The Official Corpus Christi Relocation & Newcomers Guide 2018

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Corpus Christi

s Texas’s eighth most populous city and is also hub to the tri-county area which includes Corpus Christi, Kingsville, and Alice. Home of Texas’s premier marinas, Port, and beaches, Corpus Christi is in the midst of $1.2 billion in new development projects - expansion in Port of Corpus Christi and building of the new city bridge. As Corpus Christi maneuvers through the 21st Century, this industrial city is moving ahead wi with a transformation to modern America. A blend of new and established restaurants and recreational programs provide a strong entertainment and social base for area employees and local residents.

Whataburger Field in the S.E.A. District of Downtown Corpus Christi hosts the 2017 World Series Champions Houston Astros Class AA affiliate, the Corpus Christi Hooks. The Hooks ownership group is headed by Baseba Baseball Hall of Famer Nolan Ryan, and a must see landmark called “For Love of the Game” - a 17 foot bronze statue of Nolan Ryan, can be seen right outside the field. Arts and cultural activities are in abundance in the S.E.A. District, which is anchored by the South Texas Art Museum, Corpus Christi Symphony Orchestra and the Art Center of Corpus Christi. The North Beach area features statewide recognized attractions Texas State Aquarium and the USS Lexington – this legacy remains one of Corpus Christi’s strongest assets. Visitors to the South Texas Botanical Gardens rave about the fabulous Rose Garden and magnificent trails along Oso Creek. But one of the greatest things about Corpus Christi, and the thing I love most about it, is the people. I am constantly amazed at how people from all over the world come here with unique ideas and experiences and work together to create shared values and the vision for this wonderful place, for the place they have chosen to call home. All that Corpus Christi has become and all that Corpus Christi will be is rooted in their talents, dedication, and hard work, and I couldn’t be more proud to serve as their Mayor. I welcome you to our city and invite you to discover the many great things Corpus Christi has to offer. Sincerely,

Mayor Joe McComb

photo courtesy of South Texas Botanical Gardens

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North Bay (Portland & Rockport) North Beach

Northwest (Calallen)

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Central Corpus Christi

Port Aransas / Mustang Isalnd

South Side Flour Bluff Padre Island

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Information provided by Corpus Christi Regional Economic Development Corporation.

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Experience

Fine Art and Fun in an architectural landmark! The Art Museum of South Texas is the hot spot for fine art and fun. With stunning views of Corpus Christi Bay, our expansive galleries perfectly showcase our exhibitions of historic and contemporary art.

Visit us today and see art in a whole new way! Family Programs

Membership

Kids Camps Family Days Birthday Parties Contests Mom’s & Tots

Preview Receptions Contemporary Art Circle Collectors’ Club Workshops Lectures

Dale Chihuly, American, b. 1941 Blue Cascade Cohn Chandelier, 1999

Enjoy lunch in the art-filled Hester’s Café overlooking the Corpus Christi Ship Channel, browse the Museum Gift Shop, and discover fine art of the Americas and the region. We support our active military

361-825-3500 1902 N. Shoreline Blvd. Corpus Christi, TX 78401 w w w.ar tm u seumofsout ht exa s.org

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Information provided by Corpus Christi Regional Economic Development Corporation.

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2017

Population

174,388

176,542

Households

66,700

67,345

33.7

34.2

$129,246

$132,000

2.58

$51,332

$53,700

$26,481

$29,359

Median Home Value

Per Capita Income

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103,412

White Alone

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Median Household Income

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59.3%

Average Household Size

Median Age

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1.3%

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Black Alone

Some Other Race ALone

Two or More Races Hispanic Origin

10,063

American indian Alone Asian Alone

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5,473

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2,295

107,160

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3.1% 0.2% 1.3%

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Orchid Conservatory, Bromeliad Conservatory, Butterfly House, Sensory Garden, Rose Garden, Arid Garden, Seasonal Plumeria Garden, Hummingbird Garden, Trails, Wetland Boardwalk, Birding Tower, Gator Lake, Monkey Mansion Tree House, Exotic Parrots, Resident Reptiles! NATURE’S BOUTIQUE in Visitors Center.

FLORA, FAUNA, FUN!

8545 S. Staples St. www.stxbot.org

Corpus Christi TX 78413

361-852-2100

Memberships | Classes | Summer Camps | Volunteers

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STUDENTS FIRST. ALWAYS. Looking for a school that feels like home for your child? Come visit Gregory-Portland ISD. We're a growing close-knit community just north of Corpus Christi with a history of high performance and student success. Rigorous academics include advanced career and technology programs, while competitive athletics and fine arts courses provide a variety of options to excel in schools where every child matters and every moment counts.

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Welcome to Corpus Christi•••

Calk-Wilson Elementary School - Opened 2017

home of the Corpus Christi Independent School District, the city’s largest employer.

We invite you to explore our

campuses, including our growing number of new school

Los Encinos Elementary School - Opened 2017

buildings, specialized academic programs, and an array of opportunities in athletics and fine arts. CCISD: Developing Hearts and Minds since 1909.

Dorothy Adkins Middle School - Opened 2015

Follow us on

Veterans Memorial High School - Opened 2015

CORPUS CHRISTI INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT P.O. Box 110 • 801 Leopard Street • Corpus Christi, Texas 78403-0110 (361) 695-7200 • www.ccisd.us 79


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EDUCATION TAILORED TO THE BUSY ADULT STUDENT

University of the Incarnate Word’s Corpus Christi Center offers affordable degrees with free undergraduate textbooks, no academic fees and reduced tuition. Choose from 100% online or classroom courses offered every 8 weeks to fit your busy schedule.

CORPUS CHRISTI CENTER

BACHELOR’S DEGREES: Business Administration, Leadership Studies, Public Administration, Human Resources, Organizational Development, Criminal Justice, Nursing, Health Sciences, Psychology and more

MASTER’S DEGREES: Business Administration (MBA), Administration (MAA), and Organizational Development and Leadership (MSODL)

CONTACT US TO LEARN MORE 361-888-5445 or cccenter@uiwtx.edu

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Del Mar College was named one of the

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Recover. Rebuild. Revitalize. The Rebuild Texas Fund supports the economic recovery of Texas communities devastated by Hurricane Harvey.

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The Corpus Christi Convention & Visitors Bureau and CITGO invite you to attend Fiesta de la Flor, a signature festival, each Spring, honoring Tejano music superstar Selena Quintanilla. Featuring Multi Grammy Award–winning artists and lineups each year, the festival includes food trucks, a Kids Zone and a Mercado with more than 80 artisan vendors. A grand finale fireworks show wraps up the festivities on Saturday night. Visit us online for more information.

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