Taft, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
2,847 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
78.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$67,431 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$124,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$459 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$714 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
51.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

San Patricio County
4
Corpus Christi 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

San Patricio County
4
Corpus Christi Metro Area
6
Texas
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 56
Feb 2 0 59
Mar 2 0 65
Apr 2 0 71
May 3 0 78
Jun 3 0 83
Jul 3 0 84
Aug 2 0 85
Sep 5 0 81
Oct 4 0 75
Nov 3 0 66
Dec 2 0 58

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 52% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (53%) (45%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 43%
Hillary Clinton 55%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 27, TX State Senate District 27, TX State House District 43, TX
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Schools

Taft Jh
<1 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Taft Hs
<1 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Shoreline Academy
<1 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Woodroe Petty El
1 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Del Mar College
15 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Platt College-STVT-Corpus Christi
17 miles, SW • 1 star
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Hospitals

Care Regional Medical Center
15 miles, SE • 4.1 star
South Texas Surgical Hospital
20 miles, S • 5 star
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Airports

Valley International Airport
122 miles, SW • 1 star
San Antonio International Airport
126 miles, N • 3.2 star
Laredo International Airport
130 miles, W • 1 star
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