El Lago, TX
Texas · Harris County · Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands Metro
El Lago is a small town in Texas with a population of 3,016. Residents earn $104,375 per year, which is 39% above the national average.
Data updated April 2026
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How El Lago Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is El Lago a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, El Lago receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, a high uninsured rate. El Lago stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in El Lago is $104,375, which is significantly higher than the national average / 39% above $75,149. This places El Lago among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in El Lago is $303,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,642 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Safety & Crime
With 662 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 12,831 per 100,000, 555% above the national average.
Education
El Lago is a highly educated community / 51.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
El Lago has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F. Winters average 55°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 314 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
El Lago vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
El Lago vs U.S. Average
Income: El Lago vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $104,375 |
| 39% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $52,386 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,703 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $95,157 |
| Gini Index | 0.497 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 4.2% |
| 66% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 124,542 |
| County GDP | $592,751M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 10,837 |
| Healthcare | 12,772 |
| Retail | 13,588 |
| Manufacturing | 4,091 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $11,819 |
| 238% above US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 97.10 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.89% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 32.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 78.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 12.5% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $303,700 |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $300,474 |
| Median List Price | $362,500 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $362,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $169 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.0% |
| Price Drops | 25.0% |
| Inventory | 20 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,642 |
| 41% above US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 27.2% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 89.4% |
| Owner-Occupied | 89.4% |
| Renter-Occupied | 10.6% |
| Housing Units | 1,240 |
| Median Year Built | 1973 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $11,819 |
| 238% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.89% |
Health Metrics: El Lago vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.5% |
| 1% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.1% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.6% |
| Asthma | 9.6% |
| COPD | 5.3% |
| Cancer | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 11.3% |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 20.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.8% |
| Depression | 23.3% |
| Mental Distress | 16.6% |
| Physical Distress | 11.3% |
| Short Sleep | 35.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.2% |
| Uninsured | 12.4% |
| 44% above US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:1,717 |
| Dentists | 1:1,343 |
| Mental Health | 1:563 |
| Checkup Rate | 72.5% |
| Dental Visits | 63.1% |
| Premature Death | 8,157/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 91.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 12,772 |
Crime Rates: El Lago vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 661.9/100K |
| 74% above US avg | |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 12,831.0/100K |
| 555% above US avg |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 527 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 0.0 / 4.0 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 71.3°F |
| 32% above US avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 314 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,713/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 29.5715°N, 95.0452°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Harris County County |
| Nearest Airport | William P Hobby (HOU) 15 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)
| Ozone (O₃) | 0.0398 ppm |
| NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide) | 14.4 ppb |
| SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide) | 0.25 ppb |
| CO (Carbon Monoxide) | 0.33 ppm |
| PM2.5 (Fine Particles) | 10.4 μg/m³ |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very High |
| Risk Score | 99.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 67.9 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 17.9 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Very High |
| Hurricane | Very High |
| Earthquake | Relatively Moderate |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Very High |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Very High |
| Heat Wave | Very High |
| Winter Weather | Relatively High |
| Lightning | Very High |
| Ice Storm | Very High |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Very High |
| Landslide | Relatively Moderate |
| Coastal Flood | Relatively High |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55°F (13°C) | 3.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 56°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| April | 69°F (21°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 76°F (24°C) | 4.6 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 5.9 in | |
| July | 85°F (29°C) | 4.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 4.1 in | |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 6.0 in | Wettest |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 62°F (17°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 3.7 in |
El Lago has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 55°F in January to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.0") and March the driest (2.8").
