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Alto, TX Utility & Living Guide

Alto is a town in Cherokee County, Texas, United States. With a population of 1,027 at the 2020 U.S.

Last updated: July 9, 2026
1BR Rent$510/mo
Median Home$104,000
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Living in Alto, summers are intense — Aug highs average 95.9°F, while winters are cool, with Feb lows hovering around 41.2°F. With 1536 heating degree days annually, heating costs are moderate. The area receives 52.8 inches of rainfall per year. Median household income: $37,955. With a 33.0% poverty rate and 39.6% homeownership, the community reflects a stable residential mix. Nearby cities: Rusk (11mi NW), Jacksonville (25mi NW), Nacogdoches (25mi E). Air quality is Good — avg AQI 37 over the past week.
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Living in Alto, summers are intense — Aug highs average 95.9°F, while winters are cool, with Feb lows hovering around 41.2°F. With 1536 heating degree days annually, heating costs are moderate. The area receives 52.8 inches of rainfall per year. Median household income: $37,955. With a 33.0% poverty rate and 39.6% homeownership, the community reflects a stable residential mix. Nearby cities: Rusk (11mi NW), Jacksonville (25mi NW), Nacogdoches (25mi E). Air quality is Good — avg AQI 37 over the past week.
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1 Bedroom$510/mo
2 Bedrooms$567/mo
3 Bedrooms$708/mo
Median Home Price$104,000
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📊 Alto — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

💰 Median Household Income
$37,955
🏠 Homeownership Rate
39.6%
🔑 Renter Rate
60.4%
📉 Poverty Rate
33.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
9.7%
📍 Alto City Stories
Jul 9, 2026

Alto, Texas — City Overview

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Data sourced from BLS, HUD, Numbeo, SmartAsset, and local government sources. US Census Bureau ACS 2022, Wikipedia

Last verified: July 9, 2026 · For utility emergencies contact your provider directly.

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