Living in Zavala County, Texas

Zavala County is a county in Texas with a population of around 11,948. The main communities are Crystal City.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $626/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $88K. The county has a moderate unemployment rate at 6.7%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings very warm winters (highs around 70°F) and very hot summers (highs around 97°F). Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Zavala County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 33 and a predominantly working-class population (11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Democratic.