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Rockport, TX

Texas · Refugio County

Rockport is a small city in Texas with a population of 10,449. Residents earn $63,303 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
10,449 Population 631/sq mi density
$63,303 Median Income $49,269 per capita
$288,600 Home Value $299,838 Zillow
$1,306 Median Rent 40.3% income on rent
72°F Avg Temperature 300 sunny days/yr
240 Violent Crime/100K 4,063 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$63,303 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$288,600 home value, $1,306/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
240 violent crimes/100K (37% below avg)
B+
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $63,303
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $288,600
2% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 240/100K
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.4%
11% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,306
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.2%
26% lower than US avg

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

People

Population10,449
Median Age50.3 yrs
Density631/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans9.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$63,303
Per Capita$49,269
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty9.2%
County GDP$484M
Commute22 min

Housing

A
Home Value$288,600
Rent$1,306
Ownership70.5%
Zillow$299,838
Housing Units7,070
Rent Burden40.3%

Crime

F
Violent240/100K
Property4,063/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault157/100K
Burglary977/100K

Health

Obesity35.1%
Uninsured16.0%
Smoking14.4%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain36.4 in/yr
Sunny Days300/yr
Elevation14 ft (4 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+37.4%
High School+93.9%
Graduate+13.6%
School Score4.93

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute22 min
Broadband91.9%
EV Stations8
Libraries1

Is Rockport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rockport receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Rockport offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rockport is $63,303, 16% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rockport is $288,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,306 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Rockport is below the national average at 240 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,063 per 100,000, 107% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Rockport has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 300 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Rockport has a population of 10,449 with a density of 631 people per square mile, spread across 16.6 square miles. The median age is 50.3 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 48.5% male. The city is predominantly White (82.6%), with 2.1% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 84.2% of residents, while 15.8% speak Spanish. 9.1% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 15.3% of residents have a disability. 92.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

10,449
Total Population
631
People / sq mi
50.3yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
16.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Rockport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 84.2%
7% above US avg
Spanish 15.8%
18% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Rockport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rockport is $63,303, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,269 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,008, 30% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 206 business establishments, including 21 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 20.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Rockport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,303
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,269
Avg Weekly Wage$1,008
IRS Avg AGI$59,379
Gini Index0.460 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.2%
26% below US avg
Establishments (County)206
County GDP$484M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare7
Retail25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,953
16% below US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.2 min
Drive Alone71.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Rockport is $288,600, 2% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $299,838. Homes sell for 97.4% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,306 (12% 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. 70.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 7,070 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1988. The average annual property tax is $2,953 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 40.3% 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 4.6x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$288,600
2% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$299,838
Median List Price$389,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$389,450
$/Sq Ft$185
Homes Sold23
Sale-to-List Ratio97.4%
Price Drops24.1%
Inventory249

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,306
12% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,642
Rent Burden40.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership70.5%
Owner-Occupied70.5%
Renter-Occupied29.5%
Housing Units7,070
Median Year Built1988

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,953
16% below US avg
Effective Rate1.02%
In Rockport, 35.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.7% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.5% of residents. 32.7% have high blood pressure. 14.4% are current smokers. 19.0% report binge drinking. 26.1% are physically inactive. 24.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.3% experience frequent mental distress. 16.0% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:6,756. The dentist ratio is 1:3,316. 12.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.4 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-28)

PM2.5
5.3
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
8.2
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
2.2
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
54.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
0.4
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
109.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: Rockport vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.2%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity26.1%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep38.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.6%
Uninsured16.0%
86% above US avg
Primary Care1:6,756
Dentists1:3,316
Checkup Rate72.5%
Dental Visits56.3%
Premature Death11,423/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access12.5%
Healthcare Facilities7
Rockport has a violent crime rate of 240 per 100,000 residents, 37% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 156.6 per 100,000, robbery at 27.6, rape at 55.3. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 4,063 per 100,000, 107% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,792, burglary at 977, vehicle theft at 295 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 3 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 91 federally declared disasters. Overall, Rockport receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent239.5/100K
37% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape55.3/100K
Robbery27.6/100K
Assault156.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,063.0/100K
107% above US avg
Burglary976.6/100K
Theft2,791.6/100K
Vehicle Theft294.8/100K
Arson18.4/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Rockport has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. The area gets 300 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 36.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 14 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

56°F Jan (13°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average72.4°F
34% above US avg
January Average56°F (13°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Sunny Days300 days/yr

Geography

Elevation14 ft (4 m)
Area16.6 sq mi (42.9 km²)
Population Density631/sq mi
Coordinates28.0476°N, 97.0500°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyRefugio County County
Nearest AirportCorpus Christi International (CRP)
34 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.4"
4% below US avg
Snowfall 0.3"
Wettest Month (Sep) 6.26"
Driest Month (Mar) 1.34"

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score37.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability88.1 / 100
Community Resilience36.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

186 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.5 on Jul 26, 2025.