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Democrat by 5.5 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 527 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 0.0 / 4.0 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 182 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 51.5% |
| 53% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 96.4% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 18.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.32 |
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro / 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 4,713/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.7 sq mi |
| County | Harris County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 93.8% |
| Avg Download Speed | 152.9 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 49.8 Mbps |
| Max Download Speed | 1,000 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 73 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 12,772 |
| Restaurants | 10,837 |
| Retail Stores | 13,588 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 32.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 78.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 12.5% |
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $243 ($146–$388) |
| Specialist Visit | $340 ($194–$534) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $194 ($97–$340) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $2,136 ($777–$4,855) |
| Dental Cleaning | $126 ($73–$194) |
| Dental Filling | $243 ($146–$388) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $44 ($24–$73) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $73 ($49–$117) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $291 ($146–$486) |
| Tire Rotation | $39 ($19–$73) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $583 ($388–$971) |
| Battery Replacement | $194 ($97–$340) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $97 ($58–$146) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $87 ($49–$136) |
| HVAC Repair | $388 ($146–$777) |
| HVAC System Install | $6,797 ($3,884–$11,652) |
| Roof Repair | $971 ($388–$1,942) |
| Roof Replacement | $8,739 ($5,341–$14,565) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,457 ($486–$3,399) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $14,565 ($4,855–$29,130) |
| DUI Defense | $4,855 ($1,942–$9,710) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,457 ($777–$2,913) |
| Will Preparation | $486 ($194–$971) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,428 ($971–$4,855) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $24 ($15–$44) |
| Women's Haircut | $53 ($29–$97) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $146 ($73–$243) |
| Manicure | $24 ($15–$44) |
| Pedicure | $39 ($24–$63) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $78 ($49–$126) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $3.98 ($2.91–$5.34) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.40 ($2.43–$4.86) |
| Loaf of Bread | $3.69 ($2.43–$5.34) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $4.37 ($2.91–$6.31) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $5.34 ($3.88–$7.28) |
| Rice (per lb) | $0.97 ($0.58–$1.75) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $136 ($78–$243) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $68 ($29–$146) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $68 ($39–$117) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $68 ($39–$97) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $63 ($29–$97) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $83 ($49–$146) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $194 ($73–$486) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $1,942 ($1,165–$3,399) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $68 ($29–$126) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $15 ($7.77–$24) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $97 ($29–$243) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $29 ($15–$73) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,165 ($583–$2,428) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $971 ($486–$1,942) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $388 ($194–$680) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $49 ($24–$97) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $971 ($388–$2,428) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $12,138 ($4,855–$29,130) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $58 ($29–$97) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $97 ($49–$194) |
