Town in Hidalgo County, part of the McAllen metro

Living in Muniz, TX

C

414th of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 44 of 100
19th of 46 in the McAllen area

Muniz earns a grade of C on our index, 414th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on cost of living and getting around, and trails on health and education levels. It is a strong pick for people on a budget.

  • Good for people on a budget
  • Affordable
  • Errands and things to do scores low (18 of 100)
  • Education levels scores low (0 of 100)
Map of Texas showing where Muniz isHoustonSan AntonioDallasAustinFort WorthMuniz
Where Muniz is in Texas.
Population
1,601
Median rent
No data
Median home value
$96,40066% lower than Texas
Household income
$91,121Median
Average commute
25 minOne way
Violent crime
No dataNo full-year report

What it's like to live in Muniz

Muniz sits about 10 miles from downtown McAllen, in the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission metro. About 1,601 people live here. It is spread out, with mostly newer homes (the median home was built in 2006).

The median age is 25.0, 74% of households have children, 91% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $91,121 a year (16% higher than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Muniz

  • Homes are affordable for local incomes. The median home costs 1.1 times the median household income, against 3.6 times across Texas.

Cons of living in Muniz

  • Higher poverty. 21% of people live below the poverty line, against 14% across Texas.
  • Errands mean a drive. Compared with similar Texas places, fewer homes here are within a mile of a grocery store, pharmacy, park or clinic.
  • Many adults uninsured. 51% of adults 18 to 64 have no health insurance, against 20% statewide.
  • Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of hurricanes, heat waves and hail as very high here.
  • Long, hot summers. Expect about 167 days a year at 90°F or hotter.

Who Muniz suits

  • FamiliesNot the best fit. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 24% for families.
  • Young professionalsA reasonable fit: household income is 16% higher than the Texas median, with 1 restaurant and 0 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 53% for young professionals.
  • RetireesNot the best fit: 51% of working-age adults are uninsured. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 33% for retirees.
  • Remote workersNot the best fit: 78% of homes have broadband. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 26% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetA reasonable fit. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 97% for people on a budget.

Muniz report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Muniz 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 A+

    Homes cost 1.1x income.

    100 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade C

    Median household income $91,121, 3.8% unemployed.

    47 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade D

    Not enough data.

    24 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 D

    0 grocery stores, 1 restaurant, 0 parks mapped in town.

    18 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade B

    Average commute 25 min, 20% work from home.

    67 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade F

    0% have a bachelor’s degree.

    0 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade F

    51% of adults uninsured.

    0 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade C+

    91% of homes owner-occupied.

    53 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade D-

    78% of homes have broadband.

    9 of 100 vs US towns

Where Muniz stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Homes owned by the people living in them: 91%29 points higher than Texas (63%)
  • Home value to income: 1.1x71% lower than Texas (3.6x)
  • Median household income: $91,12116% higher than Texas ($78,476)

Worse than Texas

  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 0%34 points lower than Texas (34%)
  • Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance: 51%32 points higher than Texas (20%)
  • Homes with broadband internet: 78%13 points lower than Texas (91%)

Cost of living in Muniz

HUD sets fair market rents for this area at $806 for a one-bedroom, $1,017 for a two-bedroom and $1,305 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 $96,400, 66% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $528 before tax, or $607 with property tax.

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 Muniz pays $957 a year, 77% 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 MunizStudio$8011 bedroom$8062 bedrooms$1,0173 bedrooms$1,3054 bedrooms$1,439
HUD fair market rent for FY2027, McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX MSA. This is what a typical, modest unit rents for, including utilities.
MeasureHereTexasUS
Median home value66% lower than Texas$96,400$283,800$332,700
Home value to income71% lower than Texas1.1x3.6x4.1x
Median property tax per year77% lower than Texas$957$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them29 points higher than Texas91%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas200619921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$607
Mortgage payment
$528
Property tax
$80

Based on a $96,400 home in Muniz, 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 Muniz

Everyday places mapped inside Muniz, from Overture Maps.

