Alton, Texas
Quick Statistics
Alton is a community in Hidalgo County, Texas, home to about 20,214 people spread across 7.6 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $25,293 a year, and a typical home is worth about $156,300. About 19.2% of adults hold a college degree, and 72.5% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 64 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Texas towns GeoStat tracks, Alton ranks number 159 of 1,795 in population, number 1,107 in median household income, number 890 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Alton typically top out near 95°F in July, while January nights average about 47°F. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | West Sharyland, TX | 2.2 mi. | 1,664 |
| 2. | Palmhurst, TX | 2.3 mi. | 2,601 |
| 3. | La Homa, TX | 3.0 mi. | 11,285 |
| 4. | Doffing, TX | 4.7 mi. | 5,004 |
| 5. | Citrus City, TX | 5.7 mi. | 2,395 |
| 6. | Palmview, TX | 5.9 mi. | 15,921 |
| 7. | Mission, TX | 5.9 mi. | 87,038 |
| 8. | McAllen, TX | 6.0 mi. | 145,385 |
What is the population of Alton, Texas?
Alton has a population of about 20,214 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Alton, Texas in?
Alton is located in Hidalgo County, Texas.
What is the median home value in Alton, Texas?
The median home value in Alton is about $156,300, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Alton, Texas?
The median personal income in Alton is about $25,293 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Alton, Texas?
Since 1950, 40 tornadoes have been recorded in Hidalgo County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Alton, Texas?
Typical July highs run about 95 degrees and January lows about 47 degrees. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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