| Dog Grooming | $58 ($29–$97) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $39 ($19–$73) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $291 ($146–$486) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $194 ($97–$388) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $801 |
| Toddler | $745 |
| Preschool | $723 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $710 |
| Toddler | $671 |
| Preschool | $662 |
Top Industries in Harris County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 283,962 | 16,075 | $68,760 | 0.81 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 227,214 | 10,333 | $28,925 | 1.02 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 217,268 | 18,722 | $131,076 | 1.28 |
| Retail Trade | 212,140 | 13,378 | $43,408 | 0.87 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 185,071 | 6,839 | $66,383 | 1.29 |
| Manufacturing | 177,472 | 5,180 | $104,337 | 0.88 |
| Construction | 168,380 | 8,387 | $91,855 | 1.31 |
| Wholesale Trade | 136,317 | 8,138 | $111,996 | 1.41 |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 130,475 | 4,063 | $97,286 | 1.26 |
| Finance & Insurance | 77,655 | 6,838 | $159,027 | 0.78 |
| Other Services | 74,550 | 11,194 | $60,178 | 1.01 |
| Mining & Oil/Gas | 63,046 | 1,270 | $237,810 | 6.81 |
| Educational Services | 51,259 | 1,492 | $80,770 | 1.01 |
| Real Estate | 50,976 | 6,858 | $87,370 | 1.34 |
| Management of Companies | 34,549 | 789 | $213,490 | 0.84 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 26,556 | 1,276 | $67,295 | 0.65 |
| Information & Technology | 21,603 | 1,474 | $114,247 | 0.47 |
| Utilities | 20,007 | 369 | $165,673 | 2.15 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 1,845 | 264 | $67,325 | 0.09 |
| Unclassified | 1,637 | 1,015 | $58,057 | 0.48 |
Schools in El Lago
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ODYSSEY ACADEMY - BAY AREA (Charter) | Elementary | 707 | 50 | 14.1:1 |
| ED H WHITE EL | Elementary | 621 | 36 | 17.3:1 |
Radio Stations near El Lago
30 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fox News Radio | news | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| NPR 24 Hour Program Stream | news, news talk | MP3 96 kbps | |
| SMOOTH JAZZ 24/7 | easy listening, jazz | MP3 128 kbps | |
| WWOZ - New Orleans Public Radio | jazz | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Aardvark Blues FM | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| KSBJ 89.3 FM | christian-gospel | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Houston Public Media Classical | baroque, beethoven | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Sangeet Radio FM 95.1 AM 1460 Houston, TX, US | hindi, music | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Houston Public Media Mixtape | alternative, alternative rock | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| 94.5 The Buzz | alternative, rock | AAC | |
| ksbj-89.3 | christian-gospel | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| KHCB Radio | religious | AAC 128 kbps | |
| 94.5 The Buzz Houston's Rock and Alternative | alternative, rock | AAC | |
| PAX LO-FI | christian, lofi | MP3 128 kbps | |
| WCCM 1490 AM | deportes, latino | AAC 96 kbps | |
| 103.7 The Buzz | — | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Spice Groove Radio International | — | AAC 64 kbps | |
| The Super Throwback Party | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Houston Public Media News 88.7 | local news, news | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Houston Public Media | houston, news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 91.3 Ayclt FM | — | MP3 | |
| KSHJ 1430 AM | religious | MP3 64 kbps | |
| 104.1 KRBE | pop, top 40 | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| KPRC AM 950 | talk | AAC | |
| SportsTalk 790 | sports | AAC | |
| NGEN Radio | christian, christian hip hop | AAC 64 kbps | |
| KSBJ | — | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio Aleluya 88.1 FM | spanish christian | AAC 96 kbps | |
| WWOZ-2 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| KJGR Jazz Grooves | — | MP3 |
National Parks Near El Lago
6 national parks and monuments found near El Lago.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Big Thicket National Preserve | National Preserve | Free |
| Brazos Bend State Park | State Park | Free |
| Davis Hill State Park | State Park | Free |
| Galveston Island State Park | State Park | Free |
| Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center | State Park | Free |
