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Palacios, TX

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Population
4,370
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
13 ft
Median Home Value
$153,800
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$785/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$52,620
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in TexasPopulation rankingHighest population places in TexasNearest larger communityBay City, Texas25 miles away · 17,488 residents.

About Palacios

Palacios is a coastal city in Matagorda County, Texas, situated along the Matagorda Bay. Historically explored by Sieur de La Salle and home to a prominent shrimping fleet that makes it the third-largest shrimping port on the Texas Gulf Coast, the community of approximately 4,388 is served by the Palacios Independent School District locally.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLow State Income TaxA+100.0ratingBright SkiesA+98.7rating

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