The average one-way commute is 25 minutes, 5% shorter than the Texas average. 20% of workers work from home. 4.5% walk, bike or take transit to work.

Downtown McAllen is about 10 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in Muniz work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.

The median household income is $91,121, income per person is $17,629, unemployment is 3.8% and 0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

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

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income16% higher than Texas$91,121$78,476$80,734
Income per person57% lower than Texas$17,629$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rate2 points lower than Texas3.8%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty line7 points higher than Texas21%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher34 points lower than Texas0%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher24 points lower than Texas62%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance32 points higher than Texas51%20%11%
Homes with broadband internet13 points lower than Texas78%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute5% lower than Texas25 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home5 points higher than Texas20%14%15%
Workers who work from home20%
Workers who take transit0%
Workers who walk4.5%
Workers who bike0%

Who lives in Muniz

Under 1839%
18 to 3433%
35 to 6419%
65 and over7.9%

Median age 25.0 years. 74% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White4.1%
Hispanic or Latino96%
Black0%
Asian0%
Other or more than one race0%

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

Weather in Muniz

Muniz has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 97°F and January lows about 49°F. There are about 167 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 24 inches of rain a year.

Average monthly high and low temperatures in Muniz40°60°80°100°70J75F80M86A92M95J97J98A93S89O79N73DRain

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

Natural hazard risk

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

  • River floodingLow
  • HurricanesVery high
  • TornadoesHigh
  • HailVery high
  • Heat wavesVery high
  • WildfiresHigh
  • Winter stormsHigh
  • Strong windModerate

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 Muniz

Nearby, Murillo gets a D+, San Carlos gets a D- and North Alamo gets a C+. Each is graded against Texas places of its own size, so a small town and a big city can both earn an A.

  1. D+MurilloTown, 8,883 people2 mi
  2. D-San CarlosTown, 3,678 people3 mi
  3. C+North AlamoTown, 4,819 people4 mi
  4. C-LopezvilleTown, 2,227 people4 mi
  5. D-César ChávezTown, 1,351 people4 mi
  6. DLa BlancaTown, 2,998 people5 mi

Muniz in the McAllen area

How it ranks among 46 places in the metro.

  1. 1A-Palmhurst2,601 people4 mito downtown
  2. 2B+McAllen145,385 people0 mito downtown
  3. 3B+Hidalgo14,498 people8 mito downtown
  4. 16CSan Juan36,149 people6 mito downtown
  5. 17CMidway North3,594 people14 mito downtown
  6. 18CPalmview15,921 people8 mito downtown
  7. 19CMuniz1,601 people10 mito downtown
  8. 20CMidway South2,308 people15 mito downtown
  9. 21C-Alamo20,255 people9 mito downtown
  10. 22C-Lopezville2,227 people6 mito downtown

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Living in Muniz: common questions

Is Muniz, TX a good place to live?

Muniz earns a grade of C on our index, 414th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on cost of living and getting around, and trails on health and education levels. It is a strong pick for people on a budget.

How much does it cost to live in Muniz?

The median home is worth $96,400, 66% lower than the Texas median. A median home costs 1.1x the median household income, compared with 3.6x across Texas. With 20% down at a 7.28% rate, the monthly payment on a median home is about $607, including property tax.

Does Muniz flood?

FEMA rates river flooding risk in Muniz as low, and coastal flooding as not rated. Hazards rated high or very high here: hurricanes, tornadoes, heat waves, hail, wildfires and winter storms. Always check the flood map for a specific address before you buy.

What is the weather like in Muniz?

Summers in Muniz peak at about 97°F in July, and January nights fall to about 49°F. Expect around 167 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 24 inches of rain.

How long is the commute in Muniz?

The average one-way commute is 25 min, 5% lower than the Texas average. About 20% of workers work from home. It is about 10 miles from downtown McAllen.

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.