RANK #312 / 996 · POP 57,806 · TX
PROJECTED GROWTH: +1.5%
Maverick County, Texas, is defined by its position on the Rio Grande, directly across from Piedras Negras, Mexico, with Eagle Pass serving as its county seat and a significant international port of entry. This border location fosters a unique cultural blend and influences daily life. The county offers outdoor recreation, including Maverick County Lake in Eagle Pass, which provides opportunities for fishing, hiking, biking, and picnicking. Fort Duncan, a historic landmark, also offers green space and a museum. Commuting within the county is primarily by personal vehicle, with an average travel time of 21.8 minutes.
Life in Maverick County is characterized by a strong sense of community, with many families owning their homes. Public schools in the Eagle Pass Independent School District serve the majority of students. The economy is shaped by international trade, manufacturing, and the service industry, largely due to its border location. Recent developments include investments in housing and community improvements, as well as efforts to revitalize the Maverick County International Airport, which aims to support economic growth. The county also benefits from its position on transportation corridors connecting major cities in Texas and Mexico.
Below national median
Well below national median
Moderate climate & terrain
Above national median (13x)
Housing looks undervalued at 3.5x — home prices are low relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
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| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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Sugaree Solar Project
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$251M | Planned |
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Fort Duncan Storage Facility
Recurrent Energy
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$183M | Under Construction |
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Waterborne Barrier System Construction
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)
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$63M | Planned |
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Maverick Business Park Industrial Facility
NXSTEP
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$50M | Under Construction |
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Puerto Verde Global Trade Bridge Project (Rail Line)
Green Eagle Railroad (subsidiary of Puerto Verde Holdings)
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$50M | Proposed |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
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Maverick County has a Boom Town Index score of 69/100, ranking #312 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at +0.6% and a median household income of $48,497, it's an above-average county on economic indicators.
The median home value in Maverick County is $125,000 with median rent at $757/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.388, which is more affordable than the national average.
Population growth: +0.1% year-over-year. Job growth: +0.6%. Home values changed +0.1% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 3.96% of Maverick County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.