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La Porte is a city located in Harris County in the U.S. state of Texas. As of the 2020 census, the population of La Porte was 35,477 making it the 28th most populous city in the Harris County region. La Porte is part of the Houston–The Woodlands–Sugar Land metropolitan area.

History

La Porte was founded in 1892. It was originally settled by immigrants from England, Ireland, Scotland, France, Germany, and Mexico. The name La Porte comes from the French words “la porte” meaning “the port” or “the door”. This refers to the area being the gateway to the port of Houston which was established in the early 19th century.

In 1895, La Porte had a population of around 500 people. The local economy was dominated by sulfur production, shipping, and cotton farming. By the early 1900s, La Porte's population grew substantially thanks to the development of nearby Houston and the area's prominence as a shipping hub. La Porte was officially incorporated as a city in 1911.

During World War II, La Porte's economy received a boost from the establishment of numerous chemical plants and oil refineries to support the war effort. The community continued to grow steadily in the post-war decades. Today, La Porte is a thriving locality and a significant part of the Greater Houston area.

For more information on the history of La Porte, visit the La Porte Wikipedia page.

Population

As of the 2020 United States Census, La Porte had a population of 35,477 residents making it the 28th largest city in Harris County and the 87th largest city in Texas. Between 2000 and 2020, La Porte's population grew by 2.2%.

The racial makeup of La Porte is 72.4% White, 3.7% Black or African American, 1.1% Native American, 2.6% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 17% from other races, and 3% from two or more races. 30.4% of the population is Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There are an estimated 12,631 households out of which 31.9% have children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.3% are married couples living together, 14.1% have a female householder with no husband present, and 31% are non-families. 26.2% of all households are made up of individuals and 10% have someone living alone who is 65 years of age or older.

La Porte has a relatively young population compared to national averages. The median age is 37 years old. For every 100 females, there are 98.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there are 95.4 males.

Economy and Major Employers

The economy of La Porte is largely industrial and focused around shipping, oil, and chemical production. Some of the major employers in La Porte include:

For more information on the economy and employers in La Porte see: La Porte Economic Development Corporation

Transportation

La Porte is served by nearby highways that connect it to the greater Houston metro area. The South Loop of Houston, State Highway 225, runs just west of La Porte. Interstate 10 passes through the southern part of the city, leading towards Downtown Houston to the west and east towards Baytown. State Highway 146 connects La Porte to Seabrook to the southeast. La Porte is approximately 25 miles east of Downtown Houston.

La Porte is served by the Baytown/La Porte Airport for general aviation. The closest major airport is Houston's George Bush Intercontinental Airport located 25 miles west of the city.

La Porte is served by the Baytown Park & Ride which provides public transportation links to Downtown Houston. The service is operated by Harris County Transit. La Porte is also served by Greyhound for intercity bus services.

Education

Public education in La Porte is provided by the La Porte Independent School District. The district has eight elementary schools, two middle schools, and one high school.

Schools in the district include:

Higher education options include nearby San Jacinto College which has two campuses in Baytown and Pasadena.

Points of Interest

La Porte Nature Trail

The La Porte Nature Trail is a 14-mile hiking and biking trail that runs along the Kelley Bayou in La Porte. The scenic trail is popular for walking, running, biking, birdwatching and exploring the wetland habitat. There are multiple access points along Sens Road.

Address: Sens Rd, La Porte, TX 77571

GPS Coordinates: 29°41'25.5"N 95°01'21.3"W

La Porte Municipal Airport

La Porte Municipal Airport is a public airport located near the center of the city. It is used for general aviation purposes. There are over 65 aircraft based at the field. The airport was established in 1946.

Address: 1306 W Fairmont Pkwy a, La Porte, TX 77571

GPS Coordinates: 29°40'28.0"N 95°01'23.0"W

La Porte Heritage Museum

The La Porte Heritage Museum preserves and showcases the history of La Porte through exhibits and artifacts. It was founded in 1988 and is located in the former First State Bank of La Porte built in 1942.

Address: 121 W Fairmont Pkwy a, La Porte, TX 77571

GPS Coordinates: 29°41'10.9"N 95°01'25.7"W

Local Government

La Porte has a Council-Manager form of government. The city council consists of the mayor and six council members who enact legislation and appoint the city manager. The city manager oversees the daily operations of the government.

The La Porte City Hall address is:

Address: 604 W Fairmont Pkwy, La Porte, TX 77571

Phone: (281) 470-5000

The city website with additional information can be found at: laportetx.gov

Visitor and Tourism Information

For those visiting or considering a move to La Porte, the city has an informative tourism website at VisitLaPorte.com. This covers things to do, events, dining, shopping, history, and more.

The city's Facebook page is also a good resource for staying up-to-date on community happenings and events. Visit their page at facebook.com/cityoflaportetx

Sports

La Porte is home to some great youth, high school, and college athletics. The La Porte High School Bulldogs compete in District 22-5A and are part of the University Interscholastic League. Follow the Bulldogs at the athletics website lpisd.org/athletics.

The local college San Jacinto College has athletics teams known as the Ravens. Home games are played at the Anders Gymnasium in Pasadena. Get updates on scores and schedules at the SJC Ravens website.

County Information

La Porte is located in Harris County in Texas. Harris County offices are located in Houston, the county seat.

Harris County Administration Building:

Address: 1001 Preston St #100, Houston, TX 77002

Phone: (713) 755-5000

Website: harriscountytx.gov

Map of La Porte




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