Baytown, TX Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 76,804 (99% urban, 1% rural). >Population change since 2000: +15.6%

Population (female): 39,434

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Baytown: 91.8 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 21.6%

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Texas and other state lists, there were 201 registered sex offenders living in Baytown, Texas as of January 18, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Baytown is 388 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this city is near the state

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (4.1%), German (4.0%), English (3.7%), Irish (2.7%), French (1.4%).

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 77520, 77521, 77523

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $56,042 (it was $40,559 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $24,014 (it was $17,641 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $126,600 (it was $63,500 in 2000) Baytown:$126,600TX:$172,200

Races:
      Hispanic - 36,878 - 46.7%
      White alone - 26,682 - 33.8%
      Black alone - 11,685 - 14.8%
      Asian alone - 1,899 - 2.4%
      Two or more races - 1,423 - 1.8%
      American Indian alone - 103 - 0.1%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 30 - 0.04%

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Recognitions and Certifications

Accredited Drug Testing has been recognized as one of the "Top 10 drug testing companies" for excellent customer service and we have received TPA Accreditation from the National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association. We are active in all drug testing industry associations and our staff are trained and certified as drug and alcohol testing specialists.

Important Links

National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (https://ndasa.com/)

National Drug Free Workplace Alliance (https://www.ndwa.org/)

Substance Abuse Program Administrators Association (https://www.sapaa.com/)

Substance Abuse Mental Health Safety Administration (https://www.samhsa.gov/)

US Drug Enforcement Administration (https://www.dea.gov/)

Office of Drug alcohol Policy Control (https://www.transportation.gov/odapc)

Drug, Alcohol and DNA Testing Centers, Baytown, TX

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Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. provides Drug, Alcohol and DNA Testing at testing centers in Baytown, TX and the surrounding areas. To schedule a test call (800) 221-4291 or online 24/7. Testing is available for employers and individuals and most Baytown, TX drug testing centers are within minutes of your home or office. Same day service is available and no appointment is needed in most cases.

Drug, Alcohol, DNA Testing Methods And Services

Drug and Alcohol Testing

Testing purposes can include pre-employment, random, post-accident, court ordered probation, school programs and personal reasons. DOT and non-DOT drug and alcohol testing is available. Testing centers offer 5, 7, 9, 12 and 14 panel drug screenings and all drug tests are analyzed by a SAMHSA Certified laboratory and all test results are verified by a licensed Medical Review Officer. Instant result testing is also available at most testing centers. Drug and Alcohol testing methods can include urine, hair, ETG, breath alcohol (BAC), blood and oral saliva. The detection period for drug and alcohol use is determined by the testing methods and the laboratory analysis utilized. Testing services are administered by trained and certified drug and alcohol testing technicians at all of our Baytown, TX Drug Testing Centers.

Mobile/On-site Drug and Alcohol Testing

We come to you! In addition to our testing centers in Baytown, TX and the surrounding areas, we also provide on-site drug and alcohol testing services utilizing our mobile/on-site unit for construction sites, hospitals, schools, roadside locations. When sending your employees to a drug testing center is not cost effective or a person cannot go to a testing center, our on-site mobile testing service may be a valuable option to consider. Please call us for additional information 800-221-4291.

DOT Testing and Services

Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol testing is provided at our Baytown, TX testing centers for FMCSA, FAA, FRA, FTA, PHMSA, USCG and all Federally Regulated employers who have safety sensitive employees covered by DOT 49, CFR Part 40. Additional DOT services available include: Consortium membership (random testing pool), Supervisor Training, DOT Physicals and DOT drug policy development. Accredited Drug Testing can provide all services which will ensure compliance with the DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations.

DNA Testing

DNA testing is provided for various purposes including paternity, child custody, immigration and other legal proceedings. The DNA test is 99.9% accurate and is a simple swabbing of the mouth process. All DNA tests are analyzed by certified AABB laboratories and can be utilized in any legal proceeding.

