Baytown, TX — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Harris County · Texas
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Baytown based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
84,538
2023 ACS
Median Income
$61,699
2023
Median Home Value
$187,900
2023
Median Rent
$1,217
2023
Median Age
33.9
Unemployment
9.0%
Cost of Living Index
106.8
100 = national avg
Baytown is a city in Harris County, Texas, with a population of 84,538 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Baytown is one of the communities in Texas.
The median household income in Baytown is $61,699, and the median home value is $187,900. The cost of living index is 106.8 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,217 per month. The unemployment rate is 9.0%, and the median age is 33.9 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
84,538
Male
43,451
51.4%
Female
41,087
48.6%
Median Age
33.9
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
9.6%
High School or Higher
29.8%
Foreign Born
21.2%
Veterans
4.6%
Married
36.7%
Avg Household Size
2.7
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.442
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
45.8%
Foreign Born
21.2%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
50.8%
42,962 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
49.2%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
78,272
English Only
57.9%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
30,135 speakers
Limited English
16.9%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
83.1%
Limited English Proficiency
16.9%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
3,869
4.6% of population
Disability Rate
24.7%
956 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$59,279
Unemployment Rate
1.9%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
3,414
88.2%
Female Veterans
455
11.8%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$59,279
Non-Veteran Income
$34,291
Difference
$24,988
72.9% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
956
Without Disability
2,913
Disability Rate
24.7%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
22,639
#1 Ancestry
German
5.8% (4,874)
#2 Ancestry
Irish
4.7% (3,974)
#3 Ancestry
English
4.2% (3,564)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
31,063
Family Households
20,446
65.8%
Married Couples
13,191
42.5%
Non-Family Households
10,617
34.2%
Single Mother Households
4,649
15.0%
Single Father Households
2,606
8.4%
Living Alone
8,895
28.6%
Children Under 18
Total Children
20,143
In Married Couple
12,616
62.6%
With Single Mother
5,669
28.1%
With Single Father
1,858
9.2%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$74,222
Married Couple Income
$91,318
Single Mother Income
$36,088
Single Father Income
$74,385
Avg Family Size
2.7
Avg Non-Family Size
2.5
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
2,159
Grandparents Responsible
948
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$61,699
-16% vs national
Per Capita Income
$29,831
-20% vs national
Poverty Rate
17.7%
+30% vs national
Gini Index
0.4412
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
9.0%
+72% vs national
SNAP Recipients
16.7%
of households
How Baytown Compares
Baytown vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Baytown is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Baytown, TX has a median household income of $61,699, making it the 15,697th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Baytown has a higher median household income than 44% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Baytown, TX has a per capita income of $29,831, making it the 17,438th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Baytown has a higher per capita income than 38% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Baytown, TX has a poverty rate of 17.7%, making it the 8,787th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Baytown has a higher poverty rate than 72% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Baytown, TX has a unemployment rate of 9.0%, making it the 4,864th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Baytown has a higher unemployment rate than 84% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Baytown. The median household income here is $61,699.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
9.0%
+76% vs TX avg
Labor Force
40,952
Employed
37,243
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
9.6%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
29.8%
of adults 25+
Median Age
33.9
Work from Home
4.9%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$108.1K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
106.8
100 = national avg
+6.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$46,989
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$111,065
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,323
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,573
per month
The median household income in Baytown, TX is $61,699, which is 15.7% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $29,831. The poverty rate of 17.7% is higher than the TX state average of 14.9%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4412, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 9.0%, compared to the state average of 5.1%. The labor force is 40,952. 9.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 81.9% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 106.8, which is 6.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 125.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $46,989 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$241,240
Median List Price
$279,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$137
Days on Market
74
Active Inventory
287
Months of Supply
6.4
Buyer's market
Zillow Home Value
$242,476
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,524
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
22.2%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
18.3%
Sale-to-List Ratio
98.3%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
45
New Listings
73
Pending Sales
60
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$137
Median List $/SF
$137
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Baytown, TX? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX metro area, home prices have risen 344.1% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 147.7%. The 10-year growth rate is 71.2%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 38.8%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 5.4%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX housing market rather than Baytown alone.