| Village Creek State Park | State Park | Free |
Museums in El Lago
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SAN JACINTO MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | 7139748836 | $1,889,312 | |
| SAN JACINTO MUSEUM OF HISTORY ASSOCIATION | HISTORY MUSEUM | 2814792421 | $1,889,312 | |
| MARINE AVIATION MUSEUM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | $378,309 | ||
| HOUSTON AERONAUTICAL HERITAGE SOCIETY | HISTORY MUSEUM | $170,032 | ||
| BUTLER LONGHORN MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 1220 CORYELL ST | 2813321393 | $128,470 |
| BAY AREA HERITAGE SOCIETY OF BAYTOWN TEXAS | HISTORY MUSEUM | 2814278768 | $45,081 | |
| TEXAS ARMED FORCES HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | $45,032 | ||
| LEAGUE CITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 210 N KANSAS | 2815542994 | $26,677 |
| FRANK J BROWN HERITAGE MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | 108 SKYVIEW TER | 2814827390 | $25,690 |
| 1940 AIR TERMINAL MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 7134541940 | ||
| ALVIN MUSEUM SOCIETY | HISTORY MUSEUM | 302 WEST SEALY STREET | 2813314469 | |
| ARMAND BAYOU NATURE CENTER | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 8500 BAY AREA BLVD | 2814742551 | |
| BAY AREA GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| BAYTOWN CARVER HIGH SCHOOL RECOGNITION & PRESERVATION SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| BAYTOWN HISTORICAL PRESERVATION ASSOCIATION | HISTORY MUSEUM | 5117 N MAIN ST | 2814212099 | |
| BAYTOWN MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 220 W DEFEE ST | 2814278768 | |
| BRANDYWIND CRUCIBLE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| CLEAR LAKE MASONIC LIBRARY & MUSEUM FOUNDATION | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| COLLEGE OF THE MAINLAND ART GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | |||
| DEFENDERS OF AMERICA NAVAL MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | PO BOX 36 | ||
| DICKINSON HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 2815344367 | ||
| FLYING MUSEUM OF AMERICA | HISTORY MUSEUM | |||
| FRIENDSWOOD HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 2814827390 | ||
| HITCHCOCK HERITAGE SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 9306 WOODACRES DR | ||
| KEMAH HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8322825604 | ||
| MAINLAND MUSEUM OF TEXAS CITY | GENERAL MUSEUM | 4099483111 | ||
| MILITARY MUSEUM OF TEXAS | GENERAL MUSEUM | 7136731234 | ||
| NIX IMPERIAL CREATIONS | GENERAL MUSEUM | 2814841315 | ||
| NOLAN RYAN MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 2813881134 | ||
| PASADENA HISTORICAL MUSEUM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7134777237 | ||
| PASADENA HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7134720565 | ||
| PEARLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| SPACE CENTER HOUSTON | GENERAL MUSEUM | 1601 NASA PARKWAY | 2812442120 | |
| STONE MOUNTAIN AVIATION MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON-CLEAR LAKE ART GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | |||
| WEST BAY COMMON SCHOOL CHILD MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 2815542994 |
Libraries in El Lago
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PASADENA PUBLIC LIBRARY | 1201 JEFF GINN MEMORIAL DR | 0.0 | 364,064 | |||
| STERLING MUNICIPAL LIBRARY | WILBANKS AVE | 0.0 | 322,713 | |||
| HELEN HALL LIBRARY | 100 W WALKER ST | 0.0 | 268,867 | |||
| MOORE MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY | 1701 9TH AVE N | 0.0 | 166,567 | |||
| FRIENDSWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY | 416 S FRIENDSWOOD DR | 0.0 | 162,803 | |||
| DEER PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY | 3009 CENTER ST | 0.0 | 68,920 | |||
| DICKINSON PUBLIC LIBRARY | 4411 HWY 3 | 0.0 | 65,375 | |||
| MAE S BRUCE LIBRARY | 13302 W 6TH ST | 0.0 | 30,312 | |||
| LA MARQUE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 1011 BAYOU RD | 0.0 | 29,185 | |||
| GENEVIEVE MILLER HITCHCOCK PUBLIC LIBRARY | 8005 BARRY AVE | 0.0 | 18,890 |
Farmers Markets in El Lago
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bay Area Farmers Market | 500 Baybrook Mall Drive | 01/01/2019 to 12/31/2019 | Sun: 11:00 AM-3:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Friendswood Farmers Market | 1100 S Friendswood Dr. | 01/01/2015 to 12/31/2015 | Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Kemah Farmers and Open Air Market | 204 FM 2094 | 01/01/2013 to 12/31/2013 | Sat: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Pearland Old Townsite Farmers Market | 2243 Grand Blvd. | 01/01/2014 to 12/13/2014 | Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM; | Visit | |
