Port Arthur, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
55,779 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$45,752 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
70.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$96,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$440 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$803 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
47.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jefferson County
7
Beaumont-Port Arthur Metro Area
6
Texas
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Jefferson County
6
Beaumont-Port Arthur Metro Area
5
Texas
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 52
Feb 3 0 55
Mar 3 0 61
Apr 3 0 68
May 4 0 75
Jun 6 0 81
Jul 5 0 82
Aug 4 0 82
Sep 6 0 79
Oct 5 0 71
Nov 4 0 61
Dec 4 0 53

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 54% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right.

Liberal (55%) (43%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 45%
Hillary Clinton 53%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 14, TX State Senate District 4, TX State House District 21, TX
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Schools

Lakeview El
1 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Travis El
1 miles, N • 1.4 star
Jefferson Middle
2 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Lamar State College-Port Arthur
2 miles, W • 1.4 star
Lamar University
14 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Lamar Institute of Technology
15 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Lamar State College-Orange
16 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Baptist Beaumont Hospital
18 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Jack Brooks Regional Airport
8 miles, NW • 1 star
Lake Charles Regional Airport
43 miles, E • 1 star
William P Hobby Airport
85 miles, W • 3.7 star
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