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Sour Lake, TX

Texas · Hardin County · Beaumont-Port Arthur Metro

Sour Lake is a small town in Texas with a population of 2,162. Residents earn $73,190 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
2,162 Population 940/sq mi density
$73,190 Median Income $31,073 per capita
$161,800 Home Value $262,132 Zillow
$1,164 Median Rent 24.0% income on rent
69°F Avg Temperature 313 sunny days/yr
477 Violent Crime/100K 1,325 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$73,190 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$161,800 home value, $1,164/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
477 violent crimes/100K (26% above avg)
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $73,190
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $161,800
43% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 477/100K
26% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.5%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,164
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.7%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.2%
34% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,162
Median Age30.7 yrs
Density940/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans6.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$73,190
Per Capita$31,073
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty8.2%
County GDP$1,853M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$161,800
Rent$1,164
Ownership64.9%
Zillow$262,132
Housing Units785
Rent Burden24.0%

Crime

F
Violent477/100K
Property1,325/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault371/100K
Burglary318/100K

Health

Obesity31.7%
Uninsured11.9%
Smoking14.3%
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp69°F (21°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain62.0 in/yr
Sunny Days313/yr
Elevation45 ft (14 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.5%
High School+89.1%
Graduate+3.8%
School Score5.53

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 12%
Commute28 min
Broadband91.6%
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Sour Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sour Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Sour Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sour Lake is $73,190, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sour Lake is $161,800, 43% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,164 per month. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 477 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,325 per 100,000, 32% below the national average.

Education

21.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Sour Lake enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 313 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 62.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Sour Lake has a population of 2,162 with a density of 940 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age is 30.7 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. The city is predominantly White (88.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 91.2% of residents, while 8.8% speak Spanish. 6.7% of the population are veterans. 9.1% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 76.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,162
Total Population
940
People / sq mi
30.7yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Sour Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 91.2%
16% above US avg
Spanish 8.8%
34% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sour Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sour Lake is $73,190, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,073 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,008, 30% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 974 business establishments, including 89 restaurants. The cost of living index is 97.1, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 7.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Sour Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,190
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,073
Avg Weekly Wage$1,008
IRS Avg AGI$80,313
Gini Index0.428 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.2%
34% below US avg
Establishments (County)974
County GDP$1,853M

Business (County)

Restaurants89
Healthcare66
Retail154
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,163
76% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.6 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Sour Lake is $161,800, 43% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $262,132, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 0% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,164 (0% 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. 64.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 785 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1978. The average annual property tax is $6,163 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 24.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$161,800
43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$262,132
Median List Price$227,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$227,500
$/Sq Ft$162
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops14.3%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,164
0% below US avg
Rent Burden24.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership64.9%
Owner-Occupied64.9%
Renter-Occupied35.1%
Housing Units785
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,163
76% above US avg
Effective Rate3.81%
In Sour Lake, 31.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 9.4% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.0% of residents. 30.5% have high blood pressure. 14.3% are current smokers. 19.8% report binge drinking. 23.6% are physically inactive. 25.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.3% experience frequent mental distress. 11.9% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:5,697. The dentist ratio is 1:3,613. 66.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.7 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Sour Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.7%
1% below US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.3%
2% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep40.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.4%
Uninsured11.9%
38% above US avg
Primary Care1:5,697
Dentists1:3,613
Mental Health1:1,821
Checkup Rate72.3%
Dental Visits55.0%
Premature Death11,242/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access66.5%
Healthcare Facilities66
Sour Lake has a violent crime rate of 477 per 100,000 residents, 26% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 371.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 106.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,325 per 100,000, 32% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 742, burglary at 318, vehicle theft at 265 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 5 fatal traffic crashes. The area has experienced 182 federally declared disasters. Overall, Sour Lake receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent477.0/100K
26% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape106.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault371.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,324.9/100K
32% below US avg
Burglary318.0/100K
Theft741.9/100K
Vehicle Theft265.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
Traffic Accidents1
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disasters182

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Sour Lake enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 313 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 62.0 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 45 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

52°F Jan (11°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average68.9°F
28% above US avg
January Average52°F (11°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days313 days/yr

Geography

Elevation45 ft (14 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density940/sq mi
Coordinates30.1377°N, 94.4043°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyHardin County County
Nearest AirportJack Brooks Regional (BPT)
26 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 62.0"
63% above US avg
Wettest Month (Jun) 6.06"
Driest Month (Feb) 3.58"

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score69.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability44.6 / 100
Community Resilience49.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.0. Most recent: M2.6 on May 4, 2024.

