Frequently Asked Questions

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Q.What is the population of Beaumont?

With a population of 115,570 that covers almost 79 square miles, Beaumont is the largest city in Southeast Texas.

Q.What is the weather like in Beaumont?

Because of Beaumont's moderate climate, outdoor activity is a year round past time. Almost two million people annually spend their leisure time in parks, lakes, beaches, wooded areas and marshlands in the Beaumont area.

Q.Where is Beaumont? How do I get there?

We are the crossroads of Interstate 10 and US 69/90/96/287, just 90 miles from Houston, 280 miles from San Antonio, 25 miles from the Louisiana border and 260 miles from New Orleans. Because Beaumont is a hub city, you can plan to arrive here via highway, air, rail or even water. Southeast Texas Regional Airport is served by Continental Express and offers roughly 10 daily departures (plus 4 daily arrivals). Worldwide connections are available in nearby Houston. Once in the city, you will enjoy the courteous and prompt services of the Beaumont Municipal Transit. In addition to many taxi and limousine services available to you, Beaumont is a regular stop for Greyhound and Amtrak.