Beaumont, TX — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Jefferson County · Texas
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Beaumont based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
113,710
2023 ACS
Median Income
$57,530
2023
Median Home Value
$158,800
2023
Median Rent
$1,072
2023
Median Age
35.3
Unemployment
5.3%
Cost of Living Index
97.4
100 = national avg
Beaumont is a city in Jefferson County, Texas, with a population of 113,710 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Beaumont is one of the communities in Texas.
The median household income in Beaumont is $57,530, and the median home value is $158,800. The cost of living index is 97.4 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,072 per month. The unemployment rate is 5.3%, and the median age is 35.3 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
113,710
Male
55,737
49.0%
Female
57,973
51.0%
Median Age
35.3
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
16.3%
High School or Higher
36.1%
Foreign Born
10.8%
Veterans
5.7%
Married
35.3%
Avg Household Size
2.5
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.623
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
Black
44.9%
Foreign Born
10.8%
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
20.8%
23,606 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
79.2%
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+)
105,981
English Only
79.7%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
17,524 speakers
Limited English
8.2%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
91.8%
Limited English Proficiency
8.2%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
6,466
5.7% of population
Disability Rate
33.1%
2,138 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$45,710
Unemployment Rate
6.0%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
5,616
86.9%
Female Veterans
850
13.1%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$45,710
Non-Veteran Income
$33,302
Difference
$12,408
37.3% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
2,138
Without Disability
4,328
Disability Rate
33.1%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
31,351
#1 Ancestry
German
5.2% (5,951)
#2 Ancestry
English
3.8% (4,308)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
3.5% (4,027)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
44,915
Family Households
28,091
62.5%
Married Couples
17,633
39.3%
Non-Family Households
16,824
37.5%
Single Mother Households
7,990
17.8%
Single Father Households
2,468
5.5%
Living Alone
14,385
32.0%
Children Under 18
Total Children
25,247
In Married Couple
13,186
52.2%
With Single Mother
10,192
40.4%
With Single Father
1,869
7.4%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$71,848
Married Couple Income
$97,795
Single Mother Income
$36,753
Single Father Income
$59,611
Avg Family Size
2.5
Avg Non-Family Size
2.4
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
2,493
Grandparents Responsible
1,040
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$57,530
-21% vs national
Per Capita Income
$32,993
-11% vs national
Poverty Rate
19.8%
+46% vs national
Gini Index
0.4801
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
5.3%
+3% vs national
SNAP Recipients
16.0%
of households
How Beaumont Compares
Beaumont vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Beaumont is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Beaumont, TX has a median household income of $57,530, making it the 17,667th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Beaumont has a higher median household income than 37% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Beaumont, TX has a per capita income of $32,993, making it the 14,125th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Beaumont has a higher per capita income than 50% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Beaumont, TX has a poverty rate of 19.8%, making it the 7,296th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Beaumont has a higher poverty rate than 77% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Beaumont, TX has a unemployment rate of 5.3%, making it the 10,732nd highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Beaumont has a higher unemployment rate than 65% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Beaumont. The median household income here is $57,530.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
5.3%
+5% vs TX avg
Labor Force
53,326
Employed
50,252
Mean Commute
19 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
16.3%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
36.1%
of adults 25+
Median Age
35.3
Work from Home
4.1%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Beaumont-Port Arthur, TX metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers
Top Median Wage
$98.0K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
97.4
100 = national avg
-2.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$42,861
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$101,308
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$898
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,103
per month
The median household income in Beaumont, TX is $57,530, which is 21.4% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $32,993. The poverty rate of 19.8% is higher than the TX state average of 14.9%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4801, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 5.3%, compared to the state average of 5.1%. The labor force is 53,326. 16.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 19 minutes, with 4.1% working from home. About 86.5% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 97.4, which is 2.6% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 107.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,861 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$219,950
Median List Price
$189,275
Price Per Sq Ft
$115
Days on Market
88
Active Inventory
361
Months of Supply
6.4
Buyer's market
Zillow Home Value
$163,532
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,299
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
0.0%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
17.6%
Sale-to-List Ratio
91.8%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
56
New Listings
114
Pending Sales
85
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$115
Median List $/SF
$110
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Beaumont, TX? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Beaumont-Port Arthur, TX metro area, home prices have risen 245.4% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 106.6%. The 10-year growth rate is 65.4%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 33.7%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 10.0%. 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 Beaumont-Port Arthur, TX housing market rather than Beaumont alone.
