Town in Hidalgo County, part of the McAllen metro

Living in West Sharyland, TX

C+

338th of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 54 of 100
11th of 46 in the McAllen area

We give West Sharyland a C+. It ranks 338th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on cost of living and schools, and trails on health and education levels. It is a strong pick for people on a budget.

  • Good for people on a budget
  • Affordable
  • Getting around scores low (18 of 100)
  • Education levels scores low (9 of 100)
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Where West Sharyland is in Texas.
Population
1,664
Median rent
No data
Median home value
$98,30065% lower than Texas
Household income
$46,863Median
Average commute
25 minOne way
Violent crime
No dataNo full-year report

What it's like to live in West Sharyland

West Sharyland sits about 7 miles from downtown McAllen, in the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission metro. About 1,664 people live here. It is spread out.

The median age is 31.9, 30% of households have children, 79% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $46,863 a year (40% lower than the Texas median).

Pros of living in West Sharyland

  • Homes are affordable for local incomes. The median home costs 2.1 times the median household income, against 3.6 times across Texas.

Cons of living in West Sharyland

  • Many adults uninsured. 43% 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 183 days a year at 90°F or hotter.

Who West Sharyland suits

  • FamiliesA reasonable fit. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 67% for families.
  • Young professionalsA reasonable fit: household income is 40% lower than the Texas median, with 5 restaurants and 0 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 45% for young professionals.
  • RetireesA reasonable fit: 43% of working-age adults are uninsured. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 54% for retirees.
  • Remote workersA reasonable fit: 81% of homes have broadband. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 43% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetA reasonable fit. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 95% for people on a budget.

West Sharyland report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare West Sharyland 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 2.1x income.

    97 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade C

    Median household income $46,863, 2.0% unemployed.

    43 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 C

    0 grocery stores, 5 restaurants, 0 parks mapped in town.

    45 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade D

    Average commute 25 min, 3.9% work from home.

    18 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade D-

    14% have a bachelor’s degree.

    9 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade F

    43% of adults uninsured.

    4 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade C+

    79% of homes owner-occupied.

    53 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade D-

    81% of homes have broadband.

    13 of 100 vs US towns

Where West Sharyland stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent: 23%29 points lower than Texas (52%)
  • Homes owned by the people living in them: 79%17 points higher than Texas (63%)
  • Home value to income: 2.1x42% lower than Texas (3.6x)

Worse than Texas

  • Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance: 43%23 points higher than Texas (20%)
  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 14%20 points lower than Texas (34%)
  • Median household income: $46,86340% lower than Texas ($78,476)

Cost of living in West Sharyland

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 $98,300, 65% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $538 before tax, or $652 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 West Sharyland pays $1,368 a year, 68% 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 West SharylandStudio$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 value65% lower than Texas$98,300$283,800$332,700
Home value to income42% lower than Texas2.1x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent29 points lower than Texas23%52%51%
Median property tax per year68% lower than Texas$1,368$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them17 points higher than Texas79%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas199719921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$652
Mortgage payment
$538
Property tax
$114

Based on a $98,300 home in West Sharyland, 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 West Sharyland

Everyday places mapped inside West Sharyland, from Overture Maps.

The average one-way commute is 25 minutes, 6% shorter than the Texas average. 4% 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 7 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in West Sharyland work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.

The median household income is $46,863, income per person is $24,452, unemployment is 2.0% and 14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

Grocery stores
0
Pharmacies
0
Restaurants
5
Cafes
0
Bars
1
Parks
0
Gyms
0
Hospitals and urgent care
0
Childcare
0
Libraries
0

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income40% lower than Texas$46,863$78,476$80,734
Income per person40% lower than Texas$24,452$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rate3 points lower than Texas2.0%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty line1 points lower than Texas12%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher20 points lower than Texas14%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher14 points lower than Texas71%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance23 points higher than Texas43%20%11%
Homes with broadband internet11 points lower than Texas81%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute6% lower than Texas25 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home10 points lower than Texas3.9%14%15%
Workers who work from home3.9%
Workers who take transit0%
Workers who walk0%
Workers who bike0%

Who lives in West Sharyland

Under 1818%
18 to 3437%
35 to 6426%
65 and over19%

Median age 31.9 years. 30% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White0%
Hispanic or Latino99%
Black0%
Asian0%
Other or more than one race0.5%

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

Weather in West Sharyland

West Sharyland has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 95°F and January lows about 47°F. There are about 183 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 20 inches of rain a year.

Average monthly high and low temperatures in West Sharyland40°60°80°100°69J74F79M85A90M95J95J97A92S86O78N71DRain

Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from La Joya, 4 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.

Natural hazard risk

FEMA's National Risk Index says river flooding risk is very 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 floodingVery low
  • HurricanesVery high
  • TornadoesModerate
  • HailVery high
  • Heat wavesVery high
  • 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 West Sharyland

Nearby, La Homa gets a D-, Palmhurst gets an A- and Doffing gets an F. 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-La HomaSmall city, 11,285 people1 mi
  2. A-PalmhurstTown, 2,601 people3 mi
  3. FDoffingTown, 5,004 people3 mi
  4. D+AltonSmall city, 20,214 people3 mi
  5. CPalmviewSmall city, 15,921 people4 mi
  6. B-PerezvilleTown, 2,237 people4 mi

West Sharyland 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. 8B-Palmview South1,819 people8 mito downtown
  5. 9B-Perezville2,237 people10 mito downtown
  6. 10C+South Alamo3,309 people10 mito downtown
  7. 11C+West Sharyland1,664 people7 mito downtown
  8. 12C+North Alamo4,819 people8 mito downtown
  9. 13C+Edinburg104,550 people9 mito downtown
  10. 14CWeslaco42,229 people17 mito downtown

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Living in West Sharyland: common questions

Is West Sharyland, TX a good place to live?

We give West Sharyland a C+. It ranks 338th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on cost of living and schools, 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 West Sharyland?

The median home is worth $98,300, 65% lower than the Texas median. A median home costs 2.1x 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 $652, including property tax.

Does West Sharyland flood?

FEMA rates river flooding risk in West Sharyland as very 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 West Sharyland?

Summers in West Sharyland peak at about 95°F in July, and January nights fall to about 47°F. Expect around 183 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 20 inches of rain.

How long is the commute in West Sharyland?

The average one-way commute is 25 min, 6% lower than the Texas average. About 3.9% of workers work from home. It is about 7 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.