Mason, Texas

By | April 17, 2023

According to simplyyellowpages.com, Mason, Texas is located in the Hill Country of Central Texas. The city is situated on the Llano River and is surrounded by rolling hills and pastureland. Mason’s climate is typically mild with hot summers, cool winters, and moderate rainfall throughout the year.

The history of Mason dates back to 1846 when settlers from Germany arrived in the area. The town was officially founded in 1858 and named for Fort Mason which had been built nearby. The town grew quickly due to its location along a stagecoach route and by 1870 it had become an important trading center for the region.

Politically, Mason is a part of Mason County, which is represented in the Texas House of Representatives by Republican Terry Wilson. In terms of economy, timber production has long been important to the local economy as well as ranching and tourism.

Mason has numerous schools including an elementary school, middle school, high school, two private schools and two universities: Schreiner University and Central Texas College. The city also has a number of landmarks including Fort Mason State Historic Site which commemorates its founding father; Old Masons Museum which houses a collection of artifacts from its early days; Valley View Park which offers camping opportunities; and various local restaurants that serve traditional German dishes such as schnitzel and sauerkraut.

Population: 2,134. Estimated population in July 2020: 2,211 (+3.6% change)
Males: 982 (46.0%), Females: 1,152 (54.0%)

Zip code: 76856

Median resident age: 43.9 years
Median household income: $26,344
Median house value: $53,600

Races in Mason:

  • White Non-Hispanic (68.5%)
  • Hispanic (30.0%)
  • Other race (8.2%)
  • Two or more races (2.8%)
  • American Indian (1.4%)

(Total can be greater than 100% because Hispanics could be counted in other races)

Ancestries: German (25.8%), English (9.4%), Irish (9.4%), United States (5.9%), French (3.2%), Scotch-Irish (3.0%).

Land area: 3.7 square miles

Mason, Texas

Population

Mason, Texas is a small town located in the Hill Country of Central Texas. It has a population of approximately 2,000 people, and the majority of the population is white. Over the past few decades, the population has been increasing due to an influx of retirees who are attracted to Mason’s rural charm. Additionally, there has been a recent influx of young professionals who have moved to Mason for its close proximity to larger cities like Austin and San Antonio. The town also has a large Hispanic population due to its proximity to Mexico. The majority of these individuals are second-generation immigrants who work in local businesses or on nearby farms and ranches. The population is spread evenly throughout Mason’s city limits with most residing in single-family homes or apartments. Despite being a small town, Mason offers plenty in terms of activities and amenities for its residents such as shopping centers, restaurants, and parks. There is also an active arts scene with several galleries and performing arts venues that host events throughout the year. In addition to these attractions, residents can enjoy outdoor activities like camping or hiking in nearby state parks or take advantage of two local golf courses for a round of golf. All in all, Mason provides its residents with an idyllic small-town lifestyle while still offering plenty of modern amenities and attractions that draw new people each year.

For population 25 years and over in Mason

  • High school or higher: 72.1%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 13.7%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 5.0%
  • Unemployed: 1.9%
  • Mean travel time to work: 17.7 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Mason city

  • Never married: 20.2%
  • Now married: 52.9%
  • Separated: 2.4%
  • Widowed: 14.2%
  • Divorced: 10.2%

4.8% Foreign born (4.7% Latin America).

Population change in the 1990s: +90 (+4.4%).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Mason:

  • HEART OF TEXAS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL (about 27 miles; BRADY, TX)
  • LLANO MEMORIAL HEALTHCARE SYSTEM (about 40 miles; LLANO, TX)
  • HILL COUNTRY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL INC (about 41 miles; FREDERICKSBURG, TX)

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Mason:

  • SAN ANGELO REGIONAL/MATHIS FIELD (about 96 miles; SAN ANGELO, TX; Abbreviation: SJT)
  • SAN ANTONIO INTL (about 99 miles; SAN ANTONIO, TX; Abbreviation: SAT)
  • ROBERT GRAY AAF (about 101 miles; FORT HOOD/KILLEEN, TX; Abbreviation: GRK)

Other public-use airports nearest to Mason:

  • MASON COUNTY (about 4 miles; MASON, TX; Abbreviation: T92)
  • CURTIS FIELD (about 30 miles; BRADY, TX; Abbreviation: BBD)
  • KIMBLE COUNTY (about 40 miles; JUNCTION, TX; Abbreviation: JCT)

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Mason:

  • THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT SAN ANTONIO (about 92 miles; SAN ANTONIO, TX; Full-time enrollment: 14,495)
  • THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE-SAN ANTONIO (about 98 miles; SAN ANTONIO, TX; Full-time enrollment: 2,303)
  • ST MARYS UNIVERSITY (about 100 miles; SAN ANTONIO, TX; Full-time enrollment: 3,588)
  • UNIVERSITY OF THE INCARNATE WORD (about 102 miles; SAN ANTONIO, TX; Full-time enrollment: 2,734)
  • SAN ANTONIO COLLEGE (about 103 miles; SAN ANTONIO, TX; Full-time enrollment: 11,226)
  • TRINITY UNIVERSITY (about 103 miles; SAN ANTONIO, TX; Full-time enrollment: 2,474)
  • CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE (about 103 miles; KILLEEN, TX; Full-time enrollment: 6,777)

Schools

Public high school in Mason:

  • MASON H S (Students: 213; Location: 1105 W COLLEGE AVE; Grades: 09 – 12)

Public primary/middle schools in Mason:

  • MASON EL/JH SCHOOL (Students: 400; Location: 911 W COLLEGE AVE; Grades: PK – 08)
  • SPECIAL CAMPUS (Location: 911 W COLLEGE AVE; Grades: N – N )

Libraries

Library in Mason:

  • MASON COUNTY M. BEVEN ECKERT MEMORIAL LIBRARY (Operating income: $36,059; Location: 410 POST HILL; 12,114 books; 1,236 audio materials; 375 video materials; 18 serial subscriptions)