Portland

TX

San Patricio County, Texas

Population 70K |Median income $69,704

Population
70,181
San Patricio County
Median Income
$69,704
+3% vs avg
Median Home Value
$192,400
-16% vs avg
Median Age
37
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
70K+8%
Median Income
$69,704+38%
Median Home Value
$192,400+114%
Poverty Rate
14.8%-13%
Unemployment
4.5%-42%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,291/mo
Poverty Rate
14.8% +4% vs avg
Unemployment 4.5%
Bachelor's Degree+ 17.5%
Work From Home 6.8%
Public Transit 0.5%

Population

White 55.8%
African American 1.5%
Asian 1.1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
41.3%
Short Sleep Duration
41.1%
High Blood Pressure
38%
Physical Inactivity
34.6%
Lack of Health Insurance
24.9%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.5%
Binge Drinking
16%
Frequent Physical Distress
15.6%
Diabetes
15.4%
Current Smoking
14.4%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 72.7%
Dental Visit 49.7%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
9.6%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.8%
Stroke
3.6%

Alerts & News — Portland Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Red Flag Warning Issued for Deep South Texas: Critical Fire Weather Risk Through Monday

NOAA · 2d ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Galveston Bay Through Sunday Night

NOAA · 2d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Texas and Northwest Louisiana

NOAA · 3d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Tyler and Jasper Counties in Southeast Texas

NOAA · 3d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Jasper and Tyler Counties in Southeast Texas

NOAA · 3d ago
Disasters

FEMA Authorizes Fire Management Assistance for Corner Pocket Fire in Texas

FEMA · 3d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 5

What is the population of Portland, TX? ▼
Portland, TX has a population of 70,181 people, located in San Patricio County, Texas.
What is the median household income in Portland? ▼
The median household income in Portland, TX is $69,704 per year. The poverty rate is 14.8%.
What is the median home value in Portland? ▼
The median home value in Portland, TX is $192,400. Median rent is $1,291/month.
What are the top health concerns in Portland? ▼
The top health indicators in Portland include Obesity (41.3%), Short Sleep Duration (41.1%), High Blood Pressure (38%). Data from CDC PLACES.
What is the median age in Portland? ▼
The median age in Portland, TX is 37 years. 17.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Portland, TX is located in San Patricio County, Texas. With a population of 70K and a median household income of $69,704, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Safety alerts for the Portland area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (San Patricio County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.