Roma

Starr County, Texas

Population 66K |Median income $37,639 |1 hospital

Population

66,067

Starr County

Median Income

$37,639

-45% vs avg

Median Home Value

$95,100

-58% vs avg

Median Age

29.4

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

66K+8%

Median Income

$37,639+51%

Median Home Value

$95,100+51%

Poverty Rate

33.5%-15%

Unemployment

10.4%-20%

Economics

Median Rent

$726/mo

Poverty Rate

33.5% +136% vs avg

Unemployment 10.4%

Bachelor's Degree+ 13.6%

Work From Home 9.3%

Public Transit 0%

Population

White 32.9%

African American 0.4%

Asian 0.1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Physical Inactivity

47%

Obesity

45%

Lack of Health Insurance

43.5%

Short Sleep Duration

42.2%

High Blood Pressure

36.6%

Diabetes

20%

Frequent Physical Distress

19.9%

Frequent Mental Distress

19.5%

Current Smoking

16.9%

Binge Drinking

14.5%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 70.3%

Dental Visit 36.8%

Other Measures

Current Asthma

9.3%

Coronary Heart Disease

7.6%

Stroke

4.2%

Alerts & News — Roma Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Red Flag Warning Issued for Deep South Texas: Critical Fire Weather Risk Through Monday

NOAA · 2d ago

Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Galveston Bay Through Sunday Night

NOAA · 2d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Texas and Northwest Louisiana

NOAA · 3d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Tyler and Jasper Counties in Southeast Texas

NOAA · 3d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Jasper and Tyler Counties in Southeast Texas

NOAA · 3d ago

Disasters

FEMA Authorizes Fire Management Assistance for Corner Pocket Fire in Texas

FEMA · 3d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Roma, TX? ▼

Roma, TX has a population of 66,067 people, located in Starr County, Texas.

What is the median household income in Roma? ▼

The median household income in Roma, TX is $37,639 per year. The poverty rate is 33.5%.

What is the median home value in Roma? ▼

The median home value in Roma, TX is $95,100. Median rent is $726/month.

What are the top health concerns in Roma? ▼

The top health indicators in Roma include Physical Inactivity (47%), Obesity (45%), Lack of Health Insurance (43.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Roma? ▼

Roma has 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Roma? ▼

The median age in Roma, TX is 29.4 years. 13.6% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Roma, TX is located in Starr County, Texas. With a population of 66K and a median household income of $37,639, the community faces health challenges including physical inactivity and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Roma area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Starr County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.