Town in Maverick County, part of the Eagle Pass metro

Living in Las Quintas Fronterizas, TX

B

241st of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 67 of 100
1st of 7 in the Eagle Pass area

Las Quintas Fronterizas earns a grade of B on our index, 241st of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on home ownership and errands and things to do, and trails on education levels and internet access. It is a strong pick for families.

  • Good for families
  • Affordable
  • Short commutes
  • Jobs and income scores low (10 of 100)
  • Education levels scores low (0 of 100)
Map of Texas showing where Las Quintas Fronterizas isHoustonSan AntonioDallasAustinFort WorthLas Quintas Fronterizas
Where Las Quintas Fronterizas is in Texas.
Population
2,203
Median rent
$85539% lower than Texas
Median home value
$145,00049% lower than Texas
Household income
No dataMedian
Average commute
17 minOne way
Violent crime
No dataNo full-year report

What it's like to live in Las Quintas Fronterizas

Las Quintas Fronterizas sits about 2 miles from downtown Eagle Pass, in the Eagle Pass metro. About 2,203 people live here. It is densely built.

The median age is 35.6, 34% of households have children and 85% of homes are owned by the people living in them.

Pros of living in Las Quintas Fronterizas

  • Lower rent. Median rent is $855, 39% lower than the Texas median.
  • Short commutes. The average trip to work takes 17 minutes, against 27 across Texas.

Cons of living in Las Quintas Fronterizas

  • Higher poverty. 30% of people live below the poverty line, against 14% across Texas.
  • Many adults uninsured. 36% of adults 18 to 64 have no health insurance, against 20% statewide.
  • Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of heat waves as very high here.
  • Long, hot summers. Expect about 151 days a year at 90°F or hotter.
  • Spotty home internet. Only 77% of homes have a broadband plan.

Who Las Quintas Fronterizas suits

  • FamiliesA reasonable fit. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 87% for families.
  • Young professionalsA reasonable fit. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 68% for young professionals.
  • RetireesA reasonable fit: 36% of working-age adults are uninsured. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 77% for retirees.
  • Remote workersA reasonable fit: 77% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $855 is 39% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 43% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetA reasonable fit: the median rent of $855 is 39% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 67% for people on a budget.

Las Quintas Fronterizas report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Las Quintas Fronterizas with other US towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. Schools, safety and errands compare it with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

  • Cost of living: grade B+

    Median rent $855.

    77 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade D-

    6.5% unemployed.

    10 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade B-

    Not enough data.

    60 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Safety: no grade

    No full year of crime data from local police.

    No score vs TX towns

  • Errands and things to do: grade A-

    0 grocery stores, 8 restaurants, 1 park mapped in town.

    82 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade B-

    Average commute 17 min, 16% work from home.

    64 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade F

    2.9% have a bachelor’s degree.

    1 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade D

    36% of adults uninsured.

    18 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade A-

    85% of homes owner-occupied.

    86 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade F

    77% of homes have broadband.

    7 of 100 vs US towns

Where Las Quintas Fronterizas stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Homes owned by the people living in them: 85%22 points higher than Texas (63%)
  • Median rent: $85539% lower than Texas ($1,403)
  • Average commute: 17 min37% lower than Texas (27 min)

Worse than Texas

  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 2.9%31 points lower than Texas (34%)
  • People below the poverty line: 30%16 points higher than Texas (14%)
  • Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance: 36%16 points higher than Texas (20%)

Cost of living in Las Quintas Fronterizas

Rent is the cost most newcomers feel first. The median rent in Las Quintas Fronterizas is $855 a month, 39% lower than the Texas median of $1,403. To keep that rent at 30% of income, a household needs to earn about $34,000 a year. Right now 38% of renters here pay more than 30% of their income on rent.

HUD sets fair market rents for this area at $931 for a one-bedroom, $1,014 for a two-bedroom and $1,404 for a three-bedroom (fiscal year 2027). These figures include utilities and describe a modest unit, so newer apartments often ask for more.

The median home is worth $145,000, 49% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $794 before tax, or $950 with property tax. That is $95 a month more than the median rent, a gap that can be worth it if you plan to stay a while.

Texas has no state income tax, but it leans on property taxes instead, though they are lighter here than in much of the state. The median homeowner in Las Quintas Fronterizas pays $1,881 a year, 56% lower than the Texas median of $4,232. Budget for it, along with homeowners insurance, which our numbers do not include.

Typical rent by apartment size

Fair market rent by bedroom count in Las Quintas FronterizasStudio$8941 bedroom$9312 bedrooms$1,0143 bedrooms$1,4044 bedrooms$1,630
HUD fair market rent for FY2027, Eagle Pass, TX MSA. This is what a typical, modest unit rents for, including utilities.
MeasureHereTexasUS
Median rent39% lower than Texas$855$1,403$1,413
Median home value49% lower than Texas$145,000$283,800$332,700
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent14 points lower than Texas38%52%51%
Median property tax per year56% lower than Texas$1,881$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them22 points higher than Texas85%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas198719921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$950
Mortgage payment
$794
Property tax
$157
Median rent, for comparison
$855

Based on a $145,000 home in Las Quintas Fronterizas, 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28% (Freddie Mac average, week of 2026-10-01). Property tax is the median paid locally, or the county median where the local figure is not published. Insurance and fees are not included.