| The Farmers Market at Clear Lake Shores | 1020 Marina Bay Drive | Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
Hotels in El Lago
6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in El Lago
15 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in El Lago
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in El Lago
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in El Lago
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in El Lago
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in El Lago
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attractions With A Spin | City Tours, Brewery Tours, Bike Tours, Food Tours, Outdoor Activities, Food & Drink, Tours, More | 8350 S Sam Houston Pkwy E | 17744510857, [17744510857] | |
| B & S Brewers Guild | Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services, Beer & Ale Distributors | 900 Anders Ln | ||
| Beverage Equipment Supply Co | Winemaking Equipment & Supplies, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services, General Merchandise Stores, L | 9642 Hollock St | [7139470544] | |
| Blue Room | Dickinson Houston, Cocktail Lounges, Bars & Clubs, Restaurants, Barbecue, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar | 3719 Highway 3 | 2815342118 | |
| Bone Daddy's House of Smoke | BBQ Joint, Brewery, and Pub, Pub, Brewery, BBQ Joint | 19901 Gulf Fwy | (281) 332-4222, 2813324222 | Visit |
| Bone S | Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, breweries & brew pubs, restaurants | 7420 Bayway Dr | [2818388631] | |
| Cheers Pub | Cocktail Lounges, Bars & Clubs, autos, Bars & Pubs, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Venues, Nigh | 502 N Friendswood Dr | 2819969996, [2814829855] | Visit |
| Daiqui-ritas Bar and Lounge | Cocktail Lounges, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants | 20801 Gulf Fwy | [[2813328111]] | Visit |
| Fetching Lab Brewery | Brewery | 1578 County Road 423 | 2814147355, (281) 414-7355, [2814147355, (281) 414 | |
| Gulf Coast Brewing | Beer Homebrewing Equipment & Supplies, Winemaking Equipment & Supplies, Brewer Equipment Supplies & | 7648 Canal St | 2815010365, 8324264208 | |
| Ibrewhaus | Brewery and Event Space | 3213 Salisbury Ct | (508) 614-9097, 5086149097 | |
| Joe's Texas Pub | Brewers | 11045 Fuqua St | [[[7139433242]]] | |
| Juniors Drive-in, Junior's Drive Inn | Bars & Clubs, TX, Bacliff, Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, Bacliff Drinking Places, Breweries & Brew Pubs | 200 Grand Ave | 2813394524, 2815594252 | |
| Neon Moon Saloon | Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar | 1201 S 16th St | (281) 471-6366, 2814716366, [(281) 471-6366, 28147 | |
| River Queen Saloon | Cocktail Lounges, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounge Restaurants, Bar & Grill Restaurants | 4712 N Highway 146 | [[2814223164]] | Visit |
| Ronnie's | Cocktail Lounges, Bars & Pubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Barbecue, General Merchandise Stores, Cocktail | 4355 Fm 517 Rd E | [[2813090599]] | |
| Shasta Beverages Inc | Food Stores, Unclassified, Beverage Manufacturers, Bottlers, Soft Drinks Retail, Grocery Stores & Su | 7333 Major St | 7136448355, [7136448355] | Visit |
| Sutter Home Winery | Brewers, Wineries | 1110 Nasa Pkwy | [2813333530], 2813333530 | |
| The Bar | Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Wine Bars, Bar & Grill Restaurants | 806 N Alexander Dr | [2814281530] | |
| Two Dogs Saloon | Cocktail Lounges, Bars & Clubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bars & Pubs, Restaurants, Pearland, Venues, B | 2702 S Main St | [2814858058], 2814858058 |
Cell Towers in El Lago
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 3111 FRIENDSWOOD RD. | TOWER | 355 |
| HWY 146 AND LOOP 197 (Texas City 2 #4278) | TOWER | 178 |
| 2806 Broadway (16111) | GTOWER | 144 |
| 2806 Broadway 2B (16111) | GTOWER | 144 |
| 2806 Broadway 2B (Texas City / San Leon #4275) | GTOWER | 144 |
| 1 1/3 mi. W by NW of intersec. of Algoa Rd. & State Hwy 6. | TOWER | 78 |
| 10915 OLD NEEDLEPOINT ROAD (64119) | LTOWER | 77 |
| 607 1/2 E. James Street | TOWER | 59 |
| 1310 DEEPWOOD DRIVE (56298) | MTOWER | 58 |
| 204 1/4 North Marina Drive (65460) | LTOWER | 57 |
| 16202 WALLSVILLE RD | TOWER | 57 |
