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Port Aransas, TX

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Population
3,773
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
6 ft
Median Home Value
$588,700
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$2,294/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$88,947
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in TexasPopulation rankingHighest population places in TexasNearest larger communityCorpus Christi, Texas6.9 miles away · 317,247 residents.

About Port Aransas

Port Aransas is a city in Nueces County, Texas, operating as the only established town on Mustang Island. Situated along the Gulf of Mexico, the tourist and fishing community of approximately 3,268 is home to the University of Texas Marine Science Institute. Public education is served by the Port Aransas Independent School District.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLow State Income TaxA+100.0ratingLow Cold ImpactA+98.4rating

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