Port Neches, TX

Texas · Cameron Parish · Lake Charles Metro

Port Neches is a small city in Texas with a population of 13,627. Residents earn $84,335 per year, which is 12% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0

B Good

13,627 Population 1,586/sq mi density

$84,335 Median Income $43,900 per capita

$231,000 Home Value $231,838 Zillow

$1,116 Median Rent 27.0% income on rent

70°F Avg Temperature 317 sunny days/yr

289 Violent Crime/100K 1,546 property/100K

Overall

3.4 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

4.4 / 5.0

$84,335 median income, 3.7% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$231,000 home value, $1,116/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

289 violent crimes/100K (24% below avg)

Education

3.3 / 5.0

28.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $84,335

12% higher than US avg

Home Value $231,000

18% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 289/100K

24% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 28.7%

15% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,116

4% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 33.9%

6% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.7%

3% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 6.0%

52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population13,627

Median Age39.6 yrs

Density1,586/mi²

Male / Female47% / 53%

Largest GroupWhite 86%

Veterans7.7%

Economy

Median Income$84,335

Per Capita$43,900

Unemployment3.7%

Poverty6.0%

County GDP$1,057M

Commute18 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$231,000

Rent$1,116

Ownership72.1%

Zillow$231,838

Housing Units5,626

Rent Burden27.0%

Crime

Violent289/100K

Property1,546/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault234/100K

Burglary273/100K

Health

Obesity33.9%

Uninsured12.2%

Smoking12.5%

Depression24.1%

Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp70°F (21°C)

AQI42 (Good)

Rain62.1 in/yr

Sunny Days317/yr

Elevation8 ft (2 m)

Education

Bachelor's+28.7%

High School+91.9%

Graduate+9.9%

School Score5.14

Community

2024 VoteR 93% / D 7%

Commute18 min

Broadband90.4%

EV Stations2

Libraries7

Is Port Neches a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Port Neches receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Port Neches offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Port Neches is $84,335, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Port Neches is $231,000, 18% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,116 per month. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Port Neches is below the national average at 289 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,546 per 100,000, 21% below the national average.

Education

28.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Port Neches enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 317 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 62.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Port Neches has a population of 13,627 with a density of 1,586 people per square mile, spread across 9.1 square miles. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.9% female and 47.1% male. The city is predominantly White (85.9%), with 1.4% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 92% of residents, while 8% speak Spanish. 7.7% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 10.7% of residents have a disability. 90.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

13,627

Total Population

1,586

People / sq mi

39.6yrs

Median Age

2% above US avg

9.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%

Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Port Neches vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 92.0%

17% above US avg

Spanish 8.0%

40% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Port Neches vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Port Neches is $84,335, which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,900 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $2,237, 56% higher than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 158 business establishments, including 7 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 3.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Port Neches vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$84,335
	12% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$43,900
Avg Weekly Wage	$2,237
IRS Avg AGI	$79,721
Gini Index	0.373 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.7%
	3% above US avg
Poverty Rate	6.0%
	52% below US avg
Establishments (County)	158
County GDP	$1,057M

Business (County)

Restaurants	7
Healthcare	3
Retail	15
Manufacturing	4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,500
	29% below US avg
Cost of Living	97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	17.5 min
Drive Alone	82.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Port Neches is $231,000, 18% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $231,838. Homes sell for 102% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $1,116 (4% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $935 for a one-bedroom to $1,149 for a two-bedroom apartment. 72.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 5,626 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1974. The average annual property tax is $2,500 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 27.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$231,000
	18% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$231,838
Median List Price	$274,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$274,500
$/Sq Ft	$151
Homes Sold	22
Sale-to-List Ratio	102.0%
Price Drops	14.7%
Inventory	34

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,116
	4% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,600
Rent Burden	27.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	72.1%
Owner-Occupied	72.1%
Renter-Occupied	27.9%
Housing Units	5,626
Median Year Built	1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,500
	29% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.08%

