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Seguin, Texas

Introduction to Seguin, Texas

Seguin, Texas, in Guadalupe county, is 33 miles E of San Antonio, Texas. The city is included in the San Antonio metropolitan area. As of the year 2000 census, 22,011 people lived in Seguin.

Seguin History

The members of Mathew Caldwell's Gonzales Rangers set the foundation of Seguin in 1838 on land that was originally given to the Umphries Branch by the Government of Mexico. However, the city was not incorporated until the year 1853. The original name of the city, Walnut Springs, was changed to Seguin six months after its establishment to honor the memories of Juan Seguin. The city quickly became a popular trade center and stopping point for German immigrants who traveled through the area to German settlements located nearby.

Seguin and nearby Attractions

  • Chaparral Country Club
  • Central Assembly of God Church
  • Riverview Cemetery
  • Walnut Branch
  • Max Starcke Park
  • Acclaim Tours

Things To Do In Seguin

Chaparral Country Club is highly popular among tourists for a host of recreational and cultural activities. Central Assembly of God Church and Riverview Cemetery attract visitors with their splendid architecture. Acclaim Tours provides guided tours of the area to interested tourists. Max Starcke Park allows visitors to spend a day with friends and relatives. The Walnut Branch has a scenic walkway and tourists often take long, relaxing walks around this creek.

Seguin Transportation

Air transportation facilities are provided by the San Antonio International Airport.

Seguin Higher Education

Southwest Texas State University, University of the Incarnate Word, and Trinity University provide facilities for higher education.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Racial Diversity
(vs. Peers)		Top 2%trophySeguin Racial Diversity
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. State)		Top 10%Seguin Walking and Biking to Work

Comparative Profile of Seguin, TX

Comparing Seguin 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 Old86
Female Share of the Population77
Senior Citizens67
Male Share of the Population44
Age of the Population23
Well-Paid Single Men25
Well-Paid Single Women26

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size86
Portion of People Married42

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
College Educated Adults47
People Above Poverty35
Median Family Income25
People in Middle Class or Better24

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work810
Short Commute Times88
Public Transportation Use37
Working at Home34

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals910
Seasonal and Vacation Housing87
Affordability of Rents85
Affordability of Property Taxes75
Housing Recently Built65
People Living Alone57

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime33
Low Property Crime22

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