| 700 EAST TEXAS AVENUE (56037) | MTOWER | 56 |
| 700 EAST TEXAS AVENUE (56037) | MTOWER | 56 |
| 11038 HWY 6 (65443) | LTOWER | 55 |
| 16554 FIR ROAD (65445) | LTOWER | 55 |
| 1606 Whitaker Drive (152902) | LTOWER | 55 |
| 109 1/2 E WILLOWICK; BEHIND FRIENDSWOOD CITY HALL | TOWER | 49 |
| 18120 Point Lookout (118370) | LTOWER | 49 |
| 18120 Point Lookout (118370) | LTOWER | 49 |
| 3375 FM 518 | TOWER | 45 |
| 3702 MUSTANG ROAD (130900) | MTOWER | 44 |
| 3702 MUSTANG ROAD (130900) | MTOWER | 44 |
| 1700 FIRST STREET | TOWER | 43 |
| 5255 OLD HIGHWAY 146 (16099) | LTOWER | 41 |
| 5255 OLD HIGHWAY 146 (16099) | LTOWER | 41 |
| 20903 1 6 GULF FREEWAY (16109) | LTOWER | 35 |
| 20903 1 6 GULF FREEWAY (16109) | LTOWER | 35 |
Bridges in El Lago
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2012 | 1,003 | 33,787 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1981 | 857 | 16,350 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2003 | 26 | 330 | G |
Superfund Sites Near El Lago
43 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| AFTON CHEMICAL CORPORATION | 1000 N SOUTH ST | HARRIS |
| AFTON CHEMICAL CORPORATION | 1000 N SOUTH ST | HARRIS |
| AGRIFOS FERTILIZER L.L.C. | 2001 JACKSON ROAD | HARRIS |
| AMERICAN ACRYL L.P. | 711 WEST BAY AREA BLVD, #625 | HARRIS |
| ANHEUSER-BUSCH HOUSTON BREWERY | 775 GELLHORN DR | HARRIS COUNTY |
| ANHEUSER-BUSCH HOUSTON BREWERY | 775 GELLHORN DR | HARRIS COUNTY |
| ANHEUSER-BUSCH HOUSTON BREWERY | 775 GELLHORN DR | HARRIS COUNTY |
| BAYTOWN ENERGY CENTER | 8605 FM 1405 | CHAMBERS |
| BAYTOWN OLEFINS PLANT | 3525 DECKER DRIVE | HARRIS COUNTY |
| BAYTOWN OLEFINS PLANT | 3525 DECKER DRIVE | HARRIS COUNTY |
| BP AMOCO CHEMICAL TEXAS CITY PLANT | INDUSTRIAL CANAL RD PO BOX 568 | GALVESTON |
| CLEAN HARBORS DEER PARK LLC | 2027 INDEPENDENCE PKWY S | HARRIS |
| DEER PARK PLANT | 6600 LA PORTE FWY | HARRIS |
| ETHYL CORP | UNKNOWN | HARRIS |
| EXXON CHEMICAL AMERICAS HOUSTON CHEMICAL PLANT | 8230 STEDMAN STREET | HARRIS |
| EXXONMOBIL BAYTOWN REFINERY | 2800 DECKER DRIVE | HARRIS |
| EXXONMOBIL BAYTOWN REFINERY | 2800 DECKER DRIVE | HARRIS |
| EXXONMOBIL BAYTOWN REFINERY | 2800 DECKER DRIVE | HARRIS |
| FRIENDSWOOD REFIN. | CHOATE ROAD | HARRIS |
| GALVESTON BAY REFINERY | NORTH SIDE OF LOOP 197 BETWEEN 6TH AND 14 ST | GALVESTON |
| GALVESTON BAY REFINERY | 2401 FIFTH AVE S | GALVESTON |
| GALVESTON BAY REFINERY | 2401 FIFTH AVE S | GALVESTON |
| GLOBAL OCTANES DEER PARK FACILITY | 2621 TIDAL RD | HARRIS |
| HOUSTON REFINING LP | 12000 LAWNDALE | HARRIS COUNTY |
| INEOS AMERICAS PASADENA SITE | 3503 PASADENA FWY | HARRIS |
| KETJEN | 13000 BAYPARK RD | HARRIS |
| OCCIDENTAL ELECTROCHEMICALS CORPORATION | 1149 ELLSWORTH DR | HARRIS |
| OILTANKING TEXAS CITY TERMINAL | 2800 TX-197-LOOP S | GALVESTON |
| OILTANKING TEXAS CITY TERMINAL | 2800 TX-197-LOOP S | GALVESTON |
| PASADENA PLASTICS COMPLEX | 1400 JEFFERSON ROAD | HARRIS |
| PASADENA PLASTICS COMPLEX | 1400 JEFFERSON ROAD | HARRIS |
| PASADENA PLASTICS COMPLEX | 1400 JEFFERSON ROAD | HARRIS |
| PASADENA PLASTICS COMPLEX | 1400 JEFFERSON ROAD | HARRIS |
| PASADENA PLASTICS COMPLEX | 1400 JEFFERSON ROAD | HARRIS |
| PASADENA PVC PLANT | 4403 PASADENA FRWY | HARRIS |
| PRAXAIR TEXAS CITY | 703 6TH ST S | GALVESTON |
| SHELL CHEMICAL | 5900 HWY 225 | HARRIS |
| SHELL CHEMICAL | 5900 HWY 225 | HARRIS |
| TEXAS CITY CRUDE OIL TERMINAL | 201 BAY STREET SOUTH | GALVESTON COUNTY |
| TEXAS PETROCHEMICALS | 8600 PARK PLACE BOULEVARD | HARRIS |
| THE DOW CHEMICAL - LA PORTE FACILITY | 550 INDEPENDENCE PKWY S | HARRIS |
| THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL BRANCH GALVESTON | 206 13TH ST | GALVESTON |
| VALERO REFINING COMPANY - TEXAS | 1301 LOOP 197 SOUTH | GALVESTON |
Airports Near El Lago
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| George Bush Intercontinental Airport | IAH | Large Airport |
| William P. Hobby Airport | HOU | Large Airport |
| Ellington Airport | EFD | Medium Airport |
| Scholes International At Galveston Airport | GLS | Medium Airport |
| Sugar Land Regional Airport | SGR | Medium Airport |
| Texas Gulf Coast Regional Airport | LJN | Medium Airport |
| Ainsworth Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Alvin Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Austinia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bailes Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Baytown Airport | HPY | Small Airport |