Testing Centers located throughout

2802 Garth Rd Ste 213, 1.2 miles

2802 Garth Rd Ste 213,
Baytown, TX 77521
Categories: Baytown TX

2800 GARTH RD 1.2 miles

2800 GARTH RD
BAYTOWN, TX 77521
Categories: BAYTOWN TX

1515 N ALEXANDER DR STE 115 1.4 miles

1515 N ALEXANDER DR STE 115
BAYTOWN, TX 77520
Categories: BAYTOWN TX

2610 N ALEXANDER DR 1.9 miles

2610 N ALEXANDER DR
BAYTOWN, TX 77520
Categories: BAYTOWN TX

1700 JAMES BOWIE DR 2.0 miles

1700 JAMES BOWIE DR
BAYTOWN, TX 77520
Categories: BAYTOWN TX

4002 GARTH RD STE 150 2.1 miles

4002 GARTH RD STE 150
BAYTOWN, TX 77521
Categories: BAYTOWN TX

4401 GARTH RD 2.3 miles

4401 GARTH RD
BAYTOWN, TX 77521
Categories: BAYTOWN TX

1610 W BAKER RD STE B 2.4 miles

1610 W BAKER RD STE B
BAYTOWN, TX 77521
Categories: BAYTOWN TX

1658 W Baker Rd Ste A 2.4 miles

1658 W Baker Rd Ste A
Baytown, TX 77521
Categories: Baytown TX

1009 S BROADWAY ST 6.2 miles

1009 S BROADWAY ST
LA PORTE, TX 77571
Categories: LA PORTE TX

125 SYLVAN ST 6.4 miles

125 SYLVAN ST
LA PORTE, TX 77571
Categories: LA PORTE TX

1309 W FAIRMONT PKWY STE X 6.6 miles

1309 W FAIRMONT PKWY STE X
LA PORTE, TX 77571
Categories: LA PORTE TX

610 S MAIN ST 7.0 miles

610 S MAIN ST
HIGHLANDS, TX 77562
Categories: HIGHLANDS TX

9235 N HIGHWAY 146 STE 5A 8.0 miles

9235 N HIGHWAY 146 STE 5A
MONT BELVIEU, TX 77523
Categories: MONT BELVIEU TX

9235 N HIGHWAY 146 STE 4 8.0 miles

9235 N HIGHWAY 146 STE 4
BAYTOWN, TX 77523
Categories: BAYTOWN TX

125 E 8TH ST 9.0 miles

125 E 8TH ST
DEER PARK, TX 77536
Categories: DEER PARK TX

102 W 2ND ST 9.0 miles

102 W 2ND ST
DEER PARK, TX 77536
Categories: DEER PARK TX

1430 CENTER ST 9.2 miles

1430 CENTER ST
DEER PARK, TX 77536
Categories: DEER PARK TX

1803 CENTER ST STE A 9.2 miles

1803 CENTER ST STE A
DEER PARK, TX 77536
Categories: DEER PARK TX

2106 CENTER ST 9.3 miles

2106 CENTER ST
DEER PARK, TX 77536
Categories: DEER PARK TX

2818 CENTER ST 9.4 miles

2818 CENTER ST
DEER PARK, TX 77536
Categories: DEER PARK TX

2910 CENTER ST 9.4 miles

2910 CENTER ST
DEER PARK, TX 77536
Categories: DEER PARK TX

126 W SAN AUGUSTINE ST 9.4 miles

126 W SAN AUGUSTINE ST
DEER PARK, TX 77536
Categories: DEER PARK TX

321 W SAN AUGUSTINE ST 9.8 miles

321 W SAN AUGUSTINE ST
DEER PARK, TX 77536
Categories: DEER PARK TX

7720 Spencer Hwy 9.9 miles

7720 Spencer Hwy
Pasadena, TX 77505
Categories: Pasadena TX

5141 Center St 10.0 miles

5141 Center St
Pasadena, TX 77505
Categories: Pasadena TX

6825 SPENCER HWY 10.6 miles

6825 SPENCER HWY
PASADENA, TX 77505
Categories: PASADENA TX

415 BISCAYNE BLVD 12.3 miles

415 BISCAYNE BLVD
EL LAGO, TX 77586
Categories: EL LAGO TX

4600 E SAM HOUSTON PKWY S 12.5 miles

4600 E SAM HOUSTON PKWY S
PASADENA, TX 77505
Categories: PASADENA TX

4500 E SAM HOUSTON PKWY S STE 135 12.5 miles

4500 E SAM HOUSTON PKWY S STE 135
PASADENA, TX 77505
Categories: PASADENA TX

13469 EAST FWY 12.8 miles

13469 EAST FWY
HOUSTON, TX 77015
Categories: HOUSTON TX

4001 PRESTON AVE STE 100 12.9 miles

4001 PRESTON AVE STE 100
PASADENA, TX 77505
Categories: PASADENA TX

