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Kingsville, Texas

Introduction to Kingsville, Texas

Kingsville, Texas, in Kleberg county, is 34 miles SW of Corpus Christi, Texas. The city contains a population of approximately 25,575.

Kingsville History

The original townsite of Kingsville was established in 1904 on land donated by Henrietta King. She played an important role in developing the area into a center for agriculture, banking, and oil in the Southern Region of Texas. A number of Baptist, Episcopal, and Catholic churches, as well as the first building of Texas A&M University-Kingsville, were established on land donated by her. The original townsite is presently located within King Ranch.

Kingsville and nearby Attractions

  • John B Ragland Mercantile Company Building
  • El Redentor Baptist Church
  • Dick Kleberg Park Lake
  • Chamberlain Cemetery
  • Kleberg County - County Court at Law Judge
  • Robert J. Kleberg Public Library

Things To Do In Kingsville

John B. Ragland Mercantile Company Building is a great place to shop for leather goods such as horse-saddles, fine purses, and belts. The John E. Conner Museum, situated on the campus of Texas A&M University-Kingsville, displays the social and natural history of the state of Texas. El Redentor Baptist Church is an architectural marvel that mesmerizes visitors. Chamberlain Cemetery, located a small distance from the city, is known for its peace and serenity. The Robert J. Kleberg Public Library allows visitors to unwind with a good book.

Kingsville Transportation

Corpus Christi International Airport provides air transportation facilities to the citizens of Kingsville.

Kingsville Higher Education

Seekers of higher education from Kingsville can enroll at the local Texas A & M University-Kingsville or the nearby Del Mar College.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. State)		Top 5%trophyKingsville Walking and Biking to Work
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)		Top 9%Kingsville Affordability of Rents
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)		Top 12%Kingsville Racial Diversity
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)		Top 14%Kingsville Affordability of Property Taxes
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)		Top 17%Kingsville Short Commute Times

Comparative Profile of Kingsville, TX

Comparing Kingsville 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 Diversity99
Male Share of the Population98
Children Under 5 Years Old87
Senior Citizens44
Female Share of the Population23
Age of the Population11
Well-Paid Single Men14

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size86
Portion of People Married53

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
College Educated Adults48
People in Middle Class or Better13
People Above Poverty12
Median Family Income13

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work910
Short Commute Times99
Public Transportation Use17
Working at Home13

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents106
Affordability of Property Taxes95
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals710
Seasonal and Vacation Housing64
Housing Recently Built54
People Living Alone46

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime33
Low Property Crime32

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