Oct 20, 2011 14 km SSW of Falls City, Texas M4.8 136 km
Jan 30, 2025 18 km ENE of Falls City, Texas M4.6 137 km
Feb 17, 2024 3 km SSW of Falls City, Texas M4.5 138 km
Feb 17, 2024 3 km S of Falls City, Texas M4.3 138 km
Sep 14, 2023 16 km ENE of Falls City, Texas M4.1 137 km
Apr 9, 1993 21 km NW of Pawnee, Texas M4.1 135 km
May 1, 2018 4 km SSE of Falls City, Texas M4.0 137 km
Apr 7, 2008 7 km SSW of Falls City, Texas M3.9 137 km
Feb 17, 2024 3 km S of Falls City, Texas M3.9 138 km
Feb 22, 2024 3 km E of Falls City, Texas M3.9 138 km
Apr 25, 2010 10 km WNW of Driscoll, Texas M3.9 87 km
Mar 24, 1997 4 km SSE of Alice, Texas M3.8 105 km
Feb 17, 2024 2 km S of Falls City, Texas M3.7 138 km
Feb 12, 2024 3 km S of Falls City, Texas M3.7 138 km
Jul 20, 1991 8 km SSW of Falls City, Texas M3.6 136 km
Jun 16, 2019 5 km SE of Falls City, Texas M3.6 136 km
Jan 6, 2018 17 km SW of Falls City, Texas M3.6 137 km
Feb 23, 2024 2 km ESE of Falls City, Texas M3.5 138 km
May 2, 2024 2 km E of Falls City, Texas M3.5 138 km
Jan 31, 2025 19 km ENE of Falls City, Texas M3.5 137 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Beryl Category 1 114 km
2021 Nicholas Category 1 84 km
2020 Hanna Category 1 130 km
2017 Harvey Category 4 16 km
2008 Dolly Category 2 184 km
2008 Ike Category 2 266 km
2007 Humberto Category 1 271 km
2003 Claudette Category 1 63 km
1999 Bret Category 4 132 km
1989 Jerry Category 1 229 km
1983 Alicia Category 3 217 km
1983 Barry Category 1 291 km
1980 Allen Category 4 182 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

351 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 2 fatalities, 118 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 29, 1976 EF3 66 km 0
Jun 24, 1970 EF3 89 km 1
May 16, 1969 EF3 77 km 0
Nov 5, 1968 EF3 84 km 0
Sep 20, 1967 EF3 3 km 0
Nov 8, 1963 EF3 39 km 0
Oct 22, 1954 EF3 39 km 0
Jun 2, 2010 EF2 7 km 0
Oct 24, 2002 EF2 66 km 1
Aug 10, 1980 EF2 90 km 0
Aug 9, 1980 EF2 34 km 0
Aug 9, 1980 EF2 90 km 0
May 26, 1976 EF2 63 km 0
May 7, 1976 EF2 87 km 0
Apr 28, 1976 EF2 90 km 0
Oct 29, 1972 EF2 69 km 0
May 7, 1972 EF2 76 km 0
Aug 3, 1970 EF2 75 km 0
Aug 3, 1970 EF2 84 km 0
May 12, 1969 EF2 82 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 77 km
2012 6 MILE 12,272 79 km
2024 LAGUNA 24 12,147 78 km
2005 DAISY 10,556 81 km
2012 MATAGORDA B5 7,817 60 km
1988 UNNAMED 6,236 27 km
1999 UNNAMED 4,966 26 km
1986 FIREWORKS 4,733 81 km
2008 POLARIS 4,624 63 km
2008 UNNAMED 4,589 18 km
2018 LIGHTNING14 4,241 93 km
2001 SAVANNAH S 3,866 31 km
2009 FLACA 3,366 93 km
1996 UNNAMED 3,320 24 km
2006 UNNAMED 3,162 60 km
2018 TXMAR-FY18-RX-MATAGORDA ISLAND WUI 3,024 32 km
2019 TXARR-FY19-RX-MATAGORDA G5 2,924 23 km
2009 2009 MI A 5 2,844 30 km
2020 T-10 UNIT 2,821 23 km
2016 MATAGORDA ISLAND WUI FY 2016 2,794 23 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 56°F (13°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 59°F (15°C) 2.1 in
March 65°F (19°C) 1.3 in Driest
April 71°F (22°C) 1.9 in
May 77°F (25°C) 3.7 in
June 82°F (28°C) 3.9 in
July 85°F (30°C) 2.9 in Warmest
August 84°F (29°C) 3.4 in
September 81°F (27°C) 6.3 in Wettest
October 74°F (23°C) 3.6 in
November 65°F (18°C) 2.1 in
December 58°F (15°C) 1.9 in

