La Grange, Texas

My Hometown

I grew up in La Grange, Texas. It's a quaint and charming small town, full of history and families with deep roots in the county. La Grange is located about halfway between Houston and Austin along the Colorado River. 

The town is steadily growing, sitting at a population of around 5,000 in 2010. La Grange has an area of 3.6 square miles. The 2000 Census reported that La Grange had 2,067 housing units at an average density of 579.4 per square mile. The racial makeup of the city was 74.27% White, 10.36% African American, and 12.19% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 20.81% of the population. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females there were 88.5 males.

Median income for a household in 2000 was $31,392, and median income for a family was $39,718. About 13.4% of the population was below the poverty line.

La Grange is a weekend destination for many people looking to get away from the city. The town square is full of boutiques and restaurants, including a local coffee shop and wine bar. When in town, many people visit Monument Hill State Park and the historic Kreische Brewery. The Texas Czech Heritage Center is also located in La Grange. Residents and visitors alike enjoy the local bakeries nestled throughout the town, as well frequenting old dance halls throughout the county. La Grange is the overnight stop for the MS 150 race which runs from Houston to Austin, and with the Colorado River and Fayette Lake nearby, its a perfect place for those seeking outdoor adventures. 

View of the Colorado River from Monument Hill State Park

Fayette County Courthouse

One side of "The Square" in Downtown La Grange