Port OConnor Texas Map

About Port OConnor, Texas

Port OConnor is a locality in Calhoun County, Texas, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,253. The population density is 35.0 people per km². Port OConnor is located at 28.4483°N, 96.4058°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 77982.

Port OConnor rests on a peninsula, its landscape defined by the subtle shifts of the coast and the persistent whisper of the Gulf of Mexico, a mere mile away. It lies 17.6 miles southeast of Port Lavaca, TX (from Port Lavaca, TX: bearing 131°T), and is situated 21.3 miles south-southwest of Palacios. The air here carries the briny tang of the sea, mingling with the earthy scent of coastal grasses that stretch toward the horizon. To the west, the waters of LaSalle Bayou meander, its dark currents reflecting the broad Texan sky, while closer by, the shallow expanse of Big Dam Bayou offers a haven for wading birds. The land itself is mostly flat, a gentle undulation that hints at the ancient forces that shaped this coastal fringe, and the presence of Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument signifies a commitment to preserving this delicate ecosystem. The history of Port OConnor is as much about the ebb and flow of the tides as it is about human endeavor. Originally a modest fishing village, its fortunes have been tied to the bounty of the Gulf and the development of its harbor. The local economy still thrives on the pursuit of red snapper and speckled trout, drawing anglers from across the region who seek the thrill of a tug on their line and the quiet satisfaction of a day spent on the water. Beyond sport fishing, the community also supports a modest commercial fishing fleet, its weathered boats a familiar sight bobbing in the harbor. The island of Bayucos, a short distance offshore, adds to the area's natural allure, a small, wild counterpoint to the organized human presence of Port OConnor.

About This Port OConnor Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Port OConnor, Texas — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 28.448335, -96.405807. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Port OConnor and Calhoun County.

Detailed location data for Port OConnor includes the ZIP code (77982), telephone area code (409), county seat of Calhoun County (Port Lavaca), and school district assignment. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Port OConnor is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.