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Port Aransas, TX

Texas · Nueces County · Corpus Christi Metro

Port Aransas is a small town in Texas with a population of 3,141. Residents earn $88,311 per year, which is 18% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
3,141 Population 350/sq mi density
$88,311 Median Income $67,711 per capita
$490,200 Home Value $561,392 Zillow
$2,226 Median Rent 40.1% income on rent
72°F Avg Temperature 330 sunny days/yr
164 Violent Crime/100K 4,812 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$88,311 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$490,200 home value, $2,226/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
164 violent crimes/100K (57% below avg)
B+
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $88,311
18% higher than US avg
Home Value $490,200
74% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 164/100K
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.1%
10% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,226
91% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.4%
65% lower than US avg

How Port Aransas Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population3,141
Median Age53.5 yrs
Density350/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans7.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$88,311
Per Capita$67,711
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.4%
County GDP$27,852M
Commute15 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$490,200
Rent$2,226
Ownership73.3%
Zillow$561,392
Housing Units4,808
Rent Burden40.1%

Crime

F
Violent164/100K
Property4,812/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault164/100K
Burglary329/100K

Health

Obesity35.3%
Uninsured11.2%
Smoking13.4%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Sunny Days330/yr

Education

B+
Bachelor's+37.1%
High School+94.7%
Graduate+12.6%
School Score5.12

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 44%
Commute15 min
Broadband93.9%
EV Stations5
Libraries10

Is Port Aransas a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Port Aransas receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Port Aransas offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Port Aransas is $88,311, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Port Aransas is $490,200, making it a premium housing market at 74% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,226 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Port Aransas is below the national average at 164 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,812 per 100,000, 146% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Port Aransas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 330 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Port Aransas has a population of 3,141 with a density of 350 people per square mile, spread across 9.0 square miles. The median age is 53.5 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. The city is predominantly White (88.1%), with 2.7% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.9% of residents. 7.2% of the population are veterans. 10.4% of residents have a disability. 84.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,141
Total Population
350
People / sq mi
53.5yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
9.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Port Aransas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish 3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Port Aransas vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Port Aransas is $88,311, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $67,711 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,163, 19% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 8,568 business establishments, including 982 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 11.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Port Aransas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,311
18% above US avg
Per Capita Income$67,711
Avg Weekly Wage$1,163
IRS Avg AGI$68,680
Gini Index0.462 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.4%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,568
County GDP$27,852M

Business (County)

Restaurants982
Healthcare1,105
Retail1,058
Manufacturing167

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,321
138% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.6 min
Drive Alone69.1%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home11.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Port Aransas is $490,200, 74% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $561,392, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $2,226 (91% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. 73.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 4,808 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1989. The average annual property tax is $8,321 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 40.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$490,200
74% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$561,392

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,226
91% above US avg
Rent Burden40.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Homeownership73.3%
Owner-Occupied73.3%
Renter-Occupied26.7%
Housing Units4,808
Median Year Built1989

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,321
138% above US avg
Effective Rate1.70%
In Port Aransas, 35.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.0% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.3% of residents. 32.0% have high blood pressure. 13.4% are current smokers. 22.0% report binge drinking. 21.5% are physically inactive. 24.5% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.9% experience frequent mental distress. 11.2% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,266. The dentist ratio is 1:1,715. 92.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.4 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Port Aransas vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.3%
10% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.4%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.0%
Physical Inactivity21.5%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress12.1%
Short Sleep36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.3%
Uninsured11.2%
30% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,266
Dentists1:1,715
Mental Health1:609
Checkup Rate73.5%
Dental Visits62.1%
Premature Death10,927/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access92.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,105
Port Aransas has a violent crime rate of 164 per 100,000 residents, 57% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 164.3 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 4,812 per 100,000, 146% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 3,850, burglary at 329, vehicle theft at 634 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 38 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Port Aransas receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Port Aransas vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent164.3/100K
57% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault164.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,812.2/100K
146% above US avg
Burglary328.6/100K
Theft3,849.8/100K
Vehicle Theft633.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Port Aransas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 330 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

