Taft, TX is a small town in the state of Texas with a population of only 2,844 people. The population density in Taft is 1,729 people per square mile, which is much lower than the US Population Density. Taft offers a variety of businesses and activities for its locals and visitors alike. Some local businesses include La Michoacana Market, Taft Craft Coffee & Tea Co., and Peca's Mexican Restaurant. For outdoor activities, visitors can take advantage of fishing, camping, and nature trails at Lake Mathis Park or visit one of Taft's historic sites like the Coastal Heritage Park Museum. Other organizations in Taft include the Lion's Club and the Rotary Club International who host events such as car shows and 5K races throughout the year. Lastly, local sporting events are often held at the Wildcat Stadium where they hold football games for high school teams from all over South Texas.
The population in Taft is 2,844. There are 1,704 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Taft is 36, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Taft is 2.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Taft
- 46.2% are married
- 13.2% are divorced
- 22.9% are married with children
- 22.0% have children, but are single
Race in Taft
- 16.1% are White
- 1.9% are Black
- 0.2% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.3% claim Other
- 77.8% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 3.4% Two or more races
- 0.2% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander