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Living in Texas City, Texas
Texas City is a Galveston County port and industrial city on Galveston Bay, directly across from Galveston Island. Its defining industry is petroleum refining — Valero's Texas City refinery is one of the largest in the US — and the 1947 Texas City Disaster, when two cargo ships loaded with ammonium
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I know before moving to Texas City, Texas?
When relocating to Texas City, plan to transfer utilities, update your driver's license, and register your vehicle in Texas. Local resources including hospitals, schools, and utility providers are listed on this page to help you settle in quickly.
City facts
Population
55,364
Nearby Airport
HOU · William P. Hobby Airport
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Climate / Avg Temperature
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Nearby Sports Teams
Houston Astros, Houston Dynamo FC, Houston Rockets
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Estimated Moving Cost Range
$150-$750
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Listed University
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Housing & Household Snapshot
Median Household Income
$68,776
Median Home Value
$217,300
Median Gross Rent
$1,307
Households
21,845
Homeownership Rate
56.5%
Renter Rate
43.5%
Source: US Census Bureau, 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates
