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Anahuac, Texas Population, Hospitals, Airports, and Schools

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The current estimated population of Anahuac, Texas is 2,284, with 50.1% male and 49.9% female. Anahuac has experienced slow but steady growth, known for its role as the “Alligator Capital of Texas” and its location near Trinity Bay.

City Facts

  • Year founded: 1831
  • County: Chambers
  • Land area: 2.1 square miles
  • Population density: Approximately 1,088 people per square mile
  • Area code: 409
  • Zip code: 77514

Geography and Location

Anahuac, Texas, is located in Chambers County, on the eastern shore of Trinity Bay, about 45 miles east of Houston. The town is best known for its annual Texas Gatorfest, which celebrates the region’s abundant alligator population. Anahuac is surrounded by wetlands and wildlife refuges, offering ample opportunities for birdwatching, fishing, and outdoor recreation. The town’s location near Interstate 10 and its proximity to Houston make it a convenient spot for those seeking a rural lifestyle with access to urban amenities. Anahuac is also the county seat of Chambers County and serves as a regional center for government and commerce.

Demographics

Median resident age: 34.4 years
Median household income: $40,924
Median house value: $59,400

Population by Race

Races in Anahuac:

  • White Non-Hispanic (64.5%)
  • Black (20.2%)
  • Hispanic (13.0%)
  • Other race (9.0%)
  • Two or more races (1.6%)
  • American Indian (0.6%)
  • Filipino (0.5%)

(Total can be greater than 100% because Hispanics could be counted in other races)

Ancestries: United States (14.3%), German (9.1%), Irish (8.3%), French (6.5%), English (4.5%), French Canadian (1.9%).

Land area: 2.1 square miles

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Anahuac

  • High school or higher: 73.6%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 15.5%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 6.3%
  • Unemployed: 6.4%
  • Mean travel time to work: 26.3 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Anahuac city

  • Never married: 21.3%
  • Now married: 58.4%
  • Separated: 0.8%
  • Widowed: 8.6%
  • Divorced: 10.9%

6.4% Foreign born (5.3% Latin America, 0.7% Asia).

Population change in the 1990s: +215 (+10.8%).

Hospitals

Hospital/medical center in Anahuac:

  • BAYSIDE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL (200 HOSPITAL DRIVE)

Other hospitals/medical centers near Anahuac:

  • BAYCOAST MEDICAL CENTER (about 19 miles; BAYTOWN, TX)
  • WINNIE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL (about 20 miles; WINNIE, TX)
  • SAN JACINTO METHODIST HOSPITAL (about 21 miles; BAYTOWN, TX)

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Anahuac:

  • ELLINGTON FIELD (about 35 miles; HOUSTON, TX; Abbreviation: EFD)
  • WILLIAM P HOBBY (about 42 miles; HOUSTON, TX; Abbreviation: HOU)
  • GEORGE BUSH INTERCONTINENTAL ARPT/HOUSTON (about 48 miles; HOUSTON, TX; Abbreviation: IAH)

Other public-use airports nearest to Anahuac:

  • CHAMBERS COUNTY (about 3 miles; ANAHUAC, TX; Abbreviation: T00)
  • R W J AIRPARK (about 11 miles; BAYTOWN, TX; Abbreviation: 54T)
  • CHAMBERS COUNTY-WINNIE STOWELL (about 19 miles; WINNIE/STOWELL, TX; Abbreviation: T90)

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Anahuac:

  • LEE COLLEGE (about 19 miles; BAYTOWN, TX; Full-time enrollment: 3,099)
  • UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON-CLEAR LAKE (about 33 miles; HOUSTON, TX; Full-time enrollment: 4,735)
  • SAN JACINTO COLLEGE-CENTRAL CAMPUS (about 34 miles; PASADENA, TX; Full-time enrollment: 6,102)
  • SAN JACINTO COLLEGE-NORTH CAMPUS (about 35 miles; HOUSTON, TX; Full-time enrollment: 2,819)
  • SAN JACINTO COLLEGE-SOUTH CAMPUS (about 40 miles; HOUSTON, TX; Full-time enrollment: 3,513)
  • LAMAR UNIVERSITY-BEAUMONT (about 43 miles; BEAUMONT, TX; Full-time enrollment: 8,888)
  • ALVIN COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 47 miles; ALVIN, TX; Full-time enrollment: 2,094)

Schools

Public high school in Anahuac:

  • ANAHUAC H S (Students: 409; Location: 804 MIKHAEL RICKS DR; Grades: 09 – 12)

Public primary/middle schools in Anahuac:

  • ANAHUAC EL (Students: 698; Location: 804 MIKHAEL RICKS DR; Grades: PK – 05)
  • ANAHUAC MIDDLE (Students: 317; Location: 804 MIKHAEL RICKS DR; Grades: 06 – 08)
  • A E P (Location: 804 1/2 MIKHAEL RICKS DR; Grades: N – N )

Libraries

Library in Anahuac:

  • CHAMBERS COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM (Operating income: $398,052; Location: 202 CUMMINGS ST; 92,379 books; 1,556 audio materials; 3,587 video materials; 72 serial subscriptions)

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