13601 Woodforest Blvd 12.9 miles

13601 Woodforest Blvd
Houston, TX 77015
Categories: Houston TX

4000 SPENCER HWY 13.2 miles

4000 SPENCER HWY
PASADENA, TX 77504
Categories: PASADENA TX

13125 EAST FWY 13.3 miles

13125 EAST FWY
HOUSTON, TX 77015
Categories: HOUSTON TX

1140 WESTMONT DR STE 505 13.3 miles

1140 WESTMONT DR STE 505
HOUSTON, TX 77015
Categories: HOUSTON TX

1140 Westmont Dr Ste 510, 13.3 miles

1140 Westmont Dr Ste 510,
Houston, TX 77015
Categories: Houston TX

13259 EAST FWY 13.4 miles

13259 EAST FWY
HOUSTON, TX 77015
Categories: HOUSTON TX

104 Medical Plaza 13.4 miles

104 Medical Plaza
MONT BELVIEU, TX 77580
Categories: MONT BELVIEU TX

3350 FAIRVIEW ST 13.5 miles

3350 FAIRVIEW ST
PASADENA, TX 77504
Categories: PASADENA TX

3801 VISTA RD STE 390 13.5 miles

3801 VISTA RD STE 390
PASADENA, TX 77504
Categories: PASADENA TX

3315 Burke Rd, Ste 106 13.5 miles

3315 Burke Rd, Ste 106
Pasadena, TX 77504
Categories: Pasadena TX

1209 GENOA RED BLUFF RD 14.2 miles

1209 GENOA RED BLUFF RD
PASADENA, TX 77504
Categories: PASADENA TX

2200 E NASA Pkwy 1, Ste 220 14.2 miles

2200 E NASA Pkwy 1, Ste 220
Nassau Bay, TX 77058
Categories: Nassau Bay TX

520 S SHAVER ST 14.4 miles

520 S SHAVER ST
PASADENA, TX 77506
Categories: PASADENA TX

700 Gemini Avenue Suite 110 14.6 miles

700 Gemini Avenue Suite 110
Houston, TX 77058
Categories: Houston TX

1202 NASA PKWY 15.1 miles

1202 NASA PKWY
HOUSTON, TX 77058
Categories: HOUSTON TX

1120 NASA PKWY STE 304 15.1 miles

1120 NASA PKWY STE 304
HOUSTON, TX 77058
Categories: HOUSTON TX

10909 EAST FWY 15.8 miles

10909 EAST FWY
HOUSTON, TX 77029
Categories: HOUSTON TX

250 BLOSSOM ST STE 270 16.0 miles

250 BLOSSOM ST STE 270
WEBSTER, TX 77598
Categories: WEBSTER TX

561 Medical Center Blvd., 16.3 miles

561 Medical Center Blvd.,
Webster, TX 77598
Categories: Webster TX

12885 GULF FWY 16.5 miles

12885 GULF FWY
HOUSTON, TX 77034
Categories: HOUSTON TX

7111 MEDICAL CENTER DR STE 200 16.8 miles

7111 MEDICAL CENTER DR STE 200
TEXAS CITY, TX 77591
Categories: TEXAS CITY TX

11717 Highland Meadow Dr, 17.3 miles

11717 Highland Meadow Dr,
Houston, TX 77089
Categories: Houston TX

1102 DICKINSON AVE 17.4 miles

1102 DICKINSON AVE
DICKINSON, TX 77539
Categories: DICKINSON TX

10930 RESOURCE PKWY # C 17.4 miles

10930 RESOURCE PKWY # C
HOUSTON, TX 77089
Categories: HOUSTON TX

11800 ASTORIA BLVD 17.4 miles

11800 ASTORIA BLVD
HOUSTON, TX 77089
Categories: HOUSTON TX

8505 GULF FWY STE F 17.7 miles

8505 GULF FWY STE F
HOUSTON, TX 77017
Categories: HOUSTON TX

900 BROADWAY ST 18.1 miles

900 BROADWAY ST
HOUSTON, TX 77012
Categories: HOUSTON TX

3520 BROADWAY ST 18.3 miles

3520 BROADWAY ST
HOUSTON, TX 77017
Categories: HOUSTON TX

1414 SOUTH LOOP W STE 200 18.4 miles

1414 SOUTH LOOP W STE 200
HOUSTON, TX 77054
Categories: HOUSTON TX

2626 S LOOP W STE 650D 18.4 miles

2626 S LOOP W STE 650D
HOUSTON, TX 77054
Categories: HOUSTON TX

2646 SOUTH LOOP W STE 550 18.4 miles

2646 SOUTH LOOP W STE 550
HOUSTON, TX 77054
Categories: HOUSTON TX

1108 GULF FWY S ste 230 18.4 miles

1108 GULF FWY S ste 230