Apr 2, 2024 5 km WSW of Chireno, Texas M3.0 149 km
May 4, 2024 5 km WSW of Chireno, Texas M2.6 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

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 2 281 km
2024 Beryl Category 1 180 km
2021 Nicholas Category 1 195 km
2020 Laura Category 4 105 km
2020 Delta Category 3 131 km
2019 Barry Category 1 221 km
2008 Ike Category 2 68 km
2008 Gustav Category 2 241 km
2007 Humberto Category 1 47 km
2005 Rita Category 3 50 km
2003 Claudette Category 1 230 km
2002 Lili Category 3 203 km
1992 Andrew Category 4 260 km
1989 Jerry Category 1 119 km
1989 Chantal Category 1 60 km
1986 Bonnie Category 1 28 km
1985 Juan Category 1 165 km
1985 Danny Category 1 165 km
1983 Alicia Category 3 116 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

671 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 28 fatalities, 789 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Nov 21, 1992 EF4 96 km 0
Sep 12, 1961 EF4 98 km 8
Nov 7, 1957 EF4 65 km 1
Dec 28, 2024 EF3 61 km 0
Dec 28, 2024 EF3 89 km 0
Mar 30, 2002 EF3 83 km 0
Mar 2, 1999 EF3 98 km 1
Jan 1, 1999 EF3 16 km 0
Nov 21, 1992 EF3 66 km 0
May 20, 1983 EF3 89 km 0
Jan 31, 1983 EF3 23 km 0
May 13, 1982 EF3 53 km 1
Dec 13, 1977 EF3 93 km 1
Oct 28, 1974 EF3 77 km 1
Oct 28, 1974 EF3 57 km 1
Apr 17, 1973 EF3 71 km 0
Oct 11, 1970 EF3 56 km 0
Sep 8, 1969 EF3 93 km 0
May 27, 1969 EF3 49 km 3
Mar 23, 1969 EF3 39 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: LASBR-BIL-FY23-RX-PRESCRIBED FIRE (18,392 ac, 2023).

Year Name Acres Distance
2023 LASBR-BIL-FY23-RX-PRESCRIBED FIRE 18,392 95 km
2007 08 UNIT 1 RX 16,981 58 km
2002 BAYOU COMPLEX 15,744 91 km
1993 PF UNIT 5 15,059 71 km
2010 MCR UNIT 2 RX 14,471 57 km
2000 E WHITES 2 13,996 58 km
2007 UNIT 5 13,959 74 km
2012 WF HOLIDAY 1-2 13,251 58 km
1990 U 2 PF 90 1 12,490 87 km
2005 UNIT 4 05 01 11,749 85 km
2003 UNNAMED 11,431 75 km
2005 RX UNIT 12 1117 2005 10,728 59 km
2011 SABINE WEST - 2011 (UNIT 3) 10,195 83 km
1997 WILD COW BAY 10,069 56 km
2020 TXMCR-FY20-RX-W 10,033 58 km
2014 PINTAIL 9,498 92 km
2023 H AND H COMPLEX 9,476 47 km
1992 UNNAMED 9,344 59 km
2003 UNIT 8 WILDFIRE 9,076 56 km
1987 U 1 PF 87 09 8,953 93 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 52°F (11°C) 4.6 in Coldest
February 54°F (12°C) 3.6 in Driest
March 61°F (16°C) 3.6 in
April 67°F (20°C) 3.6 in
May 75°F (24°C) 5.4 in
June 80°F (27°C) 6.1 in Wettest
July 83°F (28°C) 4.7 in Warmest
August 82°F (28°C) 4.2 in
September 78°F (26°C) 5.8 in
October 69°F (21°C) 4.6 in
November 60°F (15°C) 4.8 in
December 53°F (12°C) 4.8 in

Sour Lake has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 52°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 55.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.1") and February the driest (3.6").

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Sour Lake is located in Hardin County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 21.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 36% below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. 3.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 87.7% of the vote, a 75.8-point margin. 91.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 66 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 82.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87.7%
D 11.9%

Winner: Republican by 75.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
Traffic Accidents1
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
FEMA Disaster Declarations182
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.5%
36% below US avg
High School+89.1%
Graduate Degree+3.8%
School Test Score5.53
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density940/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi
CountyHardin County County

Services

Broadband Access91.6%
Avg Download Speed103.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed4.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities66
Restaurants89
Retail Stores154

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.6 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.3%
Average costs for common services in Sour Lake. 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)
View all 18 services