56°F Jan (14°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average71.9°F
33% above US avg
January Average56°F (14°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days330 days/yr

Geography

Area9.0 sq mi (23.2 km²)
Population Density350/sq mi
Coordinates27.8209°N, 97.0892°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyNueces County County
Nearest AirportCorpus Christi International (CRP)
25 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.6"
6% below US avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 6.10"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.14"

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0356 ppm
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)0.19 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)8.9 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively High
Risk Score96.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability76.8 / 100
Community Resilience86.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Very High
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively High
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively High
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Relatively High
Cold Wave Very High
Landslide Very Low
Coastal Flood Relatively Moderate
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

30 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M2.5 on Jul 26, 2025.

Apr 9, 1993 21 km NW of Pawnee, Texas M4.1 150 km
Apr 25, 2010 10 km WNW of Driscoll, Texas M3.9 75 km
Mar 24, 1997 4 km SSE of Alice, Texas M3.8 96 km
Jun 24, 2012 16 km ESE of Tilden, Texas M3.4 144 km
Jan 31, 2015 16 km SSW of Falls City, Texas M3.1 150 km
Jan 25, 2019 13 km N of Three Rivers, Texas M3.1 135 km
Jun 2, 2018 18 km NNW of Pawnee, Texas M3.0 147 km
Mar 4, 2019 11 km SE of Cuero, Texas M3.0 135 km
Sep 1, 2023 1 km NNW of Nordheim, Texas M2.9 134 km
Aug 18, 2023 3 km NNW of Nordheim, Texas M2.9 136 km
Jun 24, 2019 9 km N of Three Rivers, Texas M2.8 133 km
Mar 25, 2023 23 km NNW of Three Rivers, Texas M2.8 148 km
Jul 12, 2022 12 km WNW of Yorktown, Texas M2.8 145 km
Jan 26, 2019 12 km N of Three Rivers, Texas M2.7 135 km
Apr 24, 2019 8 km NNE of Three Rivers, Texas M2.7 131 km
Jan 26, 2019 7 km N of Three Rivers, Texas M2.7 132 km
Feb 9, 2020 7 km N of Three Rivers, Texas M2.7 133 km
Jul 8, 2022 8 km N of Nordheim, Texas M2.6 140 km
May 23, 2023 23 km NNW of Three Rivers, Texas M2.6 148 km
Jul 18, 2019 22 km W of Pawnee, Texas M2.6 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

14 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Beryl (2024, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Beryl Category 1 124 km
2021 Nicholas Category 1 90 km
2020 Hanna Category 1 106 km
2017 Harvey Category 4 27 km
2008 Dolly Category 2 158 km
2008 Ike Category 2 282 km
2007 Humberto Category 1 288 km
2003 Claudette Category 1 89 km
2003 Erika Category 1 282 km
1999 Bret Category 4 107 km
1989 Jerry Category 1 241 km
1983 Alicia Category 3 228 km
1983 Barry Category 1 267 km
1980 Allen Category 5 160 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

344 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 2 fatalities, 113 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 29, 1976 EF3 75 km 0
Jun 24, 1970 EF3 74 km 1
May 16, 1969 EF3 76 km 0
Sep 20, 1967 EF3 28 km 0
Jun 5, 1965 EF3 91 km 0
Nov 8, 1963 EF3 51 km 0
Oct 22, 1954 EF3 50 km 0
Jun 2, 2010 EF2 26 km 0
Oct 24, 2002 EF2 53 km 1
Aug 10, 1980 EF2 75 km 0
Aug 10, 1980 EF2 98 km 0
Aug 9, 1980 EF2 75 km 0
Aug 9, 1980 EF2 24 km 0
May 26, 1976 EF2 60 km 0
May 7, 1976 EF2 84 km 0
Apr 28, 1976 EF2 75 km 0
Oct 29, 1972 EF2 94 km 0
May 7, 1972 EF2 100 km 0
Aug 3, 1970 EF2 86 km 0
Aug 3, 1970 EF2 93 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: SHOOTING RANGE (15,389 ac, 2020).

