What are the schools like in Terlingua, TX?

Terlingua is served primarily by TERLINGUA CSD. The district operates several elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 8.1:1.

What is the median household income in Terlingua?

The median household income in Terlingua, TX is $43,088 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 14.7%.

What is the weather like in Terlingua, TX?

Terlingua has an average high temperature of 67.3°F in January and 99.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 9.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 0.5 inches.

Terlingua, TX Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: What is the crime rate in Terlingua, TX?

Terlingua has a violent crime rate of 130.4 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 141.3 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Terlingua, TX a Good Place to Live?

Terlingua is a small town of 154 in Texas, with a median household income of $43,088 and a 14.7% unemployment rate.

Strengths: Terlingua stands out for below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Terlingua is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Terlingua city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Cost of living data is based on the Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities for the Terlingua metro area.

Metric	Terlingua, TX	National Avg
Median Home Value	$116,600	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	87.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$43,088	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Terlingua's violent crime rate is 130.4 per 100,000 residents — 66% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

130.4 /100k

Property Crime

141.3 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Terlingua is served primarily by TERLINGUA CSD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Terlingua, TX	National Avg
School District	TERLINGUA CSD	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	8.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	28.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	100.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Terlingua sees average highs of 67.3°F in January and 99.2°F in July, with 9.3 inches of annual precipitation and 0.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Terlingua, TX
Average High — January	67.3°F
Average High — July	99.2°F
Annual Precipitation	9.3"
Annual Snowfall	0.5"

Demographics

Metric	Terlingua, TX	National Avg
Population	154	—
Median Age	61.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	14.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	N/A	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	96.8%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	30.5%	22.2%
65 and over	29.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Terlingua

Terlingua, TX is covered by 1 ZIP code:

79852

Terlingua vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Terlingua, TX affordable or expensive?

Terlingua has a median home value of $116,600 and median rent of N/A/month against a median household income of $43,088.

What is the crime rate in Terlingua, TX?

Terlingua's violent crime rate is 130.4 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 141.3 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Terlingua?

Public schools in Terlingua are operated by TERLINGUA CSD. The district has several elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.1:1. 28.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Terlingua, TX a good place to live?

Terlingua, TX has a population of 154, a median household income of $43,088, and an unemployment rate of 14.7%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Terlingua?

Terlingua averages 67.3°F in January and 99.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 9.3 inches with about 0.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Terlingua?

Terlingua, TX is covered by 1 ZIP code: 79852.

What is the population of Terlingua?

The population of Terlingua, Texas is 154 with a median age of 61.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Terlingua?

Key numbers for living in Terlingua: median home $116,600, median household income $43,088, crime index 23 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Terlingua side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.