| BB Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Chambers County Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chambers County Winnie Stowell Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chennault Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Circle C Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Clover Lake Farms Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Creasy Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dan Jones International Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Darrell Airport | — | Small Airport |
| David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport | DWH | Small Airport |
| Dry Creek Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dunham Field | — | Small Airport |
| Eagle Air Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Eagle Air Park | BZT | Small Airport |
| El Tejano Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ezer Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ferris Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Field's Field | — | Small Airport |
| Fitzgerald Field | — | Small Airport |
| Flyin Tiger Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flyin' B Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flying C Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Garrett Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Griffith Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gum Island Airport | — | Small Airport |
| H & S Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Houston Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Houston Southwest Airport | — | Small Airport |
| J-D Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jamison Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Jet Ag Inc Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Johnnie Volk Field | — | Small Airport |
| Knape Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Porte Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lane Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Liberty Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Massimiliano Memorial Field | — | Small Airport |
| Matt Doyle Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| McIntyre Flying Services Airport | — | Small Airport |
Police Stations in El Lago
44 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Alvin Police Department | ||
| Baytown Area Crime Prevention Office | ||
| Baytown Police Department | 3200 North Main Street | |
| Baytown Police Department - Training | ||
| Baytown Police Department Substation | ||
| Brazoria County Sheriff's Department | ||
| Clear Lake Shores Police Department | ||
| Clear Lake Shores Police Station | ||
| Deer Park Police Department - Investigation | ||
| Deer Park Police Station | 2911 Center Street | |
| Dickinson Police Department | ||
| El Lago Police Department | ||
| Friendswood Police Dept and Municipal Court | 1600 Whittaker Drive | |
| Galena Park Police | 2207 Clinton Drive | |
| Galena Park Police Department | ||
| Galena Park Police Station | ||
| Galena Park Police Substation | ||
| Galveston County Sheriff's Office | ||
| Harris County Sheriff's Office | ||
| Harris County Sheriff's Office | ||
| Hitchcock Police Department | ||
| Houston Police Department - Broadway Square | ||
| Houston Police Department - Clear Lake Patrol | ||
| Houston Police Department - Eastside Patrol | ||
| Houston Police Department - Hobby Airport | ||
| Houston Police Department - Leija | ||
| Houston Police Department - Telephone Road | ||
| Jacinto City Police Department | ||
| Jacinto City Police Station | ||
| Kemah Police Department | ||
| La Porte City Marshal's Office | ||
| La Porte Police Department | 3001 North 23rd Street | |
| La Porte Police Department | ||
| League City Police Department | ||
| Nassau Bay Police Department | ||
| Pasadena Police Academy | ||
| Pasadena Police Department | ||
| Santa Fe Police Department | ||
| Seabrook Police Department | 1400 Cook Street | |
| Shoreacres Police Department | ||
| South Houston Police Department | ||
| South Houston Police Station | ||
| Texas City Police Department | ||
| Webster Police Department | 217 Pennsylvania Street |
Grocery Stores in El Lago
7 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Checkpoint #17 | Convenience Store | 1802 Main St |
| Circle K 2742584 | Convenience Store | 3324 Nasa Pkwy |
| CVS/ PHARMACY 7465 | Other | 2242 Repsdorph Rd |
| Dollar Tree 8434 | Other | 2000 Bayport Blvd |
| KROGER 342 | Super Store | 1905 El Mar Ln |
| See & Stop Grocery | Convenience Store | 3528 Nasa Pkwy |
| Valero Corner Store 2741404 | Convenience Store | 1910 Nasa Pkwy |
