Economic Resources of the Texas Gulf Coast

The Texas Gulf Coast is an economic powerhouse driven by:

• Oil & Gas: Massive reserves, refineries, petrochemical plants.
• Shipping: Port of Houston is the busiest U.S. port by tonnage.
• Tourism: Beaches, amusement parks, attractions.
• Agriculture: Farms and ranches produce diverse crops and livestock.

These resources support major corporations (ExxonMobil, Chevron, ConocoPhillips), a strong manufacturing base, high median income, low cost of living, and major universities (UT Austin, Texas A&M).