Metro area: Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX
Baytown vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Baytown is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Baytown, TX has a median home value of $187,900, making it the 13,188th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Baytown has a higher median home value than 53% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Baytown, TX has a median rent of $1,217, making it the 6,457th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Baytown has a higher median rent than 71% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Baytown, TX has a price per square foot of $137, making it the 13,842nd highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Baytown has a higher price per square foot than 33% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Baytown, TX has a rent burden of 23.7%, making it the 4,560th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Baytown has a higher rent burden than 79% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$187,900
Median Rent
$1,217
Total Housing Units
33,865
Vacancy Rate
8.3%
Owner Occupied
53.1%
Renter Occupied
46.9%
Median Property Tax
$3,288
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,127
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$3,288
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.75%
of home value
Median Home Value
$187,900
Estimated Mean Tax
$3,548
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($3,288) by the median home value ($187,900). In Baytown, TX, this works out to an effective rate of 1.75%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Baytown, TX is $241,240 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 74 days on the market. 22.2% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 6.4 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $137. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,524/month. About 53.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1981. There are 33,865 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $3,288. The effective tax rate is 1.75%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
4.40
per 1,000 residents
+69% vs national
Property Crime Rate
28.01
per 1,000 residents
+63% vs national
Total Crimes
2,711
2024
Violent Clearance
54%
cases solved
Property Clearance
13%
cases solved
YoY Change
+7.2%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2023
How Baytown Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Baytown vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 50,000 - 100,000 residents. Baytown is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Baytown police solve 150% of murder cases but only 2% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 6 | 0.07 | 150.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 64 | 0.77 | 23.4% |
| Robbery | Violent | 54 | 0.65 | 24.1% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 244 | 2.92 | 66.0% |
| Burglary | Property | 326 | 3.90 | 12.9% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 1,641 | 19.62 | 14.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 376 | 4.50 | 2.4% |
Baytown, TX reported 368 violent crimes and 2,343 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 4.40 per 1,000 residents is 69.2% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 54% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 1,641 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 36.1% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 368 | 2,343 | 4.40 | 28.01 |
| 2023 | 344 | 2,785 | 4.10 | 33.23 |
| 2022 | 363 | 3,196 | 4.46 | 39.23 |
| 2021 | 290 | 2,728 | 3.73 | 35.06 |
| 2020 | 336 | 2,919 | 4.32 | 37.51 |
| 2019 | 325 | 2,838 | 4.18 | 36.52 |
| 2018 | 303 | 2,911 | 3.91 | 37.54 |
| 2017 | 288 | 2,678 | 3.75 | 34.91 |
| 2016 | 303 | 2,858 | 3.92 | 37.01 |
| 2015 | 233 | 2,876 | 3.02 | 37.28 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
99.9
Very High
Expected Annual Loss
99.9
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
67.9
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
17.9
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
41
Public Assistance
$2.4B
Individual Assistance
$113.3M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
12 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hurricane Beryl → | Hurricane | Jul 2024 | $101.7M | $28.2M |
| Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Torn… → | Flood | May 2024 | $46.4M | $5.1M |
| Severe Winter Storms → | Severe Ice Storm | Feb 2021 | $9.9M | $2.4M |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Feb 2021 | — | — |
| Tropical Storms Marco and Laura → | Hurricane | Aug 2020 | $1.3M | — |
| Hurricane Hanna → | Hurricane | Jul 2020 | — | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $596.4M | $2.0M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Imelda → | Flood | Oct 2019 | — | $225K |
| Hurricane Harvey → | Hurricane | Aug 2017 | $1.2B | $45.8M |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Flood | Jun 2016 | $423K | $67K |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Flood | Apr 2016 | $20.6M | $159K |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line … → | Severe Storm | Nov 2015 | — | $65K |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line … → | Severe Storm | May 2015 | $12.0M | $103K |
| Wildfires → | Fire | Sep 2011 | $3K | — |
| Forest Brook Fire → | Fire | Jun 2011 | — | — |
| Hurricane Ike → | Hurricane | Sep 2008 | $396.4M | $21.7M |
| Hurricane Ike → | Hurricane | Sep 2008 | — | — |
| Hurricane Gustav → | Hurricane | Aug 2008 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Erin → | Severe Storm | Oct 2007 | — | $370K |
Showing 20 of 43 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
170,766
Total Claims Paid
$8,759,890,061
Avg Claim Payout
$51,298
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
14
Federal Funding
$2,462,258
Properties Protected
3
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
2.74
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 206.2: Safe Room (Tornado and Severe Wind Shelter) - Public Structures | 4 | $2,311,050 |
| 403.2: Stormwater Management - Diversions | 3 | $136,208 |
| 601.2: Generators - Regular | 3 | $0 |
| 403.4: Stormwater Management - Detention/Retention Basins; 405.1: Other Minor Flood Control | 1 | $0 |
| 403.1: Stormwater Management - Culverts | 1 | $0 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Baytown has a very high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are hurricane, tornado, cold wave. The area has had 41 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (12 declarations). 170,766 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $2,382,741,781 in public assistance recovery funding. $113,331,771 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 14 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