In Port Neches, 33.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.3% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 4.9% of residents, below the national average. 29.7% have high blood pressure. 12.5% are current smokers. 19.9% report binge drinking. 21.8% are physically inactive. 24.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.0% experience frequent mental distress. 12.2% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,540. 78.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.7 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	33.9%
	6% above US avg
Diabetes	9.3%
Heart Disease	4.9%
High Blood Pressure	29.7%
Asthma	10.1%
COPD	5.5%
Cancer	7.0%
Stroke	2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	12.5%
	11% below US avg
Binge Drinking	19.9%
Physical Inactivity	21.8%
Depression	24.1%
Mental Distress	18.0%
Physical Distress	11.9%
Short Sleep	34.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	90.3%
Uninsured	12.2%
	42% above US avg
Primary Care	1:2,540
Mental Health	1:4,768
Checkup Rate	72.8%
Dental Visits	62.9%
Premature Death	7,694/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.7/10
Exercise Access	78.4%
Healthcare Facilities	3

Port Neches has a violent crime rate of 289 per 100,000 residents, 24% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 234.2 per 100,000, robbery at 7.8, rape at 46.9. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,546 per 100,000, 21% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,140, burglary at 273, vehicle theft at 133 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Port Neches receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	288.9/100K
	24% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	46.9/100K
Robbery	7.8/100K
Assault	234.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,545.9/100K
	21% below US avg
Burglary	273.3/100K
Theft	1,139.9/100K
Vehicle Theft	132.7/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Port Neches enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 54°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 317 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 62.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 8 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

54°F Jan (12°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)

Annual Average	69.9°F
	29% above US avg
January Average	54°F (12°C)
July Average	84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days	317 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	8 ft (2 m)
Area	9.1 sq mi (23.6 km²)
Population Density	1,586/sq mi
Coordinates	29.9608°N, 93.9618°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Cameron Parish County
Nearest Airport	Jack Brooks Regional (BPT) 4 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 62.1"

64% above US avg

Wettest Month (Sep) 6.10"

Driest Month (Mar) 3.31"

Air Quality

AQI Median	42.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Very Low
Risk Score	33.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability	45.4 / 100
Community Resilience	98.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Low
Hurricane	Relatively Moderate
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Relatively Low
Flood	Very Low
Hail	Very Low
Strong Wind	Very Low
Heat Wave	Very Low
Winter Weather	Very Low
Lightning	Relatively High
Ice Storm	Very Low
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Very Low
Landslide	Very Low
Coastal Flood	Relatively High

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Hurricane History

19 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Francine (2024, Cat 2).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2024	Francine	Category 2	236 km
2024	Beryl	Category 1	210 km
2021	Nicholas	Category 1	212 km
2020	Laura	Category 4	66 km
2020	Delta	Category 3	85 km
2019	Barry	Category 1	175 km
2008	Ike	Category 2	95 km
2008	Gustav	Category 2	202 km
2007	Humberto	Category 1	8 km
2005	Rita	Category 4	17 km
2003	Claudette	Category 1	230 km
2002	Lili	Category 3	160 km
1992	Andrew	Category 4	218 km
1989	Jerry	Category 1	131 km
1989	Chantal	Category 1	58 km
1986	Bonnie	Category 1	33 km
1985	Juan	Category 1	119 km
1985	Danny	Category 1	122 km
1983	Alicia	Category 3	144 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