LEAGUE CITY, TX 77573
Categories: LEAGUE CITY TX

3354 E FM 528 RD 18.6 miles

3354 E FM 528 RD
FRIENDSWOOD, TX 77546
Categories: FRIENDSWOOD TX

6969 GULF FWY STE 370 18.9 miles

6969 GULF FWY STE 370
HOUSTON, TX 77087
Categories: HOUSTON TX

4615 I 45 STE 206 19.0 miles

4615 I 45 STE 206
HOUSTON, TX 77002
Categories: HOUSTON TX

7117 Lyons Ave 19.5 miles

7117 Lyons Ave
Houston, TX 77020
Categories: Houston TX

628 S FRIENDSWOOD DR 19.6 miles

628 S FRIENDSWOOD DR
FRIENDSWOOD, TX 77546
Categories: FRIENDSWOOD TX

2106 FM 517 RD E 19.7 miles

2106 FM 517 RD E
DICKINSON, TX 77539
Categories: DICKINSON TX

1505 Winding Way Dr Ste 218 19.9 miles

1505 Winding Way Dr Ste 218
Friendswood, TX 77546
Categories: Friendswood TX

8799 NORTH LOOP E STE 110 20.5 miles

8799 NORTH LOOP E STE 110
HOUSTON, TX 77029
Categories: HOUSTON TX

9009 NORTH LOOP E STE 120 20.5 miles

9009 NORTH LOOP E STE 120
HOUSTON, TX 77029
Categories: HOUSTON TX

2018 BROADWAY ST 20.7 miles

2018 BROADWAY ST
PEARLAND, TX 77581
Categories: PEARLAND TX

2211 E BROADWAY ST 20.7 miles

2211 E BROADWAY ST
PEARLAND, TX 77581
Categories: PEARLAND TX

9723 HOMESTEAD RD 21.0 miles

9723 HOMESTEAD RD
HOUSTON, TX 77016
Categories: HOUSTON TX

676 FM 517 RD W 21.1 miles

676 FM 517 RD W
DICKINSON, TX 77539
Categories: DICKINSON TX

7702 FM 1960 E STE 106 21.3 miles

7702 FM 1960 E STE 106
Humble, TX 77346
Categories: Humble TX

113 S MAIN ST 22.1 miles

113 S MAIN ST
DAYTON, TX 77535
Categories: DAYTON TX

202 N CHURCH ST 22.2 miles

202 N CHURCH ST
DAYTON, TX 77535
Categories: DAYTON TX

5003 Woodland Meadows Ln 22.2 miles

5003 Woodland Meadows Ln
Humble, TX 77346
Categories: Humble TX

107 N WINFREE ST 22.3 miles

107 N WINFREE ST
DAYTON, TX 77535
Categories: DAYTON TX

2211A BROADWAY ST 22.9 miles

2211A BROADWAY ST
PEARLAND, TX 77581
Categories: PEARLAND TX

2004 LEELAND ST 23.0 miles

2004 LEELAND ST
HOUSTON, TX 77003
Categories: HOUSTON TX

1001 TEXAS ST STE 1400 23.2 miles

1001 TEXAS ST STE 1400
HOUSTON, TX 77002
Categories: HOUSTON TX

1200 MCKINNEY ST STE 473 23.2 miles

1200 MCKINNEY ST STE 473
HOUSTON, TX 77010
Categories: HOUSTON TX

1125 STATE HIGHWAY 3 STE 180 23.2 miles

1125 STATE HIGHWAY 3 STE 180
TEXAS CITY, TX 77591
Categories: TEXAS CITY TX

2600 FM 1764 RD STE 190 23.4 miles

2600 FM 1764 RD STE 190
LA MARQUE, TX 77568
Categories: LA MARQUE TX

6801 EMMETT F LOWRY EXPY 23.5 miles

6801 EMMETT F LOWRY EXPY
TEXAS CITY, TX 77591
Categories: TEXAS CITY TX

7111 Medical Center Drive Suit, 23.6 miles

7111 Medical Center Drive Suit,
Texas City, TX 77591
Categories: Texas City TX

3300 CRAWFORD ST 23.7 miles

3300 CRAWFORD ST
HOUSTON, TX 77004
Categories: HOUSTON TX

527 9TH AVE N STE 101 24.1 miles

527 9TH AVE N STE 101
TEXAS CITY, TX 77590
Categories: TEXAS CITY TX

5711 Almeda Rd, Ste 131B 24.2 miles

5711 Almeda Rd, Ste 131B
Houston, TX 77004
Categories: Houston TX

14025 Delaney St, 24.2 miles

14025 Delaney St,
La Marque, TX 77568
Categories: La Marque TX

302 34TH ST SOUTH 24.6 miles

302 34TH ST SOUTH
TEXAS CITY, TX 77590
Categories: TEXAS CITY TX