Metro area: Beaumont-Port Arthur, TX
Beaumont vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Beaumont is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Beaumont, TX has a median home value of $158,800, making it the 15,769th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Beaumont has a higher median home value than 44% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Beaumont, TX has a median rent of $1,072, making it the 8,675th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Beaumont has a higher median rent than 61% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Beaumont, TX has a price per square foot of $115, making it the 15,931st highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Beaumont has a higher price per square foot than 23% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Beaumont, TX has a rent burden of 22.4%, making it the 5,844th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Beaumont has a higher rent burden than 73% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$158,800
Median Rent
$1,072
Total Housing Units
52,442
Vacancy Rate
14.3%
Owner Occupied
54.2%
Renter Occupied
45.8%
Median Property Tax
$2,612
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$943
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$2,612
per year
Effective Tax Rate
1.65%
of home value
Median Home Value
$158,800
Estimated Mean Tax
$3,311
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($2,612) by the median home value ($158,800). In Beaumont, TX, this works out to an effective rate of 1.65%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Beaumont, TX is $219,950 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 88 days on the market. 0.0% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 6.4 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $115. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,299/month. About 54.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1978. There are 52,442 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $2,612. The effective tax rate is 1.65%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
11.37
per 1,000 residents
+337% vs national
Property Crime Rate
33.02
per 1,000 residents
+92% vs national
Total Crimes
4,942
2024
Violent Clearance
39%
cases solved
Property Clearance
16%
cases solved
YoY Change
-17.4%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Beaumont Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Beaumont vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 100,000 - 250,000 residents. Beaumont 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)Beaumont police solve 100% of murder cases but only 13% of burglary 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 | 14 | 0.13 | 100.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 106 | 0.95 | 31.1% |
| Robbery | Violent | 172 | 1.55 | 36.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 974 | 8.75 | 39.2% |
| Burglary | Property | 875 | 7.86 | 13.0% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 2,527 | 22.70 | 15.5% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 274 | 2.46 | 32.1% |
Beaumont, TX reported 1,266 violent crimes and 3,676 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 11.37 per 1,000 residents is 337.4% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 39% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 2,527 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 65.8% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1,266 | 3,676 | 11.37 | 33.02 |
| 2023 | 1,523 | 3,685 | 13.76 | 33.30 |
| 2022 | 1,199 | 4,318 | 10.81 | 38.94 |
| 2021 | 1,239 | 3,844 | 10.75 | 33.34 |
| 2020 | 1,436 | 3,884 | 12.30 | 33.26 |
| 2019 | 1,241 | 4,287 | 10.47 | 36.16 |
| 2018 | 1,266 | 4,516 | 10.61 | 37.83 |
| 2017 | 1,260 | 5,136 | 10.64 | 43.36 |
| 2016 | 1,316 | 5,065 | 11.13 | 42.82 |
| 2015 | 1,088 | 4,840 | 9.25 | 41.14 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
95.7
Relatively High
Expected Annual Loss
93.8
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
84.1
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
64.8
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
31
Public Assistance
$333.9M
Individual Assistance
$293.5M
Most Common Type
Hurricane
10 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hurricane Beryl → | Hurricane | Jul 2024 | — | $10.5M |
| Severe Winter Storms → | Severe Ice Storm | Feb 2021 | $473K | $1.2M |
| Severe Winter Storm → | Severe Ice Storm | Feb 2021 | — | — |
| Hurricane Laura → | Hurricane | Dec 2020 | $3.1M | — |
| Tropical Storms Marco and Laura → | Hurricane | Aug 2020 | $1.1M | — |
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $1.9M | $4.2M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Imelda → | Flood | Oct 2019 | — | $18.8M |
| Hurricane Harvey → | Hurricane | Aug 2017 | $145.7M | $107.7M |
| Wildfires → | Fire | Sep 2011 | — | — |
| Hurricane Ike → | Hurricane | Sep 2008 | $95.4M | $13.6M |
| Hurricane Ike → | Hurricane | Sep 2008 | — | — |
| Hurricane Gustav → | Hurricane | Aug 2008 | $2.1M | — |
| Extreme Wildfire Threat → | Fire | Jan 2006 | — | — |
| Hurricane Rita → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | $84.1M | $131.7M |
| Hurricane Rita → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Loss of the Space Shuttle Columbia → | Other | Feb 2003 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Nov 2002 | — | $5.7M |
| Tx-tropical Storm Allison-06-06-2001 → | Coastal Storm | Jun 2001 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 36 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
22,637
Total Claims Paid
$1,187,758,013
Avg Claim Payout
$52,470
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
112
Federal Funding
$162,779,570
Properties Protected
212
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
