
Income or Wage Gap in Rio Grande City is 7.2%.
Women in Rio Grande City earn 92.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Rio Grande City?
Inequality or Gini Index in Rio Grande City is 0.55.
How Large is the Labor Force in Rio Grande City?
There are 6,545 People in the Labor Forcein in Rio Grande City.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Rio Grande City?
60.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Rio Grande City.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Rio Grande City?
Unemployment Rate in Rio Grande City is 8.9%.