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Dayton, TX

Population
10,226
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
81 ft
Median Home Value
$227,600
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,045/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$59,691
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in TexasPopulation rankingHighest population places in TexasNearest larger communityBaytown, Texas17 miles away · 86,561 residents.

About Dayton

Dayton is a city in Liberty County, Texas, situated just west of the Trinity River. Founded in 1831 as West Liberty, the community of approximately 9,058 was later renamed to honor early resident I. C. Day. Local public school students are zoned to the Dayton Independent School District and have access to nearby Lee College.

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Low State Income TaxA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+98.3ratingAirport AccessA+97.7rating

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