Year Name Acres Distance
2020 SHOOTING RANGE 15,389 52 km
2012 6 MILE 12,272 54 km
2024 LAGUNA 24 12,147 54 km
2005 DAISY 10,556 56 km
2017 CANE 8,802 94 km
2012 MATAGORDA B5 7,817 78 km
2018 TRUST 6,648 97 km
1988 UNNAMED 6,236 51 km
2009 TURTLE 5,457 85 km
1999 UNNAMED 4,966 50 km
1986 FIREWORKS 4,733 56 km
2008 POLARIS 4,624 39 km
2008 UNNAMED 4,589 44 km
2018 LIGHTNING14 4,241 68 km
2001 SAVANNAH S 3,866 54 km
2014 28 MILE 3,719 86 km
2009 FLACA 3,366 73 km
1996 UNNAMED 3,320 49 km
2021 BAFFIN 3,223 95 km
2006 UNNAMED 3,162 78 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 56°F (14°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 59°F (15°C) 2.0 in
March 65°F (18°C) 1.1 in Driest
April 70°F (21°C) 1.7 in
May 77°F (25°C) 3.4 in
June 82°F (28°C) 3.6 in
July 84°F (29°C) 2.5 in Warmest
August 83°F (29°C) 3.4 in
September 81°F (27°C) 6.1 in Wettest
October 74°F (24°C) 3.4 in
November 66°F (19°C) 1.9 in
December 59°F (15°C) 1.8 in

Port Aransas has a seasonal temperature swing of 27°F / from 56°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.1") and March the driest (1.1").

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Port Aransas is located in Nueces County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 37.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 10% above the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. 12.6% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 55.3% of the vote, a 11.5-point margin. 93.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 5 EV charging stations. There are 10 public libraries serving the community. 1,105 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 69.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.3%
D 43.8%

Winner: Republican by 11.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)38
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.1%
10% above US avg
High School+94.7%
Graduate Degree+12.6%
School Test Score5.12
B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density350/sq mi
Total Area9.0 sq mi
CountyNueces County County

Services

Broadband Access93.9%
Avg Download Speed233.5 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed49.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities1,105
Restaurants982
Retail Stores1,058

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.6 min
Drive Alone69.1%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home11.1%
Average costs for common services in Port Aransas. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
View all 12 services

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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$662
Toddler$624
Preschool$606
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$598
Toddler$576
Preschool$567
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Nueces 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 29,876 1,191 $57,815 1.27
Accommodation & Food Services 20,165 929 $24,027 1.35
Retail Trade 17,257 1,018 $39,025 1.06
Construction 16,307 664 $85,253 1.90
Administrative & Waste Services 7,654 438 $49,003 0.79
Professional & Technical Services 7,511 913 $86,325 0.66
Manufacturing 6,885 220 $105,859 0.51
Wholesale Trade 5,288 417 $82,992 0.82
Transportation & Warehousing 4,701 295 $76,068 0.68
Finance & Insurance 4,481 529 $77,673 0.67
Other Services 4,306 644 $48,898 0.87
Real Estate 3,201 502 $64,638 1.26
Mining & Oil/Gas 2,116 132 $114,621 3.42
Arts & Entertainment 2,015 96 $24,081 0.73
Information & Technology 1,151 88 $72,635 0.37
Management of Companies 1,034 43 $160,785 0.37
Educational Services 822 72 $34,390 0.24
Utilities 812 30 $116,591 1.30
Agriculture & Forestry 411 106 $45,022 0.31
Unclassified 76 45 $37,051 0.33

Schools in Port Aransas

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
OLSEN EL Elementary 227 18 12.6:1
PORT ARANSAS H S High 204 18 11.3:1
BRUNDRETT MIDDLE Middle 115 10 11.5:1
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Radio Stations near Port Aransas

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
KEDT-FM 90.3 "KEDT Public Radio" Corpus Christi, TX news, npr AAC 64 kbps
KVCX Gregory, South Dakota MP3 128 kbps
KLTG-FM "The Beach 96.5" Corpus Christi, TX adult top 40, pop music AAC+ 64 kbps

Campgrounds Near Port Aransas

2 campgrounds found near Port Aransas.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Bird Island Basin Campground Free
Malaquite Campground Free

National Parks Near Port Aransas

4 national parks and monuments found near Port Aransas.

