La Porte, TX
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 34,921 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | Low |
| Health Care: | Limited |
| Housing Price: | Low |
| Income: | High |
Geography
La Porte is located at the opening of the Houston Ship Channel, slightly southeast of Houston.
Cultural Attractions
The city boasts the Battleship Texas and San Jacinto Monument and Battleground. The Battleship Texas was the last of the battleships that were used in the World Wars.
Recreation
Sylvan Beach Park sits along Galveston Bay, and Little Cedar Bayou Park features a wave pool.
Economy
Once known for its fig and citrus crops, La Porte is a center for the chemical and petroleum industries.
Fun Fact
La Porte means "the door" or "a gateway," a reference to the city's location.
| Population [details] | 34,921 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 74.8% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 443.79 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 15.00% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 52.8 °F/25.51 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 92.3 °F/66.94 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 45.05 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 52 |
| Cost of living [details] | 89.65 |
| State sales tax | 6.25% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Houston (17.60 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | WILLIAM P HOBBY (14.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Fishing, Golf, Health and fitness, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Sporting events, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Concerts, Family/Arts events, Movie theaters, Museums, Religious activities, Wineries |
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