1200 Binz St, Ste 115 24.6 miles

1200 Binz St, Ste 115
Houston, TX 77004
Categories: Houston TX

19333 HIGHWAY 59 N STE 230 24.6 miles

19333 HIGHWAY 59 N STE 230
HUMBLE, TX 77338
Categories: HUMBLE TX

3300 FM 1765 STE A 24.7 miles

3300 FM 1765 STE A
TEXAS CITY, TX 77590
Categories: TEXAS CITY TX

1213 HERMANN DR STE 155 24.7 miles

1213 HERMANN DR STE 155
HOUSTON, TX 77004
Categories: HOUSTON TX

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Handy Resources

Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing

  1. National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

    Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.

  2. FDA: Drug Testing

    Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.

  3. PDR.net

    Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.

  4. BeSafeRx - FDA

    Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.

  5. SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace

    Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.

  6. Drugs.com

    Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.

  7. Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)

    Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.

  8. Merck Manuals

    Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.

  9. SAMHSA Store

    Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.

  10. National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)

    Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.

  11. CDC: Workplace Health Promotion

    CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.

  12. Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing

    General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.

  13. MedlinePlus: Drug Testing

    Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.

  14. University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia

    Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.

  15. World Health Organization (WHO)

    International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.

  16. Healthline: Drug Testing

    Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.

  17. WebMD: Drug Testing

    Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.

  18. National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)

    Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.

AI Overview

Overview of Drug, Alcohol, and DNA Testing

Drug, alcohol, and DNA testing are three distinct types of biomedical tests that serve important roles in healthcare, legal, employment, and personal settings. Each type of testing helps in making informed decisions, ensuring safety, and understanding genetic information. Here, we explore the purposes and applications of these tests in a consumer context.

Drug and Alcohol Testing

Drug and alcohol testing are commonly used to detect the presence of illicit substances or alcohol in an individual's system. These tests are crucial in various professional and legal scenarios to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.