Daily life in Las Quintas Fronterizas

Everyday places mapped inside Las Quintas Fronterizas, from Overture Maps.

The average one-way commute is 17 minutes, 37% shorter than the Texas average. 16% of workers work from home. Fewer than 3% walk, bike or take transit to work, so plan on driving for almost everything.

Downtown Eagle Pass is about 2 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in Las Quintas Fronterizas work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.

Grocery stores
0
Pharmacies
0
Restaurants
8
Cafes
0
Bars
1
Parks
1
Gyms
0
Hospitals and urgent care
0
Childcare
0
Libraries
0

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Income per person66% lower than Texas$13,914$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rate1 points higher than Texas6.5%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty line16 points higher than Texas30%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher31 points lower than Texas2.9%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher28 points lower than Texas58%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance16 points higher than Texas36%20%11%
Homes with broadband internet15 points lower than Texas77%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute37% lower than Texas17 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home2 points higher than Texas16%14%15%
Workers who work from home16%
Workers who take transit0%
Workers who walk0.4%
Workers who bike0%

Who lives in Las Quintas Fronterizas

Under 1824%
18 to 3423%
35 to 6440%
65 and over13%

Median age 35.6 years. 34% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White0.8%
Hispanic or Latino99%
Black0%
Asian0.1%
Other or more than one race0%

Shown for information only. It is never part of any grade.

Weather in Las Quintas Fronterizas

Las Quintas Fronterizas has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 98°F and January lows about 40°F. There are about 151 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 21 inches of rain a year.

Average monthly high and low temperatures in Las Quintas Fronterizas40°60°80°100°64J70F78M84A90M96J98J99A92S83O72N65DRain

Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Eagle Pass 3n, 5 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.

Natural hazard risk

FEMA's National Risk Index says river flooding risk is moderate, hurricane risk is moderate, tornado risk is moderate and hail risk is moderate. Even in lower-risk areas, check the FEMA flood map for the exact address before you buy.

  • River floodingModerate
  • HurricanesModerate
  • TornadoesModerate
  • HailModerate
  • Heat wavesVery high
  • WildfiresModerate
  • Winter stormsModerate
  • Strong windLow

Source: FEMA National Risk Index, December 2025, Census tract level averaged for the city. Check the FEMA flood map for any address before you buy.

Places near Las Quintas Fronterizas

Nearby, Eagle Pass gets a B-, Eidson Road gets a C- and Chula Vista gets a D-. Each is graded against Texas places of its own size, so a small town and a big city can both earn an A.

  1. B-Eagle PassSmall city, 28,339 people2 mi
  2. C-Eidson RoadTown, 9,684 people2 mi
  3. D-Chula VistaTown, 4,746 people4 mi
  4. CSiesta AcresTown, 1,573 people5 mi
  5. D-RositaTown, 2,933 people5 mi
  6. FElm CreekTown, 3,680 people6 mi

Las Quintas Fronterizas in the Eagle Pass area

How it ranks among 7 places in the metro.

  1. 1BLas Quintas Fronterizas2,203 people2 mito downtown
  2. 2B-Eagle Pass28,339 people0 mito downtown
  3. 3CSiesta Acres1,573 people3 mito downtown
  4. 4C-Eidson Road9,684 people3 mito downtown

Living in Las Quintas Fronterizas: common questions

Is Las Quintas Fronterizas, TX a good place to live?

Las Quintas Fronterizas earns a grade of B on our index, 241st of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on home ownership and errands and things to do, and trails on education levels and internet access. It is a strong pick for families.

How much does it cost to live in Las Quintas Fronterizas?

Median rent in Las Quintas Fronterizas is $855 a month, 39% lower than the Texas median. The median home is worth $145,000, 49% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down at a 7.28% rate, the monthly payment on a median home is about $950, including property tax.

Does Las Quintas Fronterizas flood?

FEMA rates river flooding risk in Las Quintas Fronterizas as moderate, and coastal flooding as not rated. Hazards rated high or very high here: heat waves. Always check the flood map for a specific address before you buy.

What is the weather like in Las Quintas Fronterizas?

Summers in Las Quintas Fronterizas peak at about 98°F in July, and January nights fall to about 40°F. Expect around 151 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 21 inches of rain.

How long is the commute in Las Quintas Fronterizas?

The average one-way commute is 17 min, 37% lower than the Texas average. About 16% of workers work from home. It is about 2 miles from downtown Eagle Pass.

Sources: US Census Bureau 2020-2024 ACS 5-year and 2025 population estimates, CDC PLACES 2025, Texas Education Agency 2025 ratings, FBI Crime Data Explorer, FEMA National Risk Index, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, Overture Maps. Updated 2026-10-04. How we grade.