Information on Palacios, Matagorda County
The City of Palacios is located in the state of Texas, in Matagorda County. Its area, population and other key information are listed below. |
Palacios City HALL, Matagorda County
| Palacios City Hall's address | Palacios Palacios Municipal Building PO Box 845 Palacios, TX 77465-0845 United States | |
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| Phone number of Palacios City Hall | +1 361-972-3605 | |
| Palacios, TX email | Not available | |
| Palacios official website | cityofpalacios.org | |
| Mayor of Palacios | John Sardelich | |
| Matagorda County, Texas: Vital Records | Palacios vital records | |
| Birth Certificate | Order your Texas birth certificate online | |
Common questions about Palacios
What county is Palacios TX in?Palacios, TX is located in Matagorda County |
Where is Palacios, Texas ?Palacios is in Matagorda County near the Gulf of Mexico in southeastern Texas, United States. It's approximately 110 miles southwest of Houston and roughly 75 miles northeast of Corpus Christi. Located along Tres Palacios Bay, it is part of the larger Texas Gulf Coast area. |
What is the cost of living in Palacios TX ? |
Palacios administrative division
| Country | United States |
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| State | Texas |
| County | Matagorda - other counties in Texas |
Palacios building department, TX
If you're planning a construction project in Palacios, TX, obtaining the necessary permits is an essential first step. You can request your permit from the Palacios Building Permits Office, located at City Hall. It is recommended to contact the office directly to get detailed information regarding fees and processing times, as these can vary depending on the specifics of your project. The knowledgeable city staff can guide you through the application process, ensuring you have all the necessary documentation and approvals in place to commence your building endeavor smoothly.
| If you have inquiries related to construction permits, inspections, code enforcement, or building regulations, we recommend contacting Palacios's town hall or Matagorda County authorities directly. |
Demography of Palacios
| Name of Palacios inhabitants (demonym) | Not available | |||
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| Date | Current value | Classed by Region/Country | ||
| Population | 4 718 inhabitants | 347 / 4 581 | ||
| Population density in Palacios | 906,5 pop/sq mi (350,0 pop/km²) | |||
List of Passport Facilities in Palacios, TX
This City does not have a passport office, but we suggest the following facilities near Palacios, TX
| Name | Street | Phone number |
|---|---|---|
| MATAGORDA COUNTY DISTRICT CLERK | 1700 7TH STREET | 9792447621 |
| BAY CITY POST OFFICE | 1309 BAYWOOD DRIVE | 9792452051 |
| JACKSON COUNTY DISTRICT CLERK | 115 WEST MAIN STREET | 3617823812 |
| EL CAMPO POST OFFICE | 110 SOUTH MECHANIC STREET | 9795432581 |
| VICTORIA MAIN POST OFFICE | 2804 SAM HOUSTON DR. | 3615752363 |
| WEST COLUMBIA POST OFFICE | 350 W. BRAZOS AVENUE | 9793453242 |
| BRAZORIA POST OFFICE | 111 GAINES STREET | 9797987676 |
| LAKE JACKSON POST OFFICE | 210 OAK DRIVE S | 9792972144 |
| FREEPORT POST OFFICE | 924 NORTH AVENUE F | 9792331884 |
| ANGLETON POST OFFICE | 100 CANNAN DRIVE | 9798497500 |
| ROSENBERG POST OFFICE | 2103 AVENUE G | 2815867004 |
| RICHMOND POST OFFICE | 5560 FM 1640 ROAD | 2816330386 |
| FORT BEND COUNTY DISTRICT CLERK | 1422 EUGENE HEIMANN CIRCLE | 2813414509 |
| ARANSAS COUNTY DISTRICT CLERK | 2840 HWY 35 NORTH | 3617900128 |
| REFUGIO MPO | 507 OSAGE STREET | 3615264024 |
Top 3 most popular banks in Palacios
There are 2 bank branches in Palacios.
First Financial Bank, National Association is the most popular bank in Palacios with 1 branch offices, followed by Prosperity Bank with 1 branch offices.
Find below all bank branches in Palacios:
| Bank's name | Number of branch offices | Service Type |
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| First Financial Bank, National Association | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
| Prosperity Bank | 1 | Full Service Brick and Mortar Office |
Palacios administrative numbers
| Palacios City code | 4854684 |
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| Palacios City postcode | 77465 |
Transportation modes in Palacios
| Airport | Palacios Municipal Airport 0.4 miles Bay City Municipal Airport 29 miles Wharton Regional Airport 36.7 miles |
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Palacios territory
| Palacios area | 5,20 sq mi (13,48 km²) |
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| Palacios altitude | 13 Altitude feet |
| Geographical coordinates | Latitude: 28.7313 Longitude: -96.2552 Latitude: 28° 43' 53'' North Longitude: 96° 15' 19'' West |
| Time zone | UTC -6:00 (America/Chicago) Summer time : UTC -5:00 Winter time : UTC -6:00 |
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| Cities twinned with Palacios | Currently, the town Palacios isn’t twinned |
| Namesake of Palacios |
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| Natural parks | Palacios isn't part of a natural park |
What is Palacios close to?
| Nearby cities include: La Ward, Point Comfort, Port Lavaca and Bay City | ||
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| La Ward | La Ward | Bay City |
| La Ward |  | Bay City |
| Point Comfort | Point Comfort | |
| La Ward 15 miles | Point Comfort 18.8 miles | Port Lavaca 23.9 miles |
| Bay City 24.9 miles | Ganado 26.5 miles | Edna 29.2 miles |
Distance between Palacios and other main cities and towns
| Los Angeles : 1356 miles | Houston : 90 miles closest | Philadelphia : 1431 miles |
| Phoenix : 994 miles | San Antonio : 146 miles | San Diego : 1271 miles |
| Dallas : 283 miles | San Jose : 1591 miles | Jacksonville : 885 miles |
| Indianapolis : 957 miles | San Francisco : 1663 miles | Austin : 142 miles |
| Columbus : 1084 miles | Fort Worth : 287 miles | Charlotte : 1008 miles |
| Distances are calculated as the crow flies | ||
Schools in Palacios, TX
Elementary schools in Palacios
Central Elementary
District of Palacios Independent School DistrictLowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 3
Students : 497
East Side Intermediate
District of Palacios Independent School DistrictLowest grade : 4, Highest grade : 6
Students : 307
Middle schools in Palacios
Palacios J H
District of Palacios Independent School DistrictLowest grade : 7, Highest grade : 8
Students : 200
High schools in Palacios
Palacios High School
District of Palacios Independent School DistrictLowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 442
Leisure and activities in Palacios surrounding area
| Golf course | |
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| Palacios Golf Club | Bay-Cel Golf Course to Bay City 16.5 miles |
Other information on the City of Palacios
| Nuclear power plant | South Texas Nuclear Generating Station 21 mile |
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