526 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 14 fatalities, 367 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Nov 7, 1957	EF4	27 km	1
Dec 28, 2024	EF3	79 km	0
Jan 1, 1999	EF3	47 km	0
Nov 21, 1992	EF3	94 km	0
May 20, 1984	EF3	62 km	0
May 20, 1983	EF3	42 km	0
Jan 31, 1983	EF3	25 km	0
May 13, 1982	EF3	61 km	1
Oct 28, 1974	EF3	54 km	1
Apr 17, 1973	EF3	83 km	0
Apr 17, 1973	EF3	37 km	0
Feb 12, 1971	EF3	79 km	0
Oct 11, 1970	EF3	9 km	0
May 27, 1969	EF3	74 km	3
Mar 23, 1969	EF3	37 km	0
Sep 12, 1961	EF3	77 km	0
Nov 7, 1957	EF3	8 km	0
Nov 7, 1957	EF3	3 km	2
May 13, 2024	EF2	68 km	0
Apr 10, 2024	EF2	9 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: TIGER ISLAND (30,959 ac, 2023).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2023	TIGER ISLAND	30,959	98 km
2023	LASBR-BIL-FY23-RX-PRESCRIBED FIRE	18,392	49 km
2007	08 UNIT 1 RX	16,981	46 km
2002	BAYOU COMPLEX	15,744	44 km
1993	PF UNIT 5	15,059	24 km
2010	MCR UNIT 2 RX	14,471	39 km
2000	E WHITES 2	13,996	43 km
2007	UNIT 5	13,959	28 km
2012	WF HOLIDAY 1-2	13,251	42 km
1990	U 2 PF 90 1	12,490	40 km
2005	UNIT 4 05 01	11,749	39 km
2003	UNNAMED	11,431	28 km
2005	RX UNIT 12 1117 2005	10,728	43 km
2011	SABINE WEST - 2011 (UNIT 3)	10,195	37 km
1997	WILD COW BAY	10,069	28 km
2020	TXMCR-FY20-RX-W	10,033	33 km
2014	PINTAIL	9,498	46 km
2023	H AND H COMPLEX	9,476	19 km
1992	UNNAMED	9,344	42 km
2003	UNIT 8 WILDFIRE	9,076	28 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	54°F (12°C)	5.0 in	Coldest
February	55°F (13°C)	3.5 in
March	62°F (17°C)	3.3 in	Driest
April	68°F (20°C)	3.5 in
May	75°F (24°C)	5.4 in
June	81°F (27°C)	5.8 in
July	84°F (29°C)	5.5 in	Warmest
August	83°F (28°C)	5.3 in
September	79°F (26°C)	6.1 in	Wettest
October	70°F (21°C)	4.3 in
November	61°F (16°C)	4.6 in
December	55°F (13°C)	4.9 in

Port Neches has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 54°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 56.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.1") and March the driest (3.3").

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Port Neches is located in Cameron Parish County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 28.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 15% below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. 9.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 92.8% of the vote, a 86.3-point margin. 90.4% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 7 public libraries serving the community. 3 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 82.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 92.8%

D 6.5%

Winner: Republican by 86.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	28.7%
	15% below US avg
High School+	91.9%
Graduate Degree+	9.9%
School Test Score	5.14

B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	1,586/sq mi
Total Area	9.1 sq mi
County	Cameron Parish County

Services

Broadband Access	90.4%
Avg Download Speed	17.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	1.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed	100 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	2
Alt Fuel Stations	2
Public Libraries	7
Healthcare Facilities	3
Restaurants	7
Retail Stores	15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	17.5 min
Drive Alone	82.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.9%

Average costs for common services in Port Neches. 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)

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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	$664
Toddler	$638
Preschool	$610
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$592
Toddler	$592
Preschool	$592

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Cameron Parish

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	1,322	9	$209,164	4.01
Construction	1,262	29	$79,735	6.00
Transportation & Warehousing	205	18	$102,281	1.21
Retail Trade	119	13	$22,869	0.30
Administrative & Waste Services	106	10	$74,319	0.45
Health Care & Social Assistance	53	6	$62,250	0.09
Agriculture & Forestry	38	4	$67,390	1.17
Mining & Oil/Gas	22	5	$106,609	1.45
Other Services	18	4	$58,102	0.15
Professional & Technical Services	13	11	$194,437	0.05

Schools in Port Neches

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
PORT NECHES-GROVES H S	High	1,627	114	14.3:1
PORT NECHES MIDDLE	Middle	599	41	14.6:1
RIDGEWOOD EL	Elementary	431	25	17.2:1
PORT NECHES EL	Elementary	378	28	13.5:1
WOODCREST EL	Elementary	311	22	14.1:1

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Radio Stations near Port Neches

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
News Talk 560 KLVI	news, talk	AAC
Radio Free Texas	americana, country	MP3 128 kbps

National Parks Near Port Neches

6 national parks and monuments found near Port Neches.