Rockport has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 56°F in January to 85°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.3") and March the driest (1.3").

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Rockport is located in Refugio County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 37.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 11% above the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. 13.6% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 69.5% of the vote, a 39.6-point margin. 91.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 8 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 7 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 71% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%
D 29.9%

Winner: Republican by 39.6 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.4%
11% above US avg
High School+93.9%
Graduate Degree+13.6%
School Test Score4.93
B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density631/sq mi
Total Area16.6 sq mi
CountyRefugio County County

Services

Broadband Access91.9%
Avg Download Speed87.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed3.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed940 Mbps
EV Charging Stations8
Alt Fuel Stations8
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities7
Restaurants21
Retail Stores25

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.2 min
Drive Alone71.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.1%
Average costs for common services in Rockport. 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$537
Toddler$507
Preschool$498
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$489
Toddler$472
Preschool$463
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Refugio County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Construction 309 18 $59,250 2.60
Retail Trade 269 19 $32,737 1.19
Mining & Oil/Gas 192 19 $105,591 22.43
Real Estate 86 6 $79,083 2.45
Agriculture & Forestry 69 23 $48,039 3.77
Other Services 55 12 $30,338 0.81
Transportation & Warehousing 52 6 $82,755 0.54
Manufacturing 37 4 $76,830 0.20
Finance & Insurance 33 11 $131,739 0.36
Professional & Technical Services 21 4 $53,678 0.13

Schools in Rockport

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
ROCKPORT-FULTON H S High 951 63 15.1:1
LIVE OAK LEARNING CENTER Elementary 729 52 14.0:1
ROCKPORT-FULTON MIDDLE Middle 698 45 15.5:1
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Radio Stations near Rockport

2 stations within ~55 km.

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

National Parks Near Rockport

4 national parks and monuments found near Rockport.

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 Rockport

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
ARANSAS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3617292133
HISTORY CENTER FOR ARANSAS COUNTYHISTORY MUSEUM801 E CEDAR ST AT CHURCH ST3612293607

Libraries in Rockport

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
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
DENNIS M O CONNOR PUBLIC LIBRARY815 COMMERCE ST0.014,062

Farmers Markets in Rockport

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Rockport-Fulton Farmers Market301 DeForest Loop

Hotels in Rockport

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Blue Wave Inn
Fairfield Inn & Suites
Holiday Inn Express & Suites

Restaurants in Rockport

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pizza Hut
Rosita's Taco Shop
The Groove

Dentists in Rockport

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Allwyn Dental

Gas Stations in Rockport

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

H-E-B Fuel
Murphy USA
Valero
Valero

Banks in Rockport

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Wells Fargo

Breweries in Rockport

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

Nursing Homes in Rockport

3 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
ROCKPORT COASTAL CARE CENTER INC
1004 S YOUNG
For profit - Corporation 88 64 3/5 3/5 1/5 3617291228
GULF POINTE PLAZA
1008 ENTERPRISE BLVD
For profit - Partnership 120 76 1/5 1/5 4/5 3617271800
OAK CREST NURSING CENTER
1902 FM 3036
For profit - Corporation 92 73 1/5 1/5 3/5 3617299971

Pharmacies in Rockport

4 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
HEB - 562 1409 HIGHWAY 35 NORTH 361-729-0530
JERRY'S DISCOUNT PHARMACY 2205 STATE HIGHWAY 35 NORTH 361-729-5545
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 440 2401 HIGHWAY 35 NORTH 361-729-9841
WALGREENS - 9205 1309 STATE HIGHWAY 35 NORTH 361-790-8706