ParkTypeFee
Goose Island State Park State Park Free
Lake Corpus Christi State Park State Park Free
Mustang Island State Park State Park Free
Padre Island National Seashore National Seashore $25

Museums in Port Aransas

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
TEXAS MARITIME MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM3617291271$343,012
PORT ARANSAS ART CENTERART MUSEUM323 N ALISTER ST3617497334$289,543
FULTON MANSIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION317 FULTON BEACH RD3617290386$271,763
FULTON MANSION STATE HISTORICAL PARKHISTORIC PRESERVATION317 FULTON BEACH RD3617290386$271,763
PORT ARANSAS PRESERVATION AND HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION101 E BRUNDRETT AT ALISTER SREET3617493800$261,401
AQUARIUM AT ROCKPORT HARBORZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION3617270016$103,537
RIALTO THEATERGENERAL MUSEUM3617580383$45,585
AMERICAN KICKBALL HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM14213 PUNTA BONAIRE DR
ARANSAS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3617292133
HISTORY CENTER FOR ARANSAS COUNTYHISTORY MUSEUM801 E CEDAR ST AT CHURCH ST3612293607
ISLANDER ART GALLERYART MUSEUM3618255700
PADRE ISLAND NATIONAL SEASHOREHISTORIC PRESERVATION3619498173
PORTLAND CREATIVE ARTS CENTERART MUSEUM3616434868

Libraries in Port Aransas

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BELL/WHITTINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY2400 MEMORIAL PKWY0.085,761
WILLIAM R BILL ELLIS MEMORIAL LIBRARY700 W AVE A0.041,556
ED & HAZEL RICHMOND PUBLIC LIBRARY110 N LAMONT ST0.038,890
INGLESIDE PUBLIC LIBRARY2775 WACO ST0.032,768
ARANSAS COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY701 E MIMOSA ST0.021,065

Farmers Markets in Port Aransas

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Rockport-Fulton Farmers Market301 DeForest Loop

Hotels in Port Aransas

21 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alister Square Inn
Amelia's Landing Hotel
Amelia's Landing Hotel
Balinese Wellness Spa and Yoga Retreat
Belles Sea Inn
Best Western
Camp Coyoacan
Days Inn
Hampton Inn & Suites Port Aransas
Holiday Inn Express & Suites
Ocean's Edge Hotel
Plantation Suites & Conference Center
Port A Beachlodge
Sandcastle Condominiums & Event Center
Sandollar Sity
Sea Breeze Suites
Seaside Boutique Hotel
Seaside Village Resort
The Island Hotel
The Place Hotel
Tropic Island Resort

Restaurants in Port Aransas

28 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Beachlodge Restaurant
BierHaus Port Aransas
Black Marlin Bar and Grill
Bluewater Restaurant
Cancun Mexican Restaurant
Castaways Seafood & Grill
Coach's Island Grill
Coach’s island grill
Fin's Grill & Bar
Grumbles Seafood Company
Irie's Island Food
Island Cafe
La Playa Mexican Grille
Lelo's Island Bar
MacDaddy's
Moby Dick's
Port A Beer Hut
Port A Pizzeria
Roosevelt's
San Juan Restaurant
Seafood & Spaghetti Works
The Crazy Cajun
The Gaff
The Phoenix Restaurant & Bar
Tortuga's Saltwater Grill
Trout Street Bar & Grill
Venetian Hot Plate
Virginia's on the Bay

Cafes in Port Aransas

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Coffee Waves

Theatres in Port Aransas

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Patsy Jones Amphitheater

Veterinaries in Port Aransas

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Island Animal Clinic

Gas Stations in Port Aransas

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Exxon
Valero
Valero
Valero

Banks in Port Aransas

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

American Bank

Breweries in Port Aransas

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Port Aransas Brewing Co LlcPubs, Restaurants, Breweries327 Piper Blvd
Port Aransas Brewing CompanyBrewery429 N Alister St3617492739Visit