Park	Type	Fee
Big Thicket National Preserve	National Preserve	Free
Davis Hill State Park	State Park	Free
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park	State Park	Free
Sam Houston Jones State Park District II	State Park	Free
Sea Rim State Park	State Park	Free
Village Creek State Park	State Park	Free

Museums in Port Neches

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
ART MUSEUM OF SOUTHEAST TEXAS	ART MUSEUM		4098323432	$821,310
MUSEUM OF THE GULF COAST	GENERAL MUSEUM		4099827000	$635,960
POMPEIIAN VILLA	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4099835977	$635,960
PORT ARTHUR HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4099835977	$635,960
TEXAS ENERGY MUSEUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		4098335100	$496,817
BEAUMONT HERITAGE SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	2240 CALDER AVENUE	4098324010	$380,131
HERITAGE HOUSE OF ORANGE COUNTY ASSOCIATION	HISTORY MUSEUM		4098865385	$107,020
TEXAS ENERGY MUSEUM FOUNDATION	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	600 MAIN ST	4098335100	$96,367
BEAUMONT CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	701 MAIN STREET		$80,510
BEAUMONT ART LEAGUE	ART MUSEUM	2675 GULF AVE	4098334179	$49,175
FIRE MUSEUM OF TEXAS ASSOCIATION	GENERAL MUSEUM	400 WALNUT @ MULBERRY STREET	4098803927	$43,594
BABE DIDRIKSON ZAHARIAS FOUNDATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1750 IH-10 E	4098334622
BEAUMONT POLICE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		4098803825
CLIFTON STEAMBOAT MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	8727 HIGHWAY 124	4098423162
CORMIER PAUL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		4097357300
DISHMAN ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		4098808141
EDISON PLAZA MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		4098393089
FIRE MUSEUM OF TEXAS	GENERAL MUSEUM		4098803927
HISTORICAL MUSEUM OF BRIDGE CITY TX	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4097355671
MCFADDIN-WARD HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4098321906
NEDERLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1500 BOSTON AVE	4097276952
ORDER OF THE FIRST FAMILIES OF NEW HAMPSHIRE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SHANGRI LA BOTANICAL GARDENS AND NATURE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	2111 W PARK AVE	4096709113
SPINDLETOP - GLADYS CITY BOOMTOWN MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		4098801750
STARK MUSEUM OF ART	ART MUSEUM		4098862787
TEXAS ARTISTS MUSEUM SOCIETY	GENERAL MUSEUM
TEXAS MILITARY HONORS TEAM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
W H STARK HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4098830871
WINDMILL AND FRENCH MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		4097231545

Libraries in Port Neches

Name	Address	Annual Visits
BEAUMONT PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM	801 PEARL ST	351,313
PORT ARTHUR PUBLIC LIBRARY	4615 9TH AVE	139,964
EFFIE & WILTON HEBERT PUBLIC LIBRARY	2025 MERRIMAN ST	98,116
MARION & ED HUGHES PUBLIC LIBRARY	2712 NEDERLAND AVE	68,197
ORANGE PUBLIC LIBRARY	220 5TH ST	61,643
GROVES PUBLIC LIBRARY	5600 W WASHINGTON ST	48,293
VIDOR PUBLIC LIBRARY	440 E BOLIVAR ST	31,256
BRIDGE CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY	101 PARKSIDE DR	24,149