EV Charging Stations in Rockport

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Fairfield Inn & Suites Rockport - Tesla Destination2950 Hwy 35 NTesla Destination3J1772 TESLApublic
Hampton Inn & Suites - Tesla Destination3677 TX-35 NTesla Destination2TESLApublic
La Quinta Inn & Suites Rockport - Tesla Destination2921 Hwy 35 NTesla Destination3J1772 TESLApublic
Rockport ER - Tesla Destination400 EnterpriseTesla Destination3J1772 TESLApublic

Cell Towers in Rockport

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
165 HARRIS ROAD (83799)LTOWER59
165 HARRIS ROAD (83799)LTOWER59
165 Harris Road (83799)LTOWER59
6743 HIGHWAY 35 NORTH (78196)LTOWER59
6743 HIGHWAY 35 NORTH (78196)LTOWER59
6743 HIGHWAY 35 NORTH (78196)LTOWER59
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
208 West Avenue CMTOWER37
208 WEST AVENUE C (64223)MTOWER37
208 WEST AVENUE C (64223)MTOWER37
208 West Avenue CMTOWER37
1520 OMOHUNDRO STREETMTOWER33

Fire Stations in Rockport

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Holiday Beach Volunteer Fire Department6779 Highway 35 NVolunteer361-729-3929
Lamar Volunteer Fire Department Inc.302 BOIS D ARC STVolunteer361-790-5102
Rockport Volunteer Fire Department212 Gagon STVolunteer361-729-5392

Bridges in Rockport

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete1996397,240G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19952704,883G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20042904,877G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20042704,774G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20042904,774G
Box Beam (Multiple)Concrete20221002,714G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19851182,500F
CulvertConcrete1950222,314F
CulvertConcrete1950222,314F

Correctional Facilities in Rockport

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
ARANSAS COUNTY DETENTION CENTER301 N LIVE OAK STCOUNTY188212OPEN

Superfund Sites Near Rockport

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

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

Airports Near Rockport

41 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Corpus Christi International AirportCRPMedium 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
Calhoun County AirportSmall Airport
Card AirfieldSmall Airport
Chase Field Industrial AirportNIRSmall Airport
Daniel Flying Services AirportSmall Airport
Dean AirportSmall Airport
Green Lake Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Gritz FieldSmall Airport
HFS AirportSmall Airport
High Man Tower AirstripSmall Airport
Hunt AirportSmall Airport
Ingleside Regional AirportSmall Airport
Kalt Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Kubecka Aviation AirportSmall Airport
La Buena Vida AirportSmall Airport
La Salle Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Lantana Ridge AirportSmall Airport
Magee AirportSmall Airport
Mellon Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Morgenroth AirportSmall Airport
Mustang Beach AirportSmall Airport
National Wildlife Refuge AirportMGISmall Airport
Naval Outlying Landing Field GoliadSmall Airport
Nueces County AirportSmall Airport
O'Connor TJ FieldSmall Airport
Rabb Dusting Inc AirportSmall Airport
Rooke FieldRFGSmall Airport
San Jose Island AirportSmall Airport
Shank N Bank AirportSmall Airport
Sterling AirportSmall Airport
Tanner's AirportSmall Airport
Waldron Field Naval Outlying Landing FieldSmall Airport
Whatley Flying Service AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Rockport

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
Refugio County Sheriff's Office
Rockport Police Department

Grocery Stores in Rockport

18 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
7-Eleven 42356HConvenience Store3588 Highway 35 S
Checkout #70Convenience Store3229 State Highway 35
Circle K 2709048Convenience Store2901 Highway 35 N
Circle K 2740416Convenience Store911 Highway 35 N
Circle K 2741499Convenience Store1802 W Market St
Corner Store 274431Convenience Store1328 Highway 35 S
DOLLAR GENERAL 19720Other832 Business 35 S
DOLLARTREE 10167Other12 Highway 35 N
Family Dollar 12407Other1001 E Market St
HEB 562Supermarket1409 Highway 35 N
Mai's Oriental MarketGrocery Store1622 Fm 3036
Murphy USA 7098Convenience Store2301 Highway 35 N
Quick & SaveConvenience Store902 E Market St
Speedy Stop 123Convenience Store546 Highway 35 S
STRIPES 40795Convenience Store2902 N Hwy 35
Walgreens 09205Other1309 Highway 35 N
Walmart Supercenter 440Super Store2401 Highway 35 N
Waterfront MarketConvenience Store601 Highway 35 S

Post Offices in Rockport

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Rockport Post Office1550 Farm to Market Road 2165

DOL Wage Violations in Rockport

17 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $180,493 in back wages owed to 291 employees.

