Balloons prepare to launch at the annual Big Bend Balloon Bash held each September in Alpine . See page 14
setting , and some of the friendliest people around come together to create a city of style and western charm .
Alpine ' s tempo leaves room for you to pause and take in the surrounding natural beauty while offering the thrum of a community with over 5000 residents and the
The historic Holland Hotel .
spirit of Sul Ross State University . Escape to Alpine when life won ' t slow down , or to get a jolt of true West Texas energy . As the vibrant heart of the Big Bend communities , Alpine offers everything you need for a memorable visit or a permanent home .
Every year , Sul Ross University hosts Cowboy Poetry Gathering on its campus , and you can always visit the Museum of the Big Bend to discover more about the geography and history of the region . Annual region-wide festivals like Viva Big Bend , and local events like Alpine ' s Artwalk and the Alpine Jazz Festival occur throughout the year . Be sure to check an upcoming events schedule before you visit or see page 10 .
Whether you ' re enjoying a novel from Front Street Books with a cup of Big Bend Roaster ' s coffee , being drawn off the street into one of the many art galleries , or recharging at one of the delicious dining options , you can be sure Alpine has something rewarding around every corner . It ’ s no wonder that the city has earned its place among The 100 Best Small Towns in America ! Come see for yourself what makes Alpine one of Texas ’ best places to call “ Home ”. aT
Dana Jones alpine by numbers
Demographics Population :
Median Age : 36
Alpine 2012 , 5,972
( Brewster County 2012 , 9,316 )
Male 49.9 % / Female 50.1 % High School Graduates ,
Age 25 + / 80.5 % Bachelor ’ s Degree or Higher ,
Economic Median Income : Alpine - $ 37,140 Texas - $ 49,392
Age 25 + / 33 % Anglo 45.2 %, Hispanic 51.2 %, Other 1.3 %
Various Land Area in Square Miles
( Brewster County ): 6,183.73
Employment Average Commute to Work
( Minutes ): 11.9
Safety
Law Enforcement Offices in Alpine : Alpine Police Department Brewster County Sheriff ’ s Office Sul Ross State University Police Department Department of Public Safety / Highway Patrol U . S . Customs and Border Protection
Area Code 432 Zip Codes : 79830 , 79831 , 79832 ( Sul Ross State University )
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