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Del Rio, Texas

Introduction to Del Rio, Texas

Del Rio, Texas, in Val Verde county, is 144 miles W of San Antonio, Texas. About 33,867 people live in Del Rio.

Del Rio History

Del Rio was first settled in the early 18th century; however, development of the area began after the American Civil War. The San Felipe Agricultural, Manufacturing, and Irrigation Company was established in this area in 1868. The city was originally known as San Felipe Del Rio. The name was shortened to Del Rio by the United States Postal Department in 1883. Del Rio became the county seat of the newly formed Val Verde County in 1885. The city was incorporated on November 15, 1911.

Del Rio and nearby Attractions

  • Lake Amistad National Recreation Area
  • Whitehead Memorial Museum
  • Devils River State Natural Area
  • Seminole Canyon State Historical Park
  • Alamo Village
  • Fort Duncan Museum

Things To Do In Del Rio

During your stay in Del Rio, leisure hours can be spent at Roosevelt Park, Moore Park, Buena Vista Park, Uco Park, Star Park, and Oaklawn Memorial Park. The Whitehead Memorial Museum, Seminole Canyon State Historical Park, and Devils River State Natural Area are worth visting. You can also plan a day trip to Lake Amistad National Recreation Area. In addition, the Recreation Department of Del Rio organizes several special events and programs throughout the year.

Del Rio Transportation

You can avail of air transportation facilities from the Del Rio International Airport.

Del Rio Higher Education

Opportunities for higher education are provided by Southwest Texas Junior College, The University of Texas at San Antonio, and Laredo Community College.

High Points

Del Rio strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Texas):

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)		Top 2%trophyDel Rio Affordability of Rents
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)		Top 11%Del Rio Affordability of Property Taxes
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)		Top 14%Del Rio Short Commute Times

Comparative Profile of Del Rio, TX

Comparing Del Rio to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Texas (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Children Under 5 Years Old99
Racial Diversity77
Female Share of the Population65
Male Share of the Population56
Senior Citizens54
Age of the Population33
Well-Paid Single Men12

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size1010
Portion of People Married87

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
College Educated Adults26
People Above Poverty12
People in Middle Class or Better12
Median Family Income12

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Short Commute Times99
Walking and Biking to Work58
Working at Home24
Public Transportation Use17

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents107
Affordability of Property Taxes96
Seasonal and Vacation Housing96
Housing Recently Built66
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals48
People Living Alone23

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime87
Low Property Crime66

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