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Located where the historic Brazos River flows into the Gulf of Mexico, Freeport, Texas is a coastal city approximately 50 miles south of Houston. With its moderate climate and tropical scenery, Freeport offers a unique blend of natural beauty, small-town charm, and industrial vitality.

The city enjoys average temperatures ranging from 42°F in the winter to 92°F in the summer, along with an annual rainfall of approximately 52.3 inches—ideal for year-round outdoor recreation and coastal living.

Recognized as the Shrimp Capital of the World, Freeport has a proud maritime heritage and an active commercial fishing industry. The area is also part of one of the world’s largest chemical manufacturing regions, making it a key contributor to both state and national economies.

A major deep-water port facility located nearby enhances the region’s role in global trade and supports the movement of goods and materials vital to industry and infrastructure.

Freeport is also home to the Bridge Harbor Yacht Club, a statewide-recognized marina and boating facility that draws visitors and anglers from across Texas and beyond.

Demographics

Population: 10,534 (2024 estimate)
Tax Rate: $0.645642 per $100 assessed valuation
Area: 15.4 square miles
City Parks: 10 parks – 61 acres
Median Household Income: $56,200 (2024 est.)
Median Age: 36.2 years (2024 est.)
Above Sea Level: ~5 feet

Population by Race & Ethnicity

  • Hispanic or Latino: 64.1%
  • White (Non-Hispanic): 21.8%
  • Black or African American: 10.3%
  • Asian: 0.6%
  • Native American / Other: 0.6%
  • Multiracial (2+ races): 2.6%

Population by Sex

  • Male: 52.9%
  • Female: 47.1%

Population by Age

  • Under 18 years: ~31.5%
  • 18 to 64 years: ~60.7%
  • 65 years and older: ~7.8%

Employment by Industry

2024 estimates based on U.S. Census ACS and Data USA projections:

  • Construction: 15.1%
  • Manufacturing: 13.4%
  • Retail Trade: 12.2%
  • Transportation & Warehousing: 4.6%
  • Education, Health & Social Services: 7.9%
  • Finance, Insurance, Real Estate: 3.4%
  • Professional Services: 1.6%
  • Public Administration: 2.7%
  • Arts, Entertainment, & Recreation: 1.1%
  • Other Services: 8.6%
  • Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Mining: 1.3%
  • Information: 1.5%
  • Wholesale Trade: 0.7%
  • Other / Unspecified: 25.5%

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