39.5%
3.4pp above the national average
Depression Rate
21.5%
2.0pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
14.0%
2.1pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
25.9%
15.3pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
35.5%
Arthritis
20.9%
Cancer (excl. skin)
5.4%
Teeth Lost (65+)
17.4%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
18.5%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.5%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
35.7%
Mobility
16.2%
Cognitive
18.7%
Hearing
6.7%
Vision
8.2%
Self-Care
5.2%
Independent Living
10.1%
Baytown has an obesity rate of 39.5%, which is 3.4pp above the national average. The depression rate is 21.5%, 2.0pp below the national average. About 25.9% of adults lack health insurance. 71.9% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
5.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
3.3 mi
Houston Methodist Baytown Hosp...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital | 3.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 5/5 | Yes |
| Altus Baytown Hospital | 3.3 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
| East Houston Medical Center | 11.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Ad Hospital East, Llc | 12.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Oceans Behavioral Hospital Of Pasadena | 13.2 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
8
Pop. Served
88,573
Violations (5yr)
4
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| CITY OF BAYTOWN | 86,004 | 0 |
| HARRIS COUNTY FWSD 27 | 2,190 | 0 |
| VISTA UTILITIES | 90 | 1 |
| EAGLES LANDING | 90 | 0 |
| VILLA UTILITIES | 85 | 1 |
| O ACES MHP | 72 | 1 |
| BARKALOO HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION | 42 | 1 |
| BAYTOWN AREA WATER AUTHORITY | — | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
15
Total CO₂e
21.3M MT
Top Emitter
EXXONMOBIL Bt Site
12.7M MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (50,000 - 100,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
EXXONMOBIL Bt Site Exxon Mobil Corp | Refineries | 12,693,547 |
Baytown Energy Center Cpn Management Lp | Power Plants | 2,104,515 |
Chevron Phillips Chemical Company LP Cedar Bayou Plant Chevron Corp | Chemicals | 2,103,736 |
Cedar Bayou Nrg Energy Inc | Power Plants | 1,705,418 |
Air Products Baytown 3 Facility Air Products & Chemicals Inc | Chemicals | 1,020,473 |
Cedar Bayou 4 Nrg Energy Inc | Power Plants | 678,858 |
OHL NGLP Mont Belvieu NGL Fractionation and Storage Complex Oneok Inc | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 432,621 |
LANXESS CORPORATION Lanxess Corp | Chemicals | 130,793 |
EL DORADO NITROGEN LLC Lsb Industries Inc | Chemicals | 110,698 |
JSW Steel (USA) Inc. Jsw Steel Holding Usa Inc | Metals | 79,668 |
AIR PRODUCTS BAYTOWN PLANT Air Products & Chemicals Inc | Chemicals | 56,939 |
Covestro LLC Covestro Llc | Other | 53,071 |
LCY ELASTOMERS Lcy Elastomers Lp | Other | 40,211 |
Eco-Services BAYTOWN PLANT Ecovyst Inc | Chemicals | 30,168 |
BAYTOWN LANDFILL Waste Management Inc | Waste | 25,194 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 8 water systems serving the area. 4 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 15 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 21.3M metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
81.9%
+4% vs national
Public Transit
0.6%
-36% vs national
Work From Home
4.9%
-48% vs national
Carpool
9.6%
Walk / Bike
0.9%
combined
How Baytown's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
11
2023
6-Year Avg
11
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
3
Cyclist
1
Nighttime
7
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 11 | 11 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
| 2022 | 16 | 17 | 0 | 5 | 1 |
| 2021 | 9 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2020 | 11 | 11 | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| 2019 | 10 | 11 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2018 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Baytown, TX covers travel times and transportation modes. 81.9% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 4.9% work from home, which is below the TX state average of 7.8%. 9.6% of workers carpool. In 2023, there were 11 traffic fatalities from 11 fatal crashes. 3 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
89.6%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
68.2%
of households
No Internet
8.2%
of households
Total Households
31,063
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
95.6%
of households
Smartphone
92.9%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
71.1%
of households
Tablet
59.7%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
14.9¢
per kWh
-19% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Commercial Rate
8.6¢
per kWh
-42% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Industrial Rate
6.1¢
per kWh
-45% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$164
residential
+13% vs 50,000 - 100,000 avg
12% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Texas averages 14.9¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $164. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Baytown vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (50,000 - 100,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
8
Population Served
88,573
Violations (5yr)
4
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CITY OF BAYTOWN | Community | Purchased surface water | 86,004 | 0 |
| HARRIS COUNTY FWSD 27 | Community | Purchased surface water | 2,190 | 0 |
| VISTA UTILITIES | Community | Ground water | 90 | 1 |
| EAGLES LANDING | Community | Ground water | 90 | 0 |
| VILLA UTILITIES | Community | Ground water | 85 | 1 |
| O ACES MHP | Community | Ground water | 72 | 1 |
| BARKALOO HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION | Community | Ground water | 42 | 1 |
| BAYTOWN AREA WATER AUTHORITY | Community | Surface water | 0 | 0 |
89.6% of households in Baytown have broadband internet access. 68.2% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 18.6% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 8.2% of households have no internet access. 15.3% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 8 water systems, providing water to 88,573 people. A total of 4 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Baytown is located in Harris County, TX. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Baytown.