Treatment Centers in El Lago
18 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Alliance Risk Group LLC - DBA Gateway to Sobriety | Substance Abuse | 713-705-3490 |
| Bay Area Recovery Center | Substance Abuse | 281-337-1343 |
| Bay Area Recovery Center | Substance Abuse | 281-337-1343 |
| Bay Area Recovery Center | Substance Abuse | 832-284-4765 |
| CAN Behavioral Health | Substance Abuse | 281-427-4226 |
| Cenikor Foundation - Substance Abuse Program | Substance Abuse | 888-236-4567 |
| Devereux Texas Treatment Network | Mental Health | 800-373-0011 |
| Gulf Coast Center - Anchor Point Youth and Family Services | Substance Abuse | 409-944-4399 |
| Gulf Coast Center - Mainland Community Service Center | Both | 800-643-0967 |
| Gulf Coast Center - Northern Brazoria Comm Service Center | Both | 800-643-0967 |
| Into Action Recovery Centers - Outpatient Services | Substance Abuse | 832-224-4967 |
| Into Action Recovery Centers - Residential Services | Substance Abuse | 281-488-2280 |
| Northshore Treatment Center | Substance Abuse | 713-455-7008 |
| Pasadena Substance Abuse Clinic | Substance Abuse | 713-473-1405 |
| Positive Recovery LLC - Pasadena | Substance Abuse | 877-697-1383 |
| Texas American Medical Consultants | Substance Abuse | 713-643-5858 |
| Toxicology Associates Inc | Substance Abuse | 409-935-3749 |
| UTMB Psychiatry - Webster Clinic | Mental Health | 409-772-0770 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in El Lago
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| BRIDGE OF HOPE IN CHRIST | 622 WHITECAP DR |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About El Lago
What is the population of El Lago?
El Lago has a population of 3,016 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 4,713 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.9% female and 49.1% male.
Is El Lago expensive to live in?
El Lago has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 97.1 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $104,375, 39% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $303,700 (8% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,642 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is El Lago safe?
Public safety is a concern in El Lago, with a violent crime rate of 662 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 12,831 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, El Lago receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in El Lago?
El Lago has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 85°F in July. The area receives 314 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 53.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.
How is the job market in El Lago?
The job market in El Lago is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,703. There are 124,542 business establishments in the area, including 10,837 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 32 minutes, and 12.5% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in El Lago?
The median home value in El Lago is $303,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $300,474. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,642. Fair market rent is $935 for a 1-bedroom and $1,149 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 89.4%. The average annual property tax is $11,819.
How are the schools in El Lago?
Schools in El Lago score 5.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 51.5% of adults in El Lago hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 96.4% have completed high school. 18.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is El Lago?
The obesity rate in El Lago is 32.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 11.3% of adults are smokers. 18.8% are physically inactive. 23.3% of residents report depression. 12.4% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 91.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,717.
What is transportation like in El Lago?
The average commute in El Lago is 32 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 78.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 12.5% work from home.
What are the demographics of El Lago?
The racial and ethnic makeup of El Lago is 79.5% White, 4% Black or African American, 1.2% Hispanic or Latino. 88.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 11.3% speak Spanish. 8.4% of the population are military veterans. 7.8% of residents have a disability. 91.2% have health insurance coverage.
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