Economy & Jobs — Port Arthur, Texas

Income & Employment

Median Household Income (Census)$46,354
Estimated 2026~$52,100
Per Capita Income$25,593
Poverty Rate29.0%
Unemployment Rate8.3%
In Labor Force21,540

Top Industries

IndustryShare
Education Healthcare20.5%
Construction18.2%
Retail12.1%

Local Businesses (County)

TypeCount
Physician Offices299
Fast Food195
Full Service Restaurants187
Law Offices149
Gas Stations129
Insurance Agencies125
Dental Offices85
Hotels Motels67
General Merchandise59
Auto Repair59
Convenience Stores58
Coffee Shops57
Home Health54
Child Day Care45
Grocery Stores43
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.