Groves, TX
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 14,852 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | Low |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Low |
| Income: | Average |
Geography
Groves sits between the cities of Port Arthur and Port Neches, right by Lake Sabine.
Cultural Attractions
The annual Texas Pecan Festival celebrates the early pecan trees planted by the city's developers.
Recreation
The city contains five parks, and is close to Lake Sabine, providing Groves with beaches and fishing opportunities.
Historical
The year 1919 brought the planting of 2,500 pecan trees in the city, many of which are still alive and producing nuts.
Economy
Rice farming was an early industry in Groves.
| Population [details] | 14,852 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 63.8% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 566.69 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 15.30% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 65.41 °F/49.92 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 89.97 °F/77.15 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 34.36 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 72 |
| Cost of living [details] | 90.5 |
| State sales tax | 6.25% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Houston (87.19 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | SOUTHEAST TEXAS REGIONAL (6.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Fishing, Sporting events, Swimming |
| Cultural activities | Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Religious activities, Wineries |
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