25.71
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 205.8: Retrofitting Public Structures - Wind | 24 | $4,593,231 |
| 403.4: Stormwater Management - Detention/Retention Basins | 18 | $33,141,547 |
| 601.1: Generators | 10 | $0 |
| 403.2: Stormwater Management - Diversions | 9 | $79,515,736 |
| 403.1: Stormwater Management - Culverts | 8 | $11,074,481 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Beaumont has a relatively high overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are lightning, tornado, hurricane. The area has had 31 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is hurricane (10 declarations). 22,637 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $333,905,220 in public assistance recovery funding. $293,477,067 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 112 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
42.1%
6.0pp above the national average
Depression Rate
21.0%
2.5pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
16.3%
4.4pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
17.6%
7.0pp 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
35.3%
Arthritis
26.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
6.3%
Teeth Lost (65+)
18.8%
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
18.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
21.0%
Loneliness
—
Lack of Support
—
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
36.5%
Mobility
18.9%
Cognitive
17.1%
Hearing
6.6%
Vision
8.0%
Self-Care
5.9%
Independent Living
11.1%
Beaumont has an obesity rate of 42.1%, which is 6.0pp above the national average. The depression rate is 21.0%, 2.5pp below the national average. About 17.6% of adults lack health insurance. 77.0% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
2.7 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.0 mi
Christus Southeast Texas- St E...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christus Southeast Texas- St Elizabeth | 1.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Baptist Beaumont Hospital | 2.5 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Altus Lumberton Hospital | 10.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | — | Yes |
| The Medical Center Of Southeast Texas | 18.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Riceland Medical Center | 25.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
8
Pop. Served
136,731
Violations (5yr)
7
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| CITY OF BEAUMONT WATER UTILITY DEPT | 115,282 | 0 |
| WEST JEFFERSON COUNTY MWD | 9,367 | 4 |
| FEDERAL CORRECTIONAL COMPLEX-BEAUMONT | 5,748 | 0 |
| MEEKER MWD | 4,071 | 0 |
| CITY OF BEVIL OAKS | 1,414 | 3 |
| NORTHWEST FOREST MUD | 632 | 0 |
| CARDINAL MEADOWS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT | 207 | 0 |
| LOWER NECHES VALLEY AUTHORITY | 10 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
10
Total CO₂e
7.9M MT
Top Emitter
Exxonmobil Beaumont Refinery
6.0M MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (100,000 - 250,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Exxonmobil Beaumont Refinery Exxon Mobil Corp | Refineries | 5,979,837 |
Natgasoline LLC Firewater Llc | Chemicals | 730,559 |
GOODYEAR BEAUMONT CHEMICAL PLANT The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co | Other | 461,956 |
CITY OF BEAUMONT LANDFILL City Of Beaumont | Waste | 266,205 |
City of Port Arthur Landfill City Of Port Arthur | Waste | 134,981 |
ARKEMA BEAUMONT PLANT Arkema Delaware Inc | Chemicals | 84,320 |
BEAUMONT POLYETHYLENE PLANT Exxon Mobil Corp | Other | 68,634 |
SPINDLETOP COMPRESSOR STATION Dcp Midstream Lp | Petroleum and Natural Gas Systems | 53,453 |
BASF BEAUMONT AGRO PLANT Basf Corp | Chemicals | 46,599 |
Golden Triangle Landfill Republic Services Inc | Waste | 39,524 |
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. 7 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 10 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 7.9M metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
19 min
-17% vs national
Drive Alone
86.5%
+10% vs national
Public Transit
0.3%
-67% vs national
Work From Home
4.1%
-56% vs national
Carpool
6.1%
Walk / Bike
1.6%
combined
How Beaumont'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
20
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
4
Nighttime
7
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 11 | 11 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| 2022 | 18 | 19 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
| 2021 | 21 | 25 | 0 | 4 | 2 |
| 2020 | 29 | 29 | 6 | 10 | 2 |
| 2019 | 15 | 15 | 3 | 6 | 0 |
| 2018 | 17 | 20 | 4 | 3 | 1 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in Beaumont, TX is 19 minutes, which is 17.1% below the national average of 23 minutes. 86.5% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 4.1% work from home, which is below the TX state average of 7.8%. 6.1% of workers carpool. 1.4% walk to work. In 2023, there were 11 traffic fatalities from 11 fatal crashes. 4 were pedestrians.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
88.6%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
67.8%
of households
No Internet
10.0%
of households
Total Households
44,915
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
95.4%
of households
Smartphone
91.9%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
67.1%
of households
Tablet
54.6%
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
-13% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Commercial Rate
8.6¢
per kWh
-37% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Industrial Rate
6.1¢
per kWh
-38% vs 100,000 - 250,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$164
residential
+15% vs 100,000 - 250,000 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).