  • Drug Testing: Typically involves analyzing urine, blood, hair, or saliva to detect illegal drugs or misuse of prescription medications. Common in employment settings, particularly for positions involving public safety, and in compliance with legal requirements such as those enforced by the Department of Transportation (DOT).
  • Alcohol Testing: Measures blood alcohol content (BAC) through breath, blood, or urine tests. This is essential for enforcing drinking and driving laws, workplace policies, and in treatment programs for alcohol misuse.

DNA Testing

DNA testing involves analyzing a person's genetic material to gather information about ancestry, identify genetic disorders, establish family relationships, or aid in forensic investigations.

  1. Ancestry and Genealogy: Helps individuals trace family roots and understand ethnic backgrounds.
  2. Medical Testing: Identifies genetic predispositions to certain health conditions, aiding in early diagnosis and management of diseases.
  3. Paternity and Relationship Testing: Determines biological relationships, commonly used in paternity disputes and adoption cases.
  4. Forensic Testing: Assists in criminal investigations by identifying suspects or victims through genetic fingerprints.

Applications and Importance

These tests play pivotal roles in various sectors:

  • Healthcare: Drug and DNA testing contribute to diagnosing diseases, managing treatment plans, and preventive health care.
  • Legal and Forensic: Crucial in legal proceedings, including criminal justice, custody cases, and legal determinations of impairment.
  • Employment: Employers utilize drug and alcohol testing to ensure a safe and productive workplace, especially in industries where safety is paramount.

In summary, drug, alcohol, and DNA testing provide essential data that helps protect public safety, enforce laws, and uncover important personal and health information. Each type of testing is governed by specific standards to ensure accuracy, privacy, and ethical handling of results.

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Local Area Info: Baytown, Texas

Baytown is a city within Harris County and partially in Chambers County in the Gulf Coast region of the U.S. state of Texas. Located within the Houston–The Woodlands–Sugar Land metropolitan area, it lies on the northern side of the Galveston Bay complex near the outlets of the San Jacinto River and Buffalo Bayou. It is the sixth-largest city within this metropolitan area. Major highways serving the city include State Highway 146 and Interstate 10. As of 2010, Baytown had a population of 71,802, and it had an estimated population of 75,992 in 2016. As of 2018 Baytown had an estimated population of 85,000 people.

The area of Baytown began to be settled as early as 1822. One of its earliest residents was Nathaniel Lynch, who set up a ferry crossing at the junction of the San Jacinto River and Buffalo Bayou. The ferry service that he started is still in operation today, now known as the Lynchburg Ferry. Other early residents of Baytown include William Scott, one of Stephen F. Austin's Old Three Hundred, and Ashbel Smith, who owned a plantation in the area. One of Baytown's first babies born was Gertrude Gardner.

The city now known as Baytown was originally three separate towns. The first of these was Goose Creek, named for the bayou of the same name where Canada geese wintered and whose name is still reflected in the area's Goose Creek school district, whose establishment dates back to before 1850. With the discovery of the Goose Creek Oil Field, the rival communities of Pelly in the late 1910s, and East Baytown in the early 1920s, developed as early boomtowns. The "East" in East Baytown was later dropped because it was west of Goose Creek.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 76,804 (99% urban, 1% rural). >Population change since 2000: +15.6%

Population (female): 39,434

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Baytown: 91.8 (less than average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 21.6%

Sex Offenders: According to our research of Texas and other state lists, there were 201 registered sex offenders living in Baytown, Texas as of January 18, 2021. The ratio of all residents to sex offenders in Baytown is 388 to 1.The ratio of registered sex offenders to all residents in this city is near the state

Ancestries: Ancestries: American (4.1%), German (4.0%), English (3.7%), Irish (2.7%), French (1.4%).

Population Density:

Zip Codes: 77520, 77521, 77523

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $56,042 (it was $40,559 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $24,014 (it was $17,641 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $126,600 (it was $63,500 in 2000) Baytown:$126,600TX:$172,200

Races:
      Hispanic - 36,878 - 46.7%
      White alone - 26,682 - 33.8%
      Black alone - 11,685 - 14.8%
      Asian alone - 1,899 - 2.4%
      Two or more races - 1,423 - 1.8%
      American Indian alone - 103 - 0.1%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 30 - 0.04%

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