Living in Jefferson County, Texas

Jefferson County is a county in Texas with a population of around 254,308, part of the Beaumont-Port Arthur, TX MSA metro area. The main communities are Beaumont, Nederland, Groves.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,352/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $149K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 1.7%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 65°F) and hot summers (highs around 88°F). The coast is within 1 hour. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Jefferson County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 36 and a predominantly working-class population (20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes competitive.