Beaumont vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (100,000 - 250,000). 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
136,731
Violations (5yr)
7
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CITY OF BEAUMONT WATER UTILITY DEPT | Community | Surface water | 115,282 | 0 |
| WEST JEFFERSON COUNTY MWD | Community | Surface water | 9,367 | 4 |
| FEDERAL CORRECTIONAL COMPLEX-BEAUMONT | Community | Purchased surface water | 5,748 | 0 |
| MEEKER MWD | Community | Ground water | 4,071 | 0 |
| CITY OF BEVIL OAKS | Community | Ground water | 1,414 | 3 |
| NORTHWEST FOREST MUD | Community | Purchased surface water | 632 | 0 |
| CARDINAL MEADOWS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT | Community | Purchased surface water | 207 | 0 |
| LOWER NECHES VALLEY AUTHORITY | Community | Surface water | 10 | 0 |
88.6% of households in Beaumont have broadband internet access. 67.8% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 18.1% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 10.0% of households have no internet access. 19.8% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 8 water systems, providing water to 136,731 people. A total of 7 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Beaumont is located in Jefferson County, TX. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Beaumont.
Election Overview
Source: Jefferson County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
38,936
45.1%
GOP Votes
46,596
54.0%
Total Votes
86,272
Margin
R+8.9%
Shift from 2020
R+7.3pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 38,936 | 46,596 | 86,272 | 45.1% | 54.0% | R+8.9 |
| 2020 | 46,073 | 47,570 | 94,739 | 48.6% | 50.2% | R+1.6 |
| 2016 | 42,404 | 42,828 | 87,363 | 48.5% | 49.0% | R+0.5 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Jefferson County recorded 86,272 total votes. Republicans won the county with 54.0% of the vote compared to 45.1% for Democrats, a margin of R+8.9%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+7.3pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Jefferson County has shifted 8.4 percentage points toward Republicans.
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Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
747
Total Assets
$1.3B
Total Income
$1.3B
Per 10K Residents
65.7
nonprofits
+51.9% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
75
Median Assets
$347K
Oldest Active
1938
ruling year
Newest Org
2025
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $1.0B of $1.3B 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 100,000 - 250,000
Largest Nonprofits in Beaumont
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFBeaumont, TX has 747 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $1.3B. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 162 organizations. 75 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 65.7 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1938.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
675
Total Approved
$314.1M
Jobs Supported
7,300
Per 10K Residents
59.4
SBA loans
-40.5% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
99
Top Lender
PNC Bank, National Association
105 loans
Top Industry
Retail Trade
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
618
Total Amount
$273.2M
Avg Loan
$442,099
Median Loan
$115,500
SBA Guaranteed
$205.2M(75%)
Jobs Supported
6,583
Loans
57
Total Amount
$40.8M
Avg Loan
$716,561
Median Loan
$481,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
83
12% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$88.3M
28% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$1,064,364
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 100,000 - 250,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel Dude Store Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Brvp Hospitality Inc | 1 | $4.9M |
| Js & Gm L.p. | 1 | $4.9M |
| Beaumont Animal Care Center | 1 | $4.8M |
| Mdc3walker Llc | 1 | $4.7M |
| New Gurukirpa Enterprises Inc. | 1 | $4.3M |
| P & N Sandhar Investments Llc | 1 | $4.2M |
| Bill Clark Pest Control Inc. | 1 | $4.2M |
| M & D Bowling Center Inc. | 2 | $3.9M |
| 2310 Beaumont Hotel Llc | 1 | $3.7M |
Beaumont, TX has received 675 SBA loans totaling $314.1M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 618 loans (92% of the total), supporting 6,583 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 57 loans totaling $40.8M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Retail Trade. The most active SBA lender in Beaumont is PNC Bank, National Association with 105 loans. That works out to 59.4 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
8
Total Population
128,721
Avg Median Income
$64,697
Avg Home Value
$152,675
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 77662 | 25,193 | $71,755 | $124,800 | $868 | 139.8 |
| 77701 | 12,328 | $48,711 | $79,000 | $952 | 6.8 |
| 77702 | 3,497 | $67,344 | $141,700 | $1,141 | 1.2 |
| 77703 | 11,640 | $31,136 | $97,100 | $929 | 8.7 |
| 77706 | 30,754 | $77,644 | $238,800 | $1,176 | 10.1 |
| 77707 | 17,538 | $73,782 | $162,600 | $1,244 | 14.2 |
| 77708 | 12,398 | $59,865 | $167,100 | $1,056 | 11.7 |
| 77713 | 15,373 | $87,335 | $210,300 | $1,385 | 103.0 |
Beaumont, TX has 8 ZIP codes with a combined population of 128,721. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $64,697. The average median home value is $152,675. The average median monthly rent is $1,094.
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