Olmito Public RecordsTexas

Olmito, a census-designated place in Cameron County, Texas, had a 2020 population of approximately 1,409. The median age is around 39 years. Gender distribution is nearly even, with about 50.2% male and 49.8% female. Hispanics or Latinos make up the vast majority at about 87.5%, while Whites (non-Hispanic) comprise around 11%, and other racial groups, including African American and Asian, make up the remainder. Olmito has a predominantly Hispanic community with a balanced age and gender profile.

Olmito, a census-designated place in Cameron County, TX, has a homeownership rate of about 78%, higher than the state average. The median home value is around $167,500, and median monthly rent is about $850 (as of 2023). Housing types are primarily single-family homes, with some new developments and subdivisions. Neighborhoods are predominantly residential, with quiet streets and proximity to Brownsville. Property values have shown moderate growth, increasing roughly 4% year-over-year. Property tax rates in Cameron County average 2.05%, impacting affordability for both owners and investors in Olmito’s housing market.

Olmito, located in Cameron County, TX, is served primarily by the Los Fresnos Consolidated Independent School District. Local students attend one high school, Los Fresnos High School, with a graduation rate of approximately 90%. The area has about 3 public schools, and average standardized test scores are around the statewide average. About 15% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. School safety reports are favorable, and extracurricular educational programs include STEM and arts initiatives. Adult education opportunities are available through nearby community colleges, such as Texas Southmost College in Brownsville.

Transportation in Olmito, Cameron County, TX, is primarily car-dependent, with approximately 93% of residents commuting by private vehicle and less than 1% using public transit. The average one-way commute is about 22.5 minutes. The city lacks extensive public transit infrastructure, relying mostly on personal vehicles; vehicle ownership rates are high, with over 95% of households owning at least one car. Major employment hubs include nearby Brownsville and Harlingen, to which many residents commute. Key highways serving the area include I-69E and FM 1732, providing regional connectivity.

Olmito, Cameron County, TX, lacks major hospitals within city limits but is served by nearby Valley Regional Medical Center and Valley Baptist Medical Center in Brownsville, about 10 miles away. Several local clinics offer primary care. Approximately 74% of the predominantly Hispanic population (over 1,400 residents) have health insurance, per U.S. Census data. Common health issues include diabetes, hypertension, and obesity, reflecting broader county trends. Healthcare access can be limited by transportation and financial barriers, with a primary care provider rate of about 49 per 100,000 residents in Cameron County (vs. 75 national average).