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)
View all 8 services

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$585
Toddler$554
Preschool$541
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$537
Toddler$515
Preschool$511
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Hardin County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 2,079 146 $44,277 1.71
Construction 1,495 120 $82,543 2.34
Accommodation & Food Services 1,450 94 $18,816 1.31
Health Care & Social Assistance 992 84 $44,358 0.57
Manufacturing 911 31 $71,472 0.91
Other Services 458 67 $60,484 1.25
Professional & Technical Services 421 72 $64,942 0.50
Wholesale Trade 303 27 $66,521 0.63
Transportation & Warehousing 287 34 $95,166 0.56
Finance & Insurance 254 65 $61,321 0.51
Mining & Oil/Gas 245 26 $65,047 5.31
Administrative & Waste Services 241 51 $38,384 0.34
Arts & Entertainment 121 19 $23,621 0.59
Information & Technology 106 12 $74,375 0.46
Agriculture & Forestry 90 18 $44,593 0.91
Real Estate 82 38 $44,120 0.43
Educational Services 49 9 $14,187 0.19
Utilities 25 3 $96,274 0.54
Unclassified 5 4 $43,220 0.29

Schools in Sour Lake

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
SOUR LAKE EL Elementary 767 47 16.3:1
HARDIN-JEFFERSON H S High 749 53 14.1:1
HENDERSON MIDDLE Middle 617 35 17.6:1
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Radio Stations near Sour Lake

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 Sour Lake

8 national parks and monuments found near Sour Lake.

ParkTypeFee
Big Thicket National Preserve National Preserve Free
Davis Hill State Park State Park Free
Galveston Island State Park State Park Free
Lake Livingston State Park State Park Free
Martin Dies, Jr. State Park State Park Free
Sea Rim State Park State Park Free
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center State Park Free
Village Creek State Park State Park Free

Museums in Sour Lake

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
KIRBY-HILL HOUSE EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION210 E MAIN STREET4092468000$49,491
CLIFTON STEAMBOAT MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8727 HIGHWAY 1244098423162
HARDIN COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY OF TEXASHISTORIC PRESERVATION
ICE HOUSE MUSEUM & CULTURAL CENTERHISTORIC PRESERVATION4093852444
ORDER OF THE FIRST FAMILIES OF NEW HAMPSHIREHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Sour Lake

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
SILSBEE PUBLIC LIBRARY295 N 4TH ST0.058,673
LUMBERTON PUBLIC LIBRARY130 E CHANCE RD0.044,259
KOUNTZE PUBLIC LIBRARY800 REDWOOD ST0.023,535
ALMA M CARPENTER PUBLIC LIBRARY300 S ANN ST0.021,627

Farmers Markets in Sour Lake

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Beaumont Farmers' Market02/18/2017 to 12/16/2017Sat: 8:00 AM-11:00 AM;Visit

Pharmacies in Sour Lake

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
B AND B FOOD - 59 285 HIGHWAY 105 EAST 409-287-3525

Cell Towers in Sour Lake

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
2.1 MI W INT RTS 105 & 322TOWER148
953 Woodtrail, #3 (100546)GTOWER107
953 Woodtrail, #3 (100546)GTOWER107
30970 Old Sour Lake Road (80796)GTOWER103
30970 Old Sour Lake Road (80796)GTOWER103
201 NORTH GATE STREET (56021)GTOWER98
201 NORTH GATE STREET (56021)GTOWER98
1177 Wood Trail DriveLTOWER93
1177 Wood Trail DriveLTOWER93
(West Beaumont) 21121 FM 365GTOWER92
(Devers site) 2978 Highway 61GTOWER89
1984 TEXAS STREET (64081)LTOWER79
1984 TEXAS STREET (64081)LTOWER79
150 EAST CHANCE STREETTOWER73
5848 HATCHER (59731)LTOWER56
5848 HATCHER (59731)LTOWER56
18114 WILLIS ROAD (64065)LTOWER56
18114 WILLIS ROAD (64065)LTOWER56

Fire Stations in Sour Lake

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Sour Lake Volunteer Fire Department711 6TH STVolunteer409-287-3062

Bridges in Sour Lake

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete1939287,982G
CulvertConcrete1953705,490G
CulvertConcrete1953395,490G
CulvertConcrete1953275,490G
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete19891214,141F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19392283,400F
CulvertConcrete1959223,054F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19851,5953,054F
Stringer/Multi-beamConcrete19892733,054F
OtherPrestressed concrete200470100G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20035040G

