Port Aransas, TX
Full City Profile · Texas · Nueces County County
Port Aransas, TX
At a Glance
How Port Aransas Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Port Aransas's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Port Aransas a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Port Aransas residents earn a median household income of $88,311 , which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $67,711. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 8,568 business establishments, including 982 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Port Aransas is $490,200 , 74% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $546,579. Median rent is $2,226/month, with 40.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 97.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1989.
Safety & Crime
Port Aransas reports 357 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 6% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 5,056/100K.
Education
37.1% of adults in Port Aransas hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% above the national average). 94.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Port Aransas has an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 51.