La Porte, Texas
La Porte: city in LaPorte County, Indiana, United States of America
About
La Porte is a city located in the county of Harris in the U.S. state of Texas. Its population at the 2010 census was 33,800 and a population density of 1,054 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 35,775 inhabitants.
The city was created 194 years ago in 1831.
Quick Facts about La Porte
| Population | 35,775 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Texas (United States) |
| County | Harris County |
| Phone Area Codes | 219 |
| Area | 32.05 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 29.6658,-95.0194 |
| Altitude | 814 feet / 248 meters |
| Capital city | La Porte is capital of LaPorte County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1832 (194 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 18:54:27 (15th April 2026) |
| Postal code | 77571 |
| Density | 1,116 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 5.52% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 78℉ Partly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
La Porte is located at 29°39'57"N 95°1'10"W (29.6657800, -95.0193700).
La Porte map
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Weather
Partly sunny, with a high near 78. South wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of La Porte increased by 5.52% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 33,800 | - | census |
| 2011 | 34,183 | 1.12% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 34,550 | 1.06% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 34,825 | 0.79% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 35,186 | 1.03% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 35,339 | 0.43% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 35,397 | 0.16% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 35,373 | -0.07% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 35,220 | -0.43% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 34,976 | -0.7% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 35,775 | 2.23% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in La Porte
1La Porte City Hall
604 W Fairmont Pkwy, La Porte, TX 77571 View details
Phone: +12814715020 | Website available
2Visit La Porte
604 W Fairmont Pkwy, La Porte, TX 77571 View details
Phone: +12814705013 | Website available
3Shoreacres City Hall
601 Shoreacres Blvd, La Porte, TX 77571 View details
Phone: +12814712244 | Website available
4Morgan's Point City Hall
E Main St, La Porte, TX 77571 View details
People born in La Porte (33)
People born in La Porte, including politician Chuck Baldwin, politician A. Piatt Andrew, actress and model Ashley Hinshaw, .
More notable people
- Scott Skiles (American basketball coach and former player) he was born in 05/03/1964
- Daniel Edwards (American artist) he was born in 01/01/1965
- Harold W. Handley (American politician (1909-1972)) he was born in 27/11/1909
- Rose Clark (American photographer (1852-1942)) she was born in 01/01/1852
- Brian Ebersole (American martial artist) he was born in 27/11/1980
- William Scholl (American foot doctor and businessman) he was born in 22/06/1882
- Ron Reed (American baseball player) he was born in 02/11/1942
- William Goering (American fencer) he was born in 16/07/1932
- Anthony Meindl (American actor) he was born in 14/01/1968
- Tom Nowatzke (American football player) he was born in 30/09/1942
- Don Hanski (Major League Baseball player) he was born in 27/02/1916
- Doug Schreiber (Baseball player and coach) he was born in 25/08/1963
- Douglas J. Moo (biblical scholar) he was born in 15/03/1950
- Douglass Parker (American academic) he was born in 27/05/1927
- Edgar Garbisch (American football player) he was born in 01/01/1899
- Emerson Spartz (American businessman) he was born in 17/02/1987
- Hazel Harrison (American musician) she was born in 12/05/1883
- Jerry Jasinowski (American businessman) he was born in 04/01/1939
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to La Porte, TX. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 226204 | Lee College | Baytown (TX) | 77520 |
| 227979 | San Jacinto Community College | Pasadena (TX) | 77505 |
| 225414 | University of Houston-Clear Lake | Houston (TX) | 77058-1002 |
| 228866 | Texas Chiropractic College Foundation Inc | Pasadena (TX) | 77505-1699 |
| 440776 | Interactive College of Technology | Pasadena (TX) | 77502 |
Nearby Transit Stations (5)
Rail and bus stations connected to La Porte, TX. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| HOS | Houston | 902 Washington Ave. | RAIL |
| HOG | Houston, TX | 2121 Main Street | BUS |
| GLS | Galveston (Texas Eagle Bus), Texas | 25th St. and Strand St. | BUS |
| BMT | Beaumont | 2555 W. Cedar Street | RAIL |
| PVW | Prairie View, TX | 44814 US Highway 290 Business \r\n | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to La Porte.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| La Por Post Office | La Porte (TX) | 77571 |
Other cities in Harris County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Harris County , TX. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Houston | 2,316,120 | The fourth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Houston metropolitan area. |
| Pasadena | 149,440 | The second most populous city in Harris County, Texas. |
| Baytown | 77,288 | The most populous city in Harris County, Texas. |
| Atascocita | 65,844 | Census designated place |
| Spring | 54,298 | Census-designated place in Harris County, Texas, United States |
| Channelview | 38,289 | Census designated place |
| Deer Park | 32,913 | City in Harris County, Texas, United States |
| Katy | 23,889 | City in Texas, United States; within the Houston–The Woodlands–Sugar Land metropolitan area |
| Cloverleaf | 22,942 | Census designated place |
| Bellaire | 18,906 | Village in Belmont County, Ohio, United States |
| Brownwood | 18,208 | City in Texas, United States of America |
| South Houston | 17,446 | City in Harris County, Texas, United States |
| Aldine | 15,869 | Census designated place |
| Humble | 15,539 | City in Texas |
| West University Place | 15,496 | City in Harris County, Texas, U. |
| Seabrook | 13,879 | City in Texas, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
La Porte distances to largest Texas cities