Alvin, TX
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 23,323 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | Low |
| Health Care: | Limited |
| Housing Price: | Low |
| Income: | Average |
Geography
Alvin is just south of Houston.
Cultural Attractions
Shimek's Gardens offers over 850 types of daylilies, and a variety of other flowers.
Recreation
The Bayou Widlife Park offers sights of exotic animals in their natural settings.
Historical
The town's original name was Morgan, but when residents discovered there was already a town by that name in Texas it was changed to Alvin, still honoring town founder Alvin Morgan.
Economy
The cattle, strawberry, and petroleum industries are key players in the city's economy.
| Population [details] | 23,323 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 72.8% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 321.27 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 16.90% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 50.02 °F/22.62 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 92.06 °F/66.05 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 21.28 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 79 |
| Cost of living [details] | 89.65 |
| State sales tax | 6.25% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Houston (18.44 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | WILLIAM P HOBBY (17.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Fishing, Health and fitness, Sporting events, Swimming |
| Cultural activities | Concerts, Family/Arts events, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Religious activities, Wineries |
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