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Population
2,752
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
47 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$94,800
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$747/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$48,750
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Refugio

Sitting along the Mission River in the South Texas coastal bend, Refugio is a quiet town with deep roots and a relaxed pace. Located between Victoria and Corpus Christi, it serves as the county seat while keeping the feel of an easygoing, close-knit rural community. The area is surrounded by open ranchland and offers quick drives to the coast for fishing and weekend getaways. It also holds a special spot in sports history as the birthplace of baseball legend Nolan Ryan, giving locals a proud claim to fame to go with their quiet everyday life.

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Low State Income TaxA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Earthquake Risk IndexA+98.0ratingNearby Hospital Emergency DepartmentsA+97.4rating

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