Quiz on the 12 Poorest Towns in Texas

What is the economic status of Texas compared to other states?

• Texas is the least glamorous state.

• Texas is one of the poorest states.

• Texas is economically powerful.

• Texas has the highest poverty rate.

What is a significant factor contributing to Lonar's population decrease?

• Natural disasters

• War

• Epidemics

• Poverty

Which town has seen a 46.7% population increase in the last 10 years?

• Raymondville

• Rio Grand

• Alton

• Lonar

What health issues are prevalent in Rio Grand?

• High rates of respiratory illnesses

• High rates of cervical cancer and child obesity

• High rates of diabetes

• High rates of heart disease

Which town is known for having the lowest income residents in Texas?

• Raymondville

• Commerce

• Marlin

• Robstown

What percentage of Commerce residents live below the poverty level?

• 13.6%

• 29.8%

• 36.6%

• 42.8%

Which town is nicknamed the 'hot mineral water city of Texas'?

• Marlin

• Center

• Carrizo Springs

• Prairie View

What is the median home value in Center, Texas?

• $52,900

• $60,000

• $38,000

• $29,000

Which town has the highest poverty rate in Texas?

• Detroit

• Carrizo Springs

• Prairie View

• Bastow

What is a significant factor driving people away from Bastow?

• High crime rates

• Poor livability score

• Lack of education

• Natural disasters