Farmers Markets in Port Neches

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Beaumont Farmers' Market		02/18/2017 to 12/16/2017	Sat: 8:00 AM-11:00 AM;		Visit
Jefferson County Master Gardeners	S.E. Regional Airport

Breweries in Port Neches

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Texas Coffee Co	Beverage Manufacturers, Coffee & Tea Manufacturers, Coffee Mills, Grocery Stores & Supermarkets, Bre	3297 S M L King Jr Pkwy	4098353434	Visit

Pharmacies in Port Neches

2 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
MARKET BASKET - 17	864 MAGNOLIA AVENUE	409-722-0411
WALGREENS - 3507	2126 NALL STREET	409-727-1426

Cell Towers in Port Neches

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
4427 S 8TH AVE	TOWER	189
4427 S 8TH AVE	TOWER	189
6576 Gulf Beach Hwy (035769 / Johnson Bayou)	TOWER	105
6576 Gulf Beach Hwy (035769 / Johnson Bayou)	TOWER	105
1500 East Railroad	TOWER	94
4490 WALEA DRIVE	TOWER	87
10894 #1 Highway 12 (64059)	GTOWER	82
10894 #1 Highway 12 (64059)	GTOWER	82
2910 ENNER RD	GTOWER	79
2910 ENNER RD	GTOWER	79
120 GILLHAM CIRCLE	LTOWER	77
120 GILLHAM CIRCLE	LTOWER	77
343 Stark	TOWER	70
4450 Old Highway 87 (82476)	LTOWER	61
4450 Old Highway 87 (82476)	LTOWER	61
1.45 m SW of the inter of SR87 & SR1442	TOWER	58
(CW Site) 10967 Hwy 12	TOWER	58
1.45 m SW of the inter of SR87 & SR1442	TOWER	58
Port Arthur Site 5225 TWIN CITY HWY. (STATE HWY. 347)	TOWER	58
6114 SOUTH GULFWAY	TOWER	57
6114 South Gulfway (64054)	GTOWER	55
6114 South Gulfway (64054)	GTOWER	55
(Rhodair site) 2677 West Hwy 365	TOWER	50
3215 E. Roundbunch Rd. (273659)	MTOWER	49
3215 E. Roundbunch Rd. (273659)	MTOWER	49

Fire Stations in Port Neches

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Port Neches Fire Department	606 Magnolia AVE	Mostly career			409-722-5885

Power Plants Near Port Neches

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
JCO OXIDES OLEFINS PLANT	NATURAL GAS FIRED COMBUSTION TURBINE	221112	-93.9	OP
PORT NECHES PLANT	NATURAL GAS FIRED COMBUSTION TURBINE	221112	-94.0	OP

Bridges in Port Neches

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1990	278	43,913	F
Other	Prestressed concrete	2010	160	42,563	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1963	210	40,430	F
Culvert	Concrete	1961	55	28,176	F
Culvert	Concrete	1961	28	28,176	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1999	256	23,757	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1960	140	23,757	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2001	164	23,444	G
Culvert	Concrete	2015	25	23,444	G
Culvert	Concrete	1956	32	22,034	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1965	283	17,969	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1961	200	14,530	F
Culvert	Concrete	1983	26	14,456	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1983	60	14,456	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1983	197	14,456	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1993	86	13,706	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1961	200	13,645	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2013	308	13,582	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1960	200	13,582	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1960	280	13,420	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2001	990	13,325	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1981	50	13,043	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1981	90	12,930	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1981	90	12,930	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1981	50	9,620	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1983	477	9,485	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Concrete	1961	243	9,055	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1983	495	9,041	F
Other	Prestressed concrete	2010	88	8,969	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1963	80	8,457	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1965	283	8,080	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1980	86	6,853	G
Other	Prestressed concrete	2010	160	6,219	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1981	50	3,597	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1981	50	3,597	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1981	50	2,591	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1981	50	2,591	G
Culvert	Concrete	1977	30	2,340	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2018	40	2,219	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1961	200	2,030	F
Other	Prestressed concrete	1970	34	1,740	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1980	135	1,522	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1989	110	1,145	G
Other	Prestressed concrete	1978	28	1,080	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1984	90	724	G
Other	Prestressed concrete	2021	40	100	G
Other	Prestressed concrete	2021	35	100	G
Culvert	Steel	2021	28	100	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2020	35	100	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2020	35	100	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2020	35	100	G
Culvert	Concrete	2020	33	100	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2020	35	100	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2020	35	100	G