Pharmacies in Port Aransas

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
CARTER'S PHARMACY 600 CUT OFF ROAD 361-749-6337

EV Charging Stations in Port Aransas

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
ALISTER SQUARE2 ALISTER UNIT 1122 S Alister StChargePoint Network2J1772public
ALISTER SQUARE2 ALISTER UNIT 2122 S Alister StChargePoint Network2J1772public
Amelia's Landing Hotel105 N Alister StNon-Networked2J1772public
Cinnamon Shore - Tesla Destination5009 TX-361Tesla Destination4TESLApublic
Hampton Inn & Suites Port Aransas - Tesla Destination2208 State Hwy 361Tesla Destination4J1772 TESLApublic

Cell Towers in Port Aransas

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
COUNTY ROAD 85 (46169)LTOWER85
COUNTY ROAD 85 (46169)LTOWER85
100 E. Ireland Rd. (46219)MTOWER57
100 E. IRELAND RD. (46219)MTOWER57
100 E. IRELAND RD. (46219)MTOWER57
100 E. IRELAND RD. (46219)MTOWER57
100 E. IRELAND RD. (46219)MTOWER57
100 E. IRELAND RD. (46219)MTOWER57
100 E. IRELAND RD. (46219)MTOWER57
726-A WILLIAMS RDLTOWER56
726-A WILLIAMS RDLTOWER56
420 E COTTON AVE (46192)MTOWER49
420 E COTTON AVE (46192)MTOWER49
420 E COTTON AVEMTOWER49
420 E COTTON AVEMTOWER49
725 MAIN STREET (46959)MTOWER47
725 E Main Street (46959)MTOWER47
725 E Main Street (46959)MTOWER47
15820 SPID (Park Rd)MTOWER40
15820 SPID (Park Rd)MTOWER40
15815 South Padre Island Drive CP54XC328MTOWER40
15815 South Padre Island Drive CP54XC328MTOWER40
2017 DAVIDSON ROADMTOWER38
2017 DAVIDSON ROADMTOWER38
208 WEST AVENUE C (64223)MTOWER37
208 WEST AVENUE C (64223)MTOWER37
208 West Avenue CMTOWER37
208 West Avenue CMTOWER37
1520 OMOHUNDRO STREETMTOWER33
13402-B WHITECAP BOULEVARDLTOWER26
13402-B WHITECAP BOULEVARDLTOWER26
13402-B WHITECAP BOULEVARDLTOWER26
13402-B WHITECAP BOULEVARD (64224)LTOWER25
13402-B WHITECAP BOULEVARD (64224)LTOWER25
13402-B WHITECAP BOULEVARD (64224)LTOWER25

Bridges in Port Aransas

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20101,5205,268G

Superfund Sites Near Port Aransas

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
GREGORY POWER FACILITYHWY 361 EAST (REYNOLDS METALS PLANT)SAN PATRICIO

Airports Near Port Aransas

33 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Corpus Christi International AirportCRPMedium Airport
Kingsville Naval Air StationNQIMedium Airport
Naval Air Station Corpus Christi Truax FieldNGPMedium Airport
Airforce Turbine Service Private AirportSmall Airport
Alfred C 'Bubba' Thomas AirportSmall Airport
Aransas County AirportRKPSmall Airport
Beeville Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Big Duke's Place AirportSmall Airport
Bishop-Windham AirportSmall Airport
Cabaniss Field Naval Outlying Landing FieldNGWSmall Airport
Chase Field Industrial AirportNIRSmall Airport
Daniel Flying Services AirportSmall Airport
Dean AirportSmall Airport
HFS AirportSmall Airport
High Man Tower AirstripSmall Airport
Hunt AirportSmall Airport
Ingleside Regional AirportSmall Airport
J A Knolle AirportSmall Airport
Kalt Ranch AirportSmall Airport
La Buena Vida AirportSmall Airport
La Salle Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Magee AirportSmall Airport
Mellon Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Mustang Beach AirportSmall Airport
National Wildlife Refuge AirportMGISmall Airport
Nueces County AirportSmall Airport
O'Connor TJ FieldSmall Airport
Rabb Dusting Inc AirportSmall Airport
Rooke FieldRFGSmall Airport
San Jose Island AirportSmall Airport
Tanner's AirportSmall Airport
Waldron Field Naval Outlying Landing FieldSmall Airport
Whatley Flying Service AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Port Aransas

