Arcola, TX is a small town located in Brazoria County with a population of 2,593. It has a population density of 1,085 people per square mile compared to the US Population Density of 93 people per square mile. With its unique historical background and friendly atmosphere, Arcola is the perfect place for families and businesses alike.
Businesses in Arcola include the Que-T's Corner Store & BBQ which offers delicious home-style cooking, Nieland Farms which offers fresh fruits and vegetables at their local farm stand, and Donut Palace where you can satisfy your sweet tooth cravings with amazing donuts.
Outdoor activities include fishing at Oyster Creek Park or biking along the trail at Fort Anahuac Park. In addition, you can enjoy bike riding, walking and jogging paths at Crenshaw Park or play disc golf at George Bush Park.
Organizations in Arcola include the Arcola Lions Club which works to improve the community by organizing events such as their Annual Easter egg hunt and Christmas parade as well as providing annual scholarships for local students. Other organizations are the Arcola Chamber of Commerce which promotes commerce in Arcola; The 4H club which serves youth by developing responsibility towards their communities through various projects; and The Rotary Club of Angleton-Arcola which works to make positive changes in their communities.
In terms of sports teams for all ages there is the AYSA Soccer League where children can learn team playing skills while also having fun learning about soccer; The Angleton-Arcola Little League Baseball Team who provides an incredible opportunity for children to participate in a great sport; And BCT Elite Softball who trains young athletes to be competitive on an elite level while teaching them discipline that will help them achieve success both on and off the field.
The population in Arcola is 2,593. There are 1,014 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Arcola is 26.6, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Arcola is 3.8, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Arcola
- 56.2% are married
- 6.7% are divorced
- 52.6% are married with children
- 23.7% have children, but are single
Race in Arcola
- 17.8% are White
- 17.8% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.3% claim Other
- 63.7% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.3% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander