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Nina, TX
Census-designated place in Starr County, Texas.
Population
965
Land area
0sq mi
People per sq mi
23,172
ZIP codes
0
Nina and its ZIP codes
Nina at a glance
- The median household income is $43,553, 45% below the Texas median of $78,476.
Housing and community stats
Nina, TX, American Community Survey 2020-2024
Median household income
$43,553
Poverty rate
12.4%
Homeownership
88.1%
Bachelor's or higher
0.0%
Median age
30.2
Average commute
8.6 min
Largest reported origins and ancestries: Mexican Americans (965).
Economy and federal money
Jobs, pay, income and spending are for Starr County. PPP loans are for Nina.
Unemployment rate
9.4%
Aug 2026, -0.3 pts in a year
Average annual pay
$41,877
15,052 jobs, 2025
Income per person
$34,180
BEA, 2024
Federal spending
$2.71B
FY 2026, $41,170 per person
How people get to work
Nina, TX, workers 16 and older. American Community Survey 5-year estimates
- Drove alone7.8%
- Carpooled51.4%
- Public transit0.0%
- Walked40.8%
- Bicycle0.0%
- Taxi, ride-hailing, motorcycle or other0.0%
- Worked from home0.0%
Average one-way commute: 8.6 minutes for people who do not work from home.
Environment and hazard risk
Nina, TX, from FEMA, NOAA and EPA
Natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Top: cold wave
Storm events since 1996
549
Countywide, mostly drought
Flood insurance policies
152
0.9% of homes, county
July high / Jan low
99° / 45°F
22.5 inches of rain a year
Health statistics
Share of adults in Nina, TX, CDC PLACES estimates
Obesity
46.4%
U.S. 33.3% +13.1 pts
Diabetes
17.9%
U.S. 12.1% +5.8 pts
Smoking
18.5%
U.S. 12.8% +5.7 pts
Uninsured (18-64)
45.1%
U.S. 11.1% +34.0 pts
Cities near Nina
| Name | Distance | Land area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|
| QuesadaCensus-designated place | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Sullivan CityCity | 1.1 mi | 3.6 |
| CuevitasCensus-designated place | 1.5 mi | 0.3 |
| Buena VistaCensus-designated place | 2.1 mi | 0 |
| Casa BlancaCensus-designated place | 2.2 mi | 0 |
| Los EbanosCensus-designated place | 3 mi | 0.6 |
| La Paloma RanchettesCensus-designated place | 3.4 mi | 0.5 |
| East Alto BonitoCensus-designated place | 3.7 mi | 0.1 |
| Rafael PenaCensus-designated place | 4 mi | 0 |
| Narciso PenaCensus-designated place | 4 mi | 0 |
| MikesCensus-designated place | 4 mi | 0.1 |
| RiverenoCensus-designated place | 4 mi | 0 |
| Pablo PenaCensus-designated place | 4 mi | 0 |
| E. LopezCensus-designated place | 4 mi | 0 |
| LongoriaCensus-designated place | 4.1 mi | 0 |
| La GrullaCity | 4.3 mi | 0.9 |
Frequently asked questions
- What county is Nina, TX in?
- Nina is in Starr County, Texas.
- What is the population of Nina, TX?
- About 965 people live in Nina, based on American Community Survey 5-year estimates.
- What cities are near Nina?
- Nearby places include Quesada (0.1 mi), Sullivan City (1.1 mi), Cuevitas (1.5 mi), Buena Vista (2.1 mi), Casa Blanca (2.2 mi).
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (TIGER/Line boundaries, American Community Survey) · Data as of 12/31/2023