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Palacios
City in Texas, United States
Overview
Palacios is a small coastal city in southeastern Texas known for its shrimping industry, warm hospitality, and picturesque bay views. It's often called the 'Shrimp Capital of Texas' and offers a peaceful retreat with authentic waterfront charm. The city's slow rhythm and scenic surroundings make it an ideal destination for nature lovers and those seeking relaxation.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Texas
Population
4,395
Time Zone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
28.71°, -96.22°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
66
Female Safety
60
LGBTQ+ Safety
54
Traffic Safety
73
Food Safety
88
Monthly Cost
$2,020
Local Cost
$1,190
Local Income
$2,400
Cashless
78
English
97
Temperature
22.5°C
Summer Avg
28.7°C
Winter Avg
15.4°C
Record High
35.8°C
Record Low
-2.1°C
Humidity
79%
Precipitation
1061 mm
Internet Speed
162 Mbps
Upload
166 Mbps
Latency
173 ms
City Vibrancy
6
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
1
Parks
4
Transport
11
Walk Score
11
Footways
21.0
Airport
PSX
Distance
4 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 17 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 61/100.
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