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.
| Community care facilities for the elderly | 0 |
| Percentage of population over age 55 | 18.1% |
| Number of museums within 30 miles | 85 |
| Number of libraries within the area | 1 |
| Number of movie theaters within 15 miles | 16 |
| Number of golf courses within 30 miles | 104 |
| Tax incentives for retirees | No |
| Median income for those aged 55–64 | $75,418 |
| Median income for those aged 65–74 | $60,313 |
| Median income for those aged 75 and up | $51,800 |
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