Nueces County, Texas

About

Nueces County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. As of the 2010 census, the population was 340,223 and a population density of 113 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 county had an estimated population of 363,148 inhabitants. Its county seat is Corpus Christi. The county was created 176 years ago in 1846.

Nueces County sits along the Gulf Coast in southern Texas. The county seat is Corpus Christi, the 8th largest city in the state. With a population over 360,000, Nueces County is an important hub for industry and recreation.

History of Nueces County

Nueces County was established in 1846 following Texas statehood. Corpus Christi was founded that same year as a trading post and became a major port by the late 1800s.

The county's history is tied to the Texas oil boom and thriving maritime industry. The 1919 Hurricane and Category 4 Hurricane Celia in 1970 were major storms.

Economy and Industry in Nueces County

Key industries in Nueces County include:

• Oil and gas production and refining
• The massive Port of Corpus Christi, including shipyards and petrochemical plants
• Tourism drawn to beaches and attractions
• Military via Naval Air Station Corpus Christi
• Major employers like Driscoll’s Children Hospital and HEB grocery

Nueces County produces over 77 million barrels of oil per year and contains key shipping lanes and ports making it a commerce hub.

Attractions and Things to Do in Nueces County

Top attractions in Nueces County include:

• Padre Island National Seashore offering beaches, dunes, camping and wildlife
• The Texas State Aquarium with marine life exhibits and shows
• USS Lexington aircraft carrier museum docked in Corpus Christi Bay
• Mustang Island and North Beach for swimming, fishing, and summer fun
• Downtown Corpus Christi with museums, performing arts, and shopping

With its coastal location and ties to maritime trade, Nueces County provides a classic south Texas experience focused on beaches, commerce, and nautical adventure.

Quick Facts about Nueces County

Geography

Nueces County is located at 27°44'6"N 97°30'59"W (27.7350600, -97.5163200). It has 4 neighbors: Aransas County, Jim Wells County, Kleberg County and San Patricio County.

The largest city of Nueces County is Corpus Christi with a population of 327,248. Other cities include, Robstown population 11,133, Port Aransas population 4,409, Bishop population 3,043 and Agua Dulce population 798. See all Nueces County cities & populated places.

Nueces County Populated Places

Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Nueces County.

City Name	Population	Title
Corpus Christi	327,248	The second most populous city in Texas and the center of the Corpus Christi metropolitan area.
Robstown	11,133	City in Nueces County, Texas, United States
Port Aransas	4,409	City in Texas, United States
Bishop	3,043	City in Nueces County, Texas, United States
Agua Dulce	798	Human settlement in Nueces County, Texas, United States of America
Driscoll	740	City in Nueces County, Texas, United States
Petronila	112	City in Texas, United States

Weather

Nueces County forecast: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7am, then showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 92. East southeast wind 7 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. more

People born in Nueces County, including Texas politician Buddy Garcia, football player Cecil Pryor, Texas politician Raul Torres, .

List

• Charlie Dell (actor) he was born in 31/10/1943
• Bessie Dwyer (American librarian) she was born in 01/01/1866
• Gigi Bannister (actress) she was born in 18/02/1960