Election Overview
Source: Harris County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
808,771
52.0%
GOP Votes
722,695
46.4%
Total Votes
1,556,310
Margin
D+5.5%
Shift from 2020
R+7.7pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 808,771 | 722,695 | 1,556,310 | 52.0% | 46.4% | D+5.5 |
| 2020 | 918,193 | 700,630 | 1,640,818 | 56.0% | 42.7% | D+13.3 |
| 2016 | 706,471 | 544,960 | 1,302,887 | 54.2% | 41.8% | D+12.4 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Harris County recorded 1,556,310 total votes. Democrats won the county with 52.0% of the vote compared to 46.4% for Republicans, a margin of D+5.5%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+7.7pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Harris County has shifted 6.9 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
322
Total Assets
$57.8M
Total Income
$54.0M
Per 10K Residents
38.1
nonprofits
-17.7% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
11
Median Assets
$128K
Oldest Active
1940
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $49.0M of $57.8M total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Largest Nonprofits in Baytown
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFBaytown, TX has 322 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $57.8M. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 79 organizations. 11 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 38.1 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1940.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
439
Total Approved
$287.3M
Jobs Supported
3,547
Per 10K Residents
51.9
SBA loans
-31.0% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
106
Top Lender
Wells Fargo Bank National Association
44 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2025
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
394
Total Amount
$246.0M
Avg Loan
$624,456
Median Loan
$180,000
SBA Guaranteed
$184.4M(75%)
Jobs Supported
2,921
Loans
45
Total Amount
$41.3M
Avg Loan
$917,356
Median Loan
$468,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
82
19% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$81.7M
28% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$996,533
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 50,000 - 100,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lonestar Joint Venture Llc | 2 | $8.6M |
| Rws Crane & Rigging | 1 | $5.0M |
| Baytown Hotels Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Nilkanth Investments Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Bayview Drive Property Inc. | 1 | $5.0M |
| Wig Baytown Llc | 1 | $4.9M |
| Garth Road Property Inc. | 1 | $4.9M |
| Golden Voyage Hospitality Llc. & Golden Merit Hospitality Inc. (co-borrower) | 2 | $4.8M |
| Khe Logistics Llc | 1 | $4.7M |
| Atlas Tables and Chairs | 1 | $4.3M |
Baytown, TX has received 439 SBA loans totaling $287.3M in approved funding between 1992 and 2025. The 7(a) program accounts for 394 loans (90% of the total), supporting 2,921 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 45 loans totaling $41.3M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Baytown is Wells Fargo Bank National Association with 44 loans. That works out to 51.9 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
7
Total Population
209,584
Avg Median Income
-$95,171,998
Avg Home Value
-$95,053,652
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 77520 | 35,724 | $54,249 | $144,200 | $1,142 | 21.0 |
| 77521 | 65,920 | $76,012 | $220,100 | $1,312 | 49.3 |
| 77523 | 28,411 | $120,839 | $340,600 | $1,537 | 85.2 |
| 77530 | 32,065 | $64,151 | $170,600 | $1,131 | 13.8 |
| 77562 | 9,805 | $63,636 | $195,300 | $1,190 | 13.5 |
| 77571 | 37,659 | $83,795 | $220,300 | $1,328 | 37.1 |
| 77580 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1.5 |
Baytown, TX has 7 ZIP codes with a combined population of 209,584. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$95,171,998. The average median home value is -$95,053,652. The average median monthly rent is -$95,237,004.
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