Superfund Sites Near Sour Lake

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
THE GOODYEAR TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY, BEAUMONT CHEMICAL PLANT11357 IH 10 EASTJEFFERSON
THE GOODYEAR TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY, BEAUMONT CHEMICAL PLANT11357 IH 10 EASTJEFFERSON
THE GOODYEAR TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY, BEAUMONT CHEMICAL PLANT11357 IH 10 EASTJEFFERSON

Airports Near Sour Lake

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Jack Brooks Regional AirportBPTMedium Airport
Ainsworth Airport—Small Airport
Austinia Airport—Small Airport
Baytown AirportHPYSmall Airport
Beaumont Municipal AirportBMTSmall Airport
Blewett Airport—Small Airport
Chambers County Airport—Small Airport
Chambers County Winnie Stowell Airport—Small Airport
Chesson Airport—Small Airport
Circle C Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Cleveland Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Darrell Airport—Small Airport
Dunham Field—Small Airport
Eagle Air Airport—Small Airport
Ezer Ranch Airport—Small Airport
F R Duke Farm Airport—Small Airport
Ferris Airport—Small Airport
Fitzgerald Field—Small Airport
Griffith Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Gum Island Airport—Small Airport
Hawthorne Field—Small Airport
Jamison Airstrip—Small Airport
Jasper County Airport Bell FieldJASSmall Airport
Jenkins Airport—Small Airport
Jet Ag Inc Airport—Small Airport
Kelley Crop Service Airport—Small Airport
Kirbyville Airport—Small Airport
La Porte Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Lake Water Wheel Airport—Small Airport
Liberty Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Livingston Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Loghouse STOLport—Small Airport
Matt Doyle Airpark—Small Airport
Newton Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Orange County Airport—Small Airport
Rattlesnake Bend Airport—Small Airport
Rcade Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Rebel Field—Small Airport
Rocking B Cattle Airport—Small Airport
Rogers Airport—Small Airport
RWJ Airpark—Small Airport
Seaberg Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Seafood Warehouse Park Airport—Small Airport
Slack Airport—Small Airport
Stonecipher Airport—Small Airport
Tarkington Woods Airport—Small Airport
Texas Menhaden Strip—Small Airport
Tiki Beach Bar & Grill Airstrip—Small Airport
Tri-County Air Service Airport—Small Airport
Tyler County Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in Sour Lake

5 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Daisetta Police Department
Hardin County Highway Patrol
Kountze Police Department
Silsbee Police Department
Sour Lake Police Department

Grocery Stores in Sour Lake

5 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Brookshire Brothers 59Super Store285 Highway 105 E
DOLLAR GENERAL 7245Other575 Highway 105 W
Dollar Tree 6903Other360 Highway 105 E
Gods Green EarthFarmers and Markets600 Highway 105 W
J & R Meat MarketConvenience Store185 Highway 326 N

Post Offices in Sour Lake

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Sour Lake Post Office

DOL Wage Violations in Sour Lake

2 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $911 in back wages owed to 6 employees.

2
Violations
$911
Back Wages Owed
6
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
B&B Foods, Inc. — — 77659 — 1 $461 $461 1
Slatex Well Service — — 77659 — 1 $451 $90 5

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sour Lake

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
GROWING IN CHRISTS IMAGEPO BOX 464
REFUSING TO TIPTOE MINISTRIES495 W CORA LEE ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sour Lake

What is the population of Sour Lake?

Sour Lake has a population of 2,162 residents and is located in Texas. The population density is 940 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.7 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is Sour Lake expensive to live in?

Sour Lake 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 $73,190, 3% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $161,800 (43% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,164 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Sour Lake safe?

The violent crime rate in Sour Lake is 477 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,325 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Sour Lake receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Sour Lake?

Sour Lake enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 62.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 42.

How is the job market in Sour Lake?

Sour Lake has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,008. There are 974 business establishments in the area, including 89 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 7.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Sour Lake?

The median home value in Sour Lake is $161,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $262,132. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,164. Fair market rent is $935 for a 1-bedroom and $1,149 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 64.9%. The average annual property tax is $6,163.

How are the schools in Sour Lake?

Schools in Sour Lake score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 21.5% of adults in Sour Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. 3.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Sour Lake?

The obesity rate in Sour Lake is 31.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 14.3% of adults are smokers. 23.6% are physically inactive. 25.7% of residents report depression. 11.9% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 66.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:5,697.

What is transportation like in Sour Lake?

The average commute in Sour Lake is 28 minutes. 82.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Sour Lake?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sour Lake is 88.2% White, 1% Hispanic or Latino. 91.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 8.8% speak Spanish. 6.7% of the population are military veterans. 9.1% of residents have a disability. 76.4% have health insurance coverage.

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