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Population
1,282
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
76 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$203,600
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$741/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$36,188
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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Located in Liberty County along U.S. Highway 90, Ames is a quiet, close-knit community about 40 miles west of Beaumont and roughly an hour east of Houston. Originally founded as a railroad stop in the late 1800s, the small town offers plenty of open space, rural charm, and a relaxed pace. Residents enjoy the privacy of country living while staying just minutes away from everyday conveniences, dining, and schools in neighboring Liberty and Dayton.

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Low State Income TaxA+100.0ratingOutskirts FitA+99.6ratingRegional Engineering & Architecture Job MarketA+97.1rating

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