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Edna, Texas

Introduction to Edna, Texas

Edna, Texas, in Jackson county, is 24 miles NE of Victoria, Texas (center to center) and 93 miles NE of Corpus Christi, Texas. The city has a population of 5,899.

Edna History

The city was founded when the New York, Texas and Mexican Railway line was constructed. The railway was owned by an Italian count, Joseph Telfener. The community was named after his daughter, Edna. The Italian crew that built the railroad remained in the region. In 1899, Edna was incorporated, but the incorporation was later abolished. Eventually it was reincorporated in 1926. Edna, which is said to be the gateway to Lake Texana, prospered as a result of its proximity to oilfields and agricultural land. It remains an agribusiness hub and also has a retirement community known as the "Oak Creek Village".

Edna and Nearby Attractions

  • Fannin Battleground State Historic Site
  • Yoakum Heritage Museum
  • Museum of the Coastal Bend
  • Stephen F. Austin State Park
  • El Campo Museum of Natural History

Things To Do In Edna

The Fannin Battleground State Historic Site that is close to Edna features a playground, a picnic area, and an interpretive center. Col. J.W. Fannin, who laid down his arms here in 1836 after the Battle of Coleto, was executed by the Mexicans who also killed 341 other soldiers seven days after the battle. The nearby 20th Century Technology Museum houses experimental aircraft, home appliances, and computers. The Copano Bay State Fishing Pier that offers opportunities for activities like swimming, picnicking, fishing, and boating, can be accessed from Edna. Camping, canoeing, and tubing may be enjoyed at Palmetto State Park.

Edna Transportation

Air transportation is available from Victoria Regional Airport.

Edna Higher Education

University of Houston - Victoria, Victoria College, and Wharton County Junior College are situated close to Edna.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)
Top 2%trophyEdna Racial Diversity
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)
Top 11%Edna Affordability of Rents
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. State)
Top 18%Edna Walking and Biking to Work

Comparative Profile of Edna, TX

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

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Racial Diversity1010
Children Under 5 Years Old98
Senior Citizens67
Female Share of the Population67
Male Share of the Population54
Age of the Population46
Well-Paid Single Men24

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size75
Portion of People Married53

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults25
People in Middle Class or Better24
Median Family Income24
People Above Poverty23

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work79
Short Commute Times77
Working at Home34
Public Transportation Use14

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents98
Affordability of Property Taxes86
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals79
People Living Alone57
Housing Recently Built53
Seasonal and Vacation Housing22

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime88
Low Violent Crime56
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