Amtrak Stations in Port Neches

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Beaumont, TX	2555 West Cedar Street	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Port Neches

8 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
ARKEMA INC. - BEAUMONT PLANT	2810 GULF STATES ROAD	JEFFERSON
BASF TOTALENERGIES PETROCHEMICALS LLC	7501 GULFWAY DR	JEFFERSON
CHEMOURS - BEAUMONT WORKS	5470 N TWIN CITY HWY	JEFFERSON
DOW - SABINE RIVER OPERATIONS	2735 FM RD 1006	ORANGE
EXXONMOBIL BEAUMONT REFINERY	1795 BURT ST	JEFFERSON
EXXONMOBIL BEAUMONT REFINERY	1795 BURT ST	JEFFERSON
TOTAL PORT ARTHUR REFINERY	2555 SAVANNAH AVE	JEFFERSON
WEST PORT ARTHUR TANK FAR	21 ROOSEVELT AVE	JEFFERSON

Airports Near Port Neches

36 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Jack Brooks Regional Airport	BPT	Medium Airport
Lake Charles Regional Airport	LCH	Medium Airport
Beaumont Municipal Airport	BMT	Small Airport
Blewett Airport	—	Small Airport
Cameron Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Chambers County Airport	—	Small Airport
Chambers County Winnie Stowell Airport	—	Small Airport
Chesson Airport	—	Small Airport
Circle C Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
De Quincy Industrial Airpark	—	Small Airport
Eagle Air Airport	—	Small Airport
Ezer Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Fitzgerald Field	—	Small Airport
Griffith Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Habetz Airport	—	Small Airport
Hawthorne Field	—	Small Airport
Jenkins Airport	—	Small Airport
Kelley Crop Service Airport	—	Small Airport
Kirbyville Airport	—	Small Airport
Kml Airport	—	Small Airport
Liberty Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
O'Brien Flying Services Airport	—	Small Airport
Open A-1 Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Orange County Airport	—	Small Airport
Rattlesnake Bend Airport	—	Small Airport
Reynolds Airport	—	Small Airport
Seafood Warehouse Park Airport	—	Small Airport
Smith Aviation Airport	—	Small Airport
Southland Field	—	Small Airport
Stonecipher Airport	—	Small Airport
Texas Menhaden Strip	—	Small Airport
Tiki Beach Bar & Grill Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Tri-County Air Service Airport	—	Small Airport
Wilber Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Wildwood Airport	—	Small Airport
XL Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Port Neches

25 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Beaumont Police Department
Beaumont Police Department
Beaumont Police Department
Beaumont Police Department	255 College Street
Beaumont Police Department - Internal Affairs
Beaumont Police Department - Traffic
Bridge City Police Department
Groves Police Department
Jefferson County Sheriff's Office
Jefferson County Sheriff's Office
Nederland Police Department
Nederland Police Station
Orange County Sheriff	205 Border Street
Orange County Sheriff's Office
Orange County Sheriff's Office
Orange County Sheriff's Office - Civil Division
Orange County Sheriff's Office - Constable Precinct 3
Orange Police Department
Orange Police Department - Citizen Service
Pinehurst Police Department
Port Arthur Police Department - Investigations
Port Neches Police Department
University Police
Vidor Police Department
West Orange Police Department

