George West, TX

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Population
2,238
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
158 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$151,700
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$848/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$48,415
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
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Serving as the Live Oak County seat, George West is a quiet South Texas crossroads town about an hour northwest of Corpus Christi. Settled along the Nueces River at the junction of Highways 281 and 59, it offers a relaxed, small-town pace rooted in ranching heritage. Families appreciate the close-knit community and dedicated local schools, while outdoor enthusiasts enjoy easy access to nearby fishing and hunting spots around Choke Canyon. The town also comes alive each fall for Storyfest, a popular gathering celebrating cowboy poetry, live music, and South Texas storytelling traditions.

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