Baytown TX Moving Companies

Baytown, Texas

Baytown, Texas is located mostly in the Harris County, although some parts are in Chambers County in the Gulf Coast region of Texas. Baytown is part of the Houston-Sugar Land-Baytown metropolitan area and is bordered by Galveston Bay and Cedar Bayou. The city lies along the State Highway 146 and the I-10. The estimated population of Baytown was 78,311 in 2009, which makes it the fourth largest city in the metropolitan area. There are many reputable moving companies in Baytown that can help and assist you if you are planning moving to the city.

Economy:
Baytown is regarded as a prosperous industrial city with a lot of business opportunity for both new start-ups and established companies. The major industries include Oil refining, chemicals, rubber and plastics. Baytown is host to operations of many multi-national companies like Exxon-Mobil, Bayer, Amoco, Exxon Chemical and Chevron Phillips. These companies are the major employers in the city. The median household income per year in Baytown is estimated to be $50,107 in 2009. This makes the residents here wealthier than the average residents in Texas. Retail sales in the city have climbed constantly and now exceed $600million per annum. The shopping options range from small quaint shops to the largest single-level shopping mall in the southwest. The financial community of the city consists of seven banks and four credit unions. A number of moving companies also operate in Baytown.

History:
The earliest settlements in the area started in 1822. Among the early settlers was Nathaniel Lynch who set up a ferry crossing between the San Jacinto River and Buffalo Bayou. The ferry crossing is still in operation today and the surrounding area has become known as Lynchburg. These early settlers also played a crucial role for the Independence of Texas. During this time the community at Goose Creek also started to develop. By 1920, Goose Creek also had a rival community on its east, named Pelly. After World War I people began considering merging all three towns into one. There was resistance at first but finally in 1947, the three towns consolidated and the city of Baytown was officially formed on 24th January 1948. A lot of industrial activity followed and the Baytown refinery became one of the biggest Exxon refineries in the world.

Tourism:
Baytown has numerous activities including sailing, fresh and saltwater fishing, duck hunting and paragliding. There is a large acreage known as the Baytown Nature Centre that features wetlands, many bird species, wild flowers and a lot of other wildlife. The beaches of Galveston Island are also very popular among both residents and tourists. The Evergreen Point Golf Course fulfils the need of the golfing community at Baytown. There are also several parks like the Bayland Park Marina, which provides a dock that is popular for fishing and boating. The Goose Creek Stream Greenbelt is popular among cyclists and hikers. The area also has opportunities for canoeing. Sporting facilities in Baytown are also good with the Gray Sports Complex providing walking tracks, lighted sports fields and many other facilities.

Colleges/Universities:

• Lee College
• Houston Community College
• University of Houston

Interesting Facts:

• Baytown was originally three towns that were merged into one city.
• Baytown is home to Exxon’s largest oil refinery in the world.