Texas · Metropolitan Area
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.
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, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, high housing costs. Port Aransas offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
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.
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.
With 727 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 7,966 per 100,000, 306% above the national average.
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.
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. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 96.9% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.1% |
| 77% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $88,311 |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $67,711 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,163 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,680 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 4.4% |
| 65% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 8,568 |
| County GDP | $27,852M |
| Restaurants | 982 |
| Healthcare | 1,105 |
| Retail | 1,058 |
| Manufacturing | 167 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,321 |
| 138% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.70% |
| Commute Time | 14.6 min |
| Work from Home | 11.1% |
| Census Median | $490,200 |
| 74% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $561,392 |
| Census Median Rent | $2,226 |
| 91% above US avg |
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
| Owner-Occupied | 73.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,321 |
| 138% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.70% |
| Obesity | 35.3% |
| 10% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.0% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 22.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.5% |
| Depression | 24.5% |
| Mental Distress | 17.9% |
| Physical Distress | 12.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 84.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 73.5% |
| Premature Death | 10,927/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 92.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,105 |
| Total Violent | 726.5/100K |
| 91% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 155.7/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 570.8/100K |
| Total Property | 7,965.8/100K |
| 306% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,063.8/100K |
| Theft | 6,564.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 337.3/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 38 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 71.9°F |
| 33% above US avg | |
| January Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 35.6 inches |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Area | 9.0 sq mi (23.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 350/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 27.8209°N, 97.0892°W |
| County FIPS | 48355 |
Winner: Republican by 11.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 37.1% |
| 10% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 94.7% |
| School Test Score | 5.10 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 350/sq mi |
| Total Area | 9.0 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 5 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 5 |
| Public Libraries | 10 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,105 |
| Restaurants | 982 |
| Retail Stores | 1,058 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 38 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 14.6 min |
| Work from Home | 11.1% |