Grocery Stores in Port Neches

19 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Ancelet's Cajun Market	Other	7901 N Twin City Hwy
CVS Pharmacy CVS11379	Other	8484 Central Mall Dr
Cypress Plaza	Convenience Store	3002 Nall St
DOLLAR GENERAL 22053	Other	726 Magnolia Ave
Dollar General 23691	Other	1850 Port Neches Ave
Exxpress Mart 19	Convenience Store	2920 Jimmy Johnson Blvd
Exxpress Mart 6	Convenience Store	3181 Saba Ln
Family Dollar 11999	Other	7550 9th Ave
Family Dollar 5133	Other	1519 Magnolia Ave
HEB 589	Supermarket	4800 Highway 365
Landmark	Convenience Store	3600 Jimmy Johnson Blvd
Market Basket 17	Supermarket	864 Magnolia Ave
Neches Express	Convenience Store	702 Ridgewood Dr
Panthers 29 00002	Convenience Store	1901 Port Neches Ave
Quick Serve Crawfish Llc	Other	7807 N Twin City Hwy
SUPER STOP 1	Convenience Store	8196 9th Ave
Tiger Mart	Convenience Store	8149 9th Ave
Tri-mart	Convenience Store	2108 Highway 365
Walgreens 3507	Other	2126 Nall St

Post Offices in Port Neches

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Port Neches Post Office

Treatment Centers in Port Neches

6 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Land Manor Inc - Franklin House North Women/Children	Substance Abuse	409-896-5911
Recovery Council Southeast Texas - Unity Treatment Center	Substance Abuse	409-840-9350
Spindletop Center - ATAR	Both	409-839-1033
Spindletop Center - Orange Outpatient Clinic	Substance Abuse	409-839-1000
Spindletop Center - South Co A/D	Substance Abuse	409-839-1033
Texas Treatment Services LLC	Substance Abuse	409-813-2206

Churches & Religious Organizations in Port Neches

10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
A CHURCH OF JESUS THE LAMB OF GOD	601 VICTOR DR
BETHEL MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH	2705 ELIZABETH ST
CENTRAL BAPTIST CHURCH	903 AVENUE B
FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD	PO BOX 997
HAPPY READING MINISTRIES INC	648 MEADOWGREEN DR
HOLISTIC CHRISTIAN MINISTRY INC	PO BOX 1222
HOLY TRINITY EPISCOPAL CHURCH	2425 NALL ST
MAGNOLIA ASSEMBLY OF GOD	PO BOX 97
PORT NECHES CHURCH OF CHRIST	PO BOX 176
UNITED CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP-PORT NECHES	1613 WELCH AVE

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Frequently Asked Questions About Port Neches

What is the population of Port Neches?

Port Neches has a population of 13,627 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 1,586 people per square mile, spread across 9.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.6 years. The population is 52.9% female and 47.1% male.

Is Port Neches expensive to live in?

Port Neches 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 $84,335, 12% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $231,000 (18% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,116 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Port Neches safe?

Port Neches is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 289 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,546 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Port Neches receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Port Neches?

Port Neches enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 54°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 317 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 62.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Port Neches?

Port Neches has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $2,237. There are 158 business establishments in the area, including 7 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 3.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Port Neches?

The median home value in Port Neches is $231,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $231,838. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,116. Fair market rent is $935 for a 1-bedroom and $1,149 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 72.1%. The average annual property tax is $2,500.

How are the schools in Port Neches?

Schools in Port Neches score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 28.7% of adults in Port Neches hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. 9.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Port Neches?

The obesity rate in Port Neches is 33.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 12.5% of adults are smokers. 21.8% are physically inactive. 24.1% of residents report depression. 12.2% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 78.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,540.

What is transportation like in Port Neches?

The average commute in Port Neches is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 82.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Port Neches?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Port Neches is 85.9% White, 0.9% Black or African American, 1.4% Hispanic or Latino. 92% of residents speak only English at home, while 8% speak Spanish. 7.7% of the population are military veterans. 10.7% of residents have a disability. 90.3% have health insurance coverage.

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