17
Violations
$180,493
Back Wages Owed
291
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
Los Comales Mexican Restaurant 78382 3 $93,548 $891 105
J & M Air Conditioning 78382 1 $22,804 $1,267 18
Original Vallarta 78382 1 $16,746 $4,186 4
Mac's Pit Barbecue & Catering 78382 1 $14,085 $1,006 14
Popeye's Restaurant Brands International 78382 1 $8,036 $179 45
Mexican Meat Market 78382 1 $5,588 $931 6
Sonic Drive-In 78382 1 $4,214 $111 38
Pearl Point Phase 2 78382 1 $3,966 $1,983 2
Rosita's Bakery 78382 1 $3,254 $813 4
Poor Man's Country Club 78382 1 $3,169 $264 12
Arandas Mexican Grille 78382 1 $2,091 $418 5
Burger King Restaurant Brands International 78382 1 $829 $52 16
La Tequila Jalisco Mexican Restaurant 78382 1 $780 $60 13
Kontiki Beach Resort 78382 1 $677 $338 2
Allegro Bay Restaurant and Bar 78382 1 $331 $83 4
Lu Lu's Flower Shop 78382 1 $304 $152 2
San Jacinto Title 78382 1 $70 $70 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Rockport

23 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
COASTAL BEND BAND OF BROTHERS INC415 CHAMPIONS DR
COASTAL BEND CARING PAWS1301 SMOKEHOUSE RD LOT MH10
COASTAL HOUSE OF FAITH719 ORLEANS ST
COASTAL OAKS CHURCH2002 FM 3036
CORPUS CHRISTI DHAMMARATANARAM BUDDHIST TEMPLE1510 16TH ST
CREATION REJUVENATIONPO BOX 1269
DEBORAH WRIGHT MINISTRIESPO BOX 105
FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD813 E LAUREL ST
FOUNDATION OF THE FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH OF ROCKPORT TEXAS801 E MAIN ST
GOSPEL LIGHTHOUSE MINISTRIESPO BOX 2061
HOLIDAY BEACH FELLOWSHIP CHURCH1 SAINT CHARLES LOOP W
HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN CHURCH OF ROCKPORT TXPO BOX 301
JORDAN MINISTRIESPO BOX 654
PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH1302 W MARKET ST
REFLECTION CHURCH OF THE COASTAL BENDPO BOX 396
ROCK CHURCH OF ROCKPORTPO BOX 1894
ROCKPORT CHURCH OF GODPO BOX 1344
ROCKPORT HANDS OF HOPE1515 N LIVE OAK ST
SACRED HEART CATHOLIC PARISH ROCKPORT TEXAS114 N CHURCH ST
SAINT PETER CATHOLIC PARISH FULTON TEXASPO BOX 1060
ST PETERS EPISCOPAL CHURCHPO BOX 1807
THE SHORES CHURCH INCPO BOX 2576
VINE AND FIG TREE MINISTRIES602 BENT TREE ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rockport

What is the population of Rockport?

Rockport has a population of 10,449 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 631 people per square mile, spread across 16.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Rockport expensive to live in?

Rockport 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 $63,303, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $288,600 (2% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,306 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Rockport safe?

Rockport is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 240 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,063 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Rockport receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Rockport?

Rockport 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 85°F in July. The area receives 300 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Rockport?

Rockport has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,008. There are 206 business establishments in the area, including 21 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 20.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Rockport?

The median home value in Rockport is $288,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $299,838. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,306. Fair market rent is $935 for a 1-bedroom and $1,149 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 70.5%. The average annual property tax is $2,953.

How are the schools in Rockport?

Schools in Rockport have an average test score of 4.9 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 37.4% of adults in Rockport hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. 13.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Rockport?

The obesity rate in Rockport is 35.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.4% of adults are smokers. 26.1% are physically inactive. 24.6% of residents report depression. 16.0% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 12.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:6,756.

What is transportation like in Rockport?

The average commute in Rockport is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 71% of workers drive alone to work, and 20.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Rockport?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Rockport is 82.6% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 2.1% Hispanic or Latino. 84.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 15.8% speak Spanish. 9.1% of the population are military veterans. 15.3% of residents have a disability. 92.6% have health insurance coverage.

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