8 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Aransas County Sheriff's Department
Aransas County Sheriff's Office
Aransas Pass Police Department600 West Cleveland
Gregory Police Department
Ingleside Police Department
Port Aransas Police Department705 West Avenue A
Portland Police Department
Rockport Police Department

Grocery Stores in Port Aransas

7 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
CVS Pharmacy 10268Other710 Hwy 361
Dollar General 19805Other1815 Hwy 361
Lowe's Family Center 116Grocery Store418 S Alister St
STRIPES 40789Convenience Store318 E Avenue G
STRIPES 40793Convenience Store3501 State Highway 361
STRIPES 40798Convenience Store511 W Cotter Ave
Stripes No. 2114Convenience Store701 S Alister St

Post Offices in Port Aransas

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
USPS1211 State Highway 361

Treatment Centers in Port Aransas

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Coastal Plains Community CenterBoth361-777-3991

DOL Wage Violations in Port Aransas

14 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $62,361 in back wages owed to 280 employees.

14
Violations
$62,361
Back Wages Owed
280
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Holiday Inn Express IHG 78373 1 $18,988 $760 25
MacDaddy's Family Kitchen 78373 1 $7,910 $64 123
Aransas Princess Condominiums 78373 1 $7,084 $1,181 6
The Cart Store 78373 1 $5,372 $358 15
La Barrataria Restaurant 78373 1 $5,132 $733 7
Virginia's on The Bay 78373 1 $4,657 $129 36
Moby Dick's Restaurant 78373 1 $2,919 $162 18
Ed the Beachcomers Restaurant 78373 1 $2,485 $497 5
Lisabella's 78373 1 $2,342 $293 8
GALT Construction 78373 1 $2,207 $2,207 1
Family Center IGA 78373 1 $1,817 $165 11
Vets Securing America Inc. 78373 2 $1,060 $53 20
Port A Escapes 78373 1 $340 $85 4
Island Construction LP. 78373 1 $48 $48 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Port Aransas

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
COMMUNITY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH113 S ALISTER ST
SAINT JOSEPH CATHOLIC PARISH PORT ARANSAS TEXASPO BOX 1546
SANDCASTLE MINISTRIES CHURCH206 GLENDALE ST
TRINITY-BY-THE-SEA EPISCOPAL CHURCHPO BOX 346

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Frequently Asked Questions About Port Aransas

What is the population of Port Aransas?

Port Aransas has a population of 3,141 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 350 people per square mile, spread across 9.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 53.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Port Aransas expensive to live in?

Port Aransas 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 $88,311, 18% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $490,200 (74% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $2,226 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Port Aransas safe?

Port Aransas is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 164 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,812 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Port Aransas receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Port Aransas?

Port Aransas has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 330 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Port Aransas?

The job market in Port Aransas is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,163. There are 8,568 business establishments in the area, including 982 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 15 minutes, and 11.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Port Aransas?

The median home value in Port Aransas is $490,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $561,392. For renters, the median monthly rent is $2,226. Fair market rent is $935 for a 1-bedroom and $1,149 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 73.3%. The average annual property tax is $8,321.

How are the schools in Port Aransas?

Schools in Port Aransas score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 37.1% of adults in Port Aransas hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. 12.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Port Aransas?

The obesity rate in Port Aransas is 35.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 13.4% of adults are smokers. 21.5% are physically inactive. 24.5% of residents report depression. 11.2% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 92.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,266.

What is transportation like in Port Aransas?

The average commute in Port Aransas is 15 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 69.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 11.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Port Aransas?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Port Aransas is 88.1% White, 0.9% Black or African American, 2.7% Hispanic or Latino. 96.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.1% speak Spanish. 7.2% of the population are military veterans. 10.4% of residents have a disability. 84.3% have health insurance coverage.

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