Texas · Galveston County

Texas City Authority

Population

55,364

Median income

$68,776

Median age

37

Figures from U.S. Census ACS — each figure links to its source query.

Texas City, Texas

With 55,364 residents, Texas City ranks among the larger cities of Texas. The median household income stands at $68,776.

Definition and scope

Texas City is a chartered municipality within Chambers County, Texas, Texas. Local services and ordinances are coordinated through county and state-level agencies. The city operates within Congressional District 14 and is part of the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX metropolitan area.

Who lives here

Texas City has approximately 55,364 residents. The median age is 36.6 years. Roughly 56% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median home value is $217,300.

Demographic composition (Census 2023 ACS5):

• White (non-Hispanic): 36.9%
• Black or African American: 26.0%
• Hispanic or Latino: 31.9%
• Asian: 1.5%

Economy and earnings

Median household income in Texas City is $68,776. Poverty rate stands at 16.2%. Unemployment rate at last release was 4.0%. Educational attainment: 20.0% of residents 25 and over hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Public services and infrastructure

Available public services on file for Texas City:

• Public schools: 13
• Public libraries: 1
• Fire stations: 3
• Police stations: 3
• Hospitals: 2

Getting around

Matt Doyle Airpark provides commercial air service for the area. Federal court business routes through Galveston County Justice Center. Amtrak service is available at Houston, Texas.

Geography and climate

Elevation here is 5 feet. Local growing conditions correspond to USDA hardiness zone 10a.

References

• Texas State Authority — state-level reference for Texas.
• U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates — population, income, demographic data.
• Authority Network America — federal- and network-level reference.