Town in Hidalgo County, part of the McAllen metro

Living in North Alamo, TX

C+

342nd of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 54 of 100
12th of 46 in the McAllen area

We give North Alamo a C+. It ranks 342nd of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on cost of living and schools, and trails on education levels and health. It is a strong pick for people on a budget.

  • Good for people on a budget
  • Affordable
  • Education levels scores low (3 of 100)
  • Health scores low (4 of 100)
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Where North Alamo is in Texas.
Population
4,819
Median rent
$69750% lower than Texas
Median home value
$82,90071% lower than Texas
Household income
$55,408Median
Average commute
22 minOne way
Violent crime
No dataNo full-year report

What it's like to live in North Alamo

North Alamo sits about 8 miles from downtown McAllen, in the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission metro. About 4,819 people live here. It is suburban, with mostly newer homes (the median home was built in 2003).

The median age is 28.3, 67% of households have children, 72% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $55,408 a year (29% lower than the Texas median).

Pros of living in North Alamo

  • Lower rent. Median rent is $697, 50% lower than the Texas median.
  • Homes are affordable for local incomes. The median home costs 1.5 times the median household income, against 3.6 times across Texas.
  • Short commutes. The average trip to work takes 22 minutes, against 27 across Texas.

Cons of living in North Alamo

  • Higher poverty. 23% of people live below the poverty line, against 14% across Texas.
  • Many adults uninsured. 41% of adults 18 to 64 have no health insurance, against 20% statewide.
  • Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of hurricanes and hail as very high here.
  • Long, hot summers. Expect about 167 days a year at 90°F or hotter.

Who North Alamo suits

  • FamiliesA reasonable fit. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 52% for families.
  • Young professionalsA reasonable fit: household income is 29% lower than the Texas median, with 9 restaurants and 0 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 46% for young professionals.
  • RetireesA reasonable fit: 41% of working-age adults are uninsured. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 54% for retirees.
  • Remote workersA reasonable fit: 90% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $697 is 50% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 79% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetA reasonable fit: the median rent of $697 is 50% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 96% for people on a budget.

North Alamo report card

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

    Median rent $697, homes cost 1.5x income.

    99 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade C-

    Median household income $55,408, 1.3% unemployed.

    39 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade C+

    Not enough data.

    55 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 C

    1 grocery store, 9 restaurants, 0 parks mapped in town.

    42 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade D+

    Average commute 22 min, 0% work from home.

    31 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade F

    10% have a bachelor’s degree.

    3 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade F

    41% of adults uninsured.

    4 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade D+

    72% of homes owner-occupied.

    30 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade C+

    90% of homes have broadband.

    51 of 100 vs US towns

Where North Alamo stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent: 23%29 points lower than Texas (52%)
  • Home value to income: 1.5x59% lower than Texas (3.6x)
  • Median rent: $69750% lower than Texas ($1,403)

Worse than Texas

  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 10%24 points lower than Texas (34%)
  • Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance: 41%22 points higher than Texas (20%)
  • Median household income: $55,40829% lower than Texas ($78,476)

Cost of living in North Alamo

Rent is the cost most newcomers feel first. The median rent in North Alamo is $697 a month, 50% lower than the Texas median of $1,403. To keep that rent at 30% of income, a household needs to earn about $28,000 a year. Right now 23% of renters here pay more than 30% of their income on rent.

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 $82,900, 71% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $454 before tax, or $564 with property tax. That is close to the median rent, so buying can make sense if you plan to stay.

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 North Alamo pays $1,320 a year, 69% 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 North AlamoStudio$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 rent50% lower than Texas$697$1,403$1,413
Median home value71% lower than Texas$82,900$283,800$332,700
Home value to income59% lower than Texas1.5x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent29 points lower than Texas23%52%51%
Median property tax per year69% lower than Texas$1,320$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them9 points higher than Texas72%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas200319921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$564
Mortgage payment
$454
Property tax
$110
Median rent, for comparison
$697

Based on a $82,900 home in North Alamo, 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 North Alamo

Everyday places mapped inside North Alamo, from Overture Maps.

The average one-way commute is 22 minutes, 17% shorter than the Texas average. 0% of workers work from home. Fewer than 3% walk, bike or take transit to work, so plan on driving for almost everything.

Downtown McAllen is about 8 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in North Alamo work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.

The median household income is $55,408, income per person is $17,362, unemployment is 1.3% and 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

Grocery stores
1
Pharmacies
0
Restaurants
9
Cafes
0
Bars
1
Parks
0
Gyms
0
Hospitals and urgent care
0
Childcare
0
Libraries
0

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income29% lower than Texas$55,408$78,476$80,734
Income per person57% lower than Texas$17,362$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rate4 points lower than Texas1.3%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty line9 points higher than Texas23%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher24 points lower than Texas10%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher29 points lower than Texas57%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance22 points higher than Texas41%20%11%
Homes with broadband internet1 points lower than Texas90%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute17% lower than Texas22 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home14 points lower than Texas0%14%15%
Workers who work from home0%
Workers who take transit0%
Workers who walk0%
Workers who bike0%

Who lives in North Alamo

Under 1833%
18 to 3424%
35 to 6432%
65 and over11%

Median age 28.3 years. 67% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White4.3%
Hispanic or Latino96%
Black0%
Asian0%
Other or more than one race0%

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

Weather in North Alamo

North Alamo 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 North Alamo40°60°80°100°70J75F80M86A92M95J97J98A93S89O79N73DRain

Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Edinburg, 6 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 moderate 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
  • TornadoesModerate
  • HailVery high
  • Heat wavesHigh
  • WildfiresHigh
  • 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 North Alamo

Nearby, Lopezville gets a C-, Alamo gets a C- and San Juan 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. C-LopezvilleTown, 2,227 people3 mi
  2. C-AlamoSmall city, 20,255 people3 mi
  3. CSan JuanSmall city, 36,149 people4 mi
  4. D+MurilloTown, 8,883 people4 mi
  5. CMunizTown, 1,601 people4 mi
  6. C+South AlamoTown, 3,309 people5 mi

North Alamo 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. 9B-Perezville2,237 people10 mito downtown
  5. 10C+South Alamo3,309 people10 mito downtown
  6. 11C+West Sharyland1,664 people7 mito downtown
  7. 12C+North Alamo4,819 people8 mito downtown
  8. 13C+Edinburg104,550 people9 mito downtown
  9. 14CWeslaco42,229 people17 mito downtown
  10. 15CLa Joya4,763 people14 mito downtown

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Living in North Alamo: common questions

Is North Alamo, TX a good place to live?

We give North Alamo a C+. It ranks 342nd of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on cost of living and schools, and trails on education levels and health. It is a strong pick for people on a budget.

How much does it cost to live in North Alamo?

Median rent in North Alamo is $697 a month, 50% lower than the Texas median. The median home is worth $82,900, 71% lower than the Texas median. A median home costs 1.5x 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 $564, including property tax.

Does North Alamo flood?

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

What is the weather like in North Alamo?

Summers in North Alamo 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 North Alamo?

The average one-way commute is 22 min, 17% lower than the Texas average. About 0% of workers work from home. It is about 8 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.