Sour Lake CCD, Texas
Sour Lake CCD profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Sour Lake CCD is a geographic entity located in Hardin County, Texas. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 6,172. The land area covers 117.49 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,172 | ±787 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 36.2 yrs | ±3.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,178 | ±261 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 2,491 | ±241 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,178 | ±261 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 313 | ±119 |
| Median Home Value | $217,600 | ±$27,244 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,174 | ±$519 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $99,238 | ±$8,562 |
| Per Capita Income | $40,533 | ±$5,375 |
| Poverty Rate | 4.8% | ±2.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 293 | ±142 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.3% | ±3.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,735 | ±454 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89% | ±5.5% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 58,670 (2024)
ID: 113491
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLER,
PO BOX 38, 300 MONROE SUITE B-110, KOUNTZE TX 77625
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BEAUMONT, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | BEAUMONT, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | CHINA, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BEAUMONT, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | DEVERS, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | DEVERS, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BEAUMONT, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | SILSBEE, TX | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BEAUMONT, TX | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 11 | LUMBERTON, TX |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Texas Healthtech Institute
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College | 13.8 mi away | 9615 College Street, Beaumont, TX, 77707-2604 |
40986605553103
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ALMA M CARPENTER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.4 mi away | 300 S ANN ST, SOUR LAKE, TX, 77659 |
(409) 287-3592
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Pathway Vocational Academy
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College Vocational | 18.3 mi away | 3141 College, Suite A10, Beaumont, TX, 77701-4650 |
4098133100
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LUMBERTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.7 mi away | 130 E CHANCE RD, LUMBERTON, TX, 77657 |
(409) 755-7400
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Southeast Texas Career Institute
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College Vocational | 19.2 mi away | 975 Hwy 327 E Suite 150, Silsbee, TX, 77656 |
4093862020100
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RC MILLER MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 14.9 mi away | 1605 DOWLEN RD, BEAUMONT, TX, 77706 |
(409) 866-9487
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Barbers Trade School
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College Vocational | 19.4 mi away | 665 Orleans Street, Beaumont, TX, 77701-3308 |
4098389094
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KOUNTZE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.8 mi away | 800 REDWOOD ST, KOUNTZE, TX, 77625 |
(409) 246-2826
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Lamar Institute of Technology
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College | 21.3 mi away | 855 E Lavaca, Beaumont, TX, 77705 |
4098808321
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ELMO R WILLARD BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 16.4 mi away | 3590 E LUCAS DR, BEAUMONT, TX, 77708 |
(409) 892-4988
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at BEAUMONT RSCH CTR, TX US, located 9.3 miles from Sour Lake CCD. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62.0° | 42.2° | 52.1° | 4.77" | — |
| February | 65.6° | 46.2° | 55.9° | 3.62" | — |
| March | 72.0° | 52.7° | 62.4° | 3.89" | — |
| April | 78.0° | 59.1° | 68.6° | 3.65" | — |
| May | 84.7° | 66.8° | 75.8° | 5.06" | — |
| June | 90.0° | 72.6° | 81.3° | 7.57" | — |
| July | 91.9° | 74.4° | 83.2° | 5.39" | — |
| August | 92.6° | 73.9° | 83.2° | 6.43" | — |
| September | 88.5° | 69.4° | 79.0° | 6.55" | — |
| October | 81.3° | 59.9° | 70.6° | 5.30" | — |
| November | 71.4° | 50.5° | 60.9° | 4.68" | — |
| December | 64.0° | 44.3° | 54.2° | 5.04" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sour Lake city | City | 1.4 mi | — |
| Pinewood Estates CDP | CDP | 5.6 mi | — |
| Bevil Oaks city | City | 8.3 mi | — |
| China city | City | 8.6 mi | — |
| Nome city | City | 8.7 mi | — |
| Rose Hill Acres city | City | 13.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 4819993625. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.