Angleton, TX

Angleton, Texas

Introduction to Angleton, Texas

Angleton, Texas, in Brazoria county, is 31 miles S of Missouri City, Texas and 41 miles S of Houston, Texas. The city is part of the Brazoria metropolitan statistical area. About 18,130 people live in Angleton.

Angleton History

The city of Angleton was founded in the year 1890. It was established near the center of Brazoria County. According to some sources, the community was named Angleton in honor of an early developer, G.W. Angle. After a bitter fight, Angleton was chosen as the county seat over Brazoria in 1896. It was re-chosen by a county-wide election in 1913. Angleton was officially incorporated on November 12, 1912.

Angleton and nearby Attractions

• Brazoria County Historical Museum
• Varner-Hogg Plantation State Historical Park
• Lake Jackson Historical Museum
• Brazoria National Wildlife Refuge
• Bryan Beach State Recreation Area
• Angleton Independent School District Wildcat Stadium

Things To Do In Angleton

Angleton is the ideal destination for both indoor and outdoor lovers. The city provides easy access to many of the historical sites and nearby museums. The Brazoria County Museum, the Columbia Historical Museum, the Lake Jackson Historical Museum, the Varner-Hogg Plantation State Historical Park and the Nolan Ryan Center are all popular local spots. The Bryan Beach State Recreation Area offers a range of facilities for the enjoyment of sports and other physical activities. The Brazoria National Wildlife Refuge is another interesting location in the area. In addition, the city of Angleton hosts the Austin Town Festival and the Brazoria County Fair every year.

Angleton Transportation

The George Bush Intercontinental Airport is the nearest major airport.

Angleton Higher Education

Higher educational opportunities are offered by Alvin Community College, San Jacinto College-South Campus and the University of Houston-Clear Lake.

High Points

Angleton strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Texas):

Category	Trophy
Racial Diversity (vs. Peers)	Top 4%

Comparative Profile of Angleton, TX

Comparing Angleton to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Texas (State):

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Racial Diversity
Children Under 5 Years Old
Male Share of the Population
Female Share of the Population
Well-Paid Single Men
Well-Paid Single Women
Senior Citizens
Age of the Population

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Average Household Size
Portion of People Married

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Median Family Income
People in Middle Class or Better
People Above Poverty
College Educated Adults

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Walking and Biking to Work
Short Commute Times
Public Transportation Use
Working at Home

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Housing Recently Built
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
Affordability of Rents
Affordability of Property Taxes
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
People Living Alone

Crime

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Low Property Crime
Low Violent Crime

Angleton Almanac

Angleton Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Angleton Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Neighborhood and Nearby Area Names

According to the US Postal Service, Angleton, its neighborhoods, and/or surrounding areas are also referred to as:

Note that not all alternate names are acceptable for use in US Post Office addresses.

Nearby Cities and Towns

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Angleton Hospitals

ANGLETON-DANBURY MEDICAL CENTER
(Government - Hospital District or Authority)
132 HOSPITAL DR
(979) 849-7721
Emergency Service: Yes

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Angleton High Schools (2004)

ANGLETON H S
1201 HENDERSON RD
979-849-8206
Serves 1,816 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 17.7

NORTHSIDE EL
1000 RIDGECREST DR
979-849-6189
A Title I school.
Serves 447 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 13.8

STUDENT ALTERNATIVE CTR
300 PARRISH ST
979-864-8702
A Non-traditional School
Serves 29 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 7.8

BRAZORIA CO ALTER ED CTR
1900 DOWNING RD
979-849-6800
A Non-traditional School
Serves 26 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 5

MARSHALL EDUCATION CENTER
300 PARRISH ST
979-864-8702
A Non-traditional School
Serves 17 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 13.1

BRAZORIA CO J J A E P
20875 CTY RD 171
281-485-3203
A Non-traditional School
Serves 9 students.

BRAZORIA CO JUVENILE DETENTION
1900 N DOWNING
979-864-1210
A Non-traditional School
Serves 8 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 16

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