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Staples

A city of 193 people in Texas
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Conserved land0%none recorded
Trails1.0 mi0.7 mi per sq mi
Parks & preserves0named on the map

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Most working residents leave Staples for work: only 0% work in town. The top destinations are San Antonio (19%), San Marcos (15%) and Seguin (9%). Half commute less than 31 miles.

San Antonio
19%
San Marcos
15%
Seguin
9%
Austin
9%
Census LEHD 2023 · ACSWork & commute in Staples →

Health in Staples

Compared with Texas

5better than TX·9worse

of 26 measures CDC estimates. The other 12 are too close to call.

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Care nearby

Christus Santa Rosa Hospital-San MarcosSan Marcos · 9.7 mi · ER
San Antonio Specialty Health & Sports Medicine - San MarcosSan Marcos · 10.1 mi · sliding-scale fees
Primary careNo shortage
DentalNo shortage
Mental healthNo shortage
CDC PLACES 2025 · modeled estimates for adults · CDC's estimate for Staples · CMS · HRSAHealth in Staples →

Natural hazards in Staples

57
Moderate

Expected storm and flood damage is higher than in 57% of U.S. communities.

🌊 Inland flooding🌪️ Tornadoes🌵 Drought
FEMA National Risk Index December 2025 · OpenFEMANatural hazards in Staples →

Climate in Staples

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Staples has mild winters and hot summers. A typical July afternoon reaches 96°, a January night drops to 40°, and snow is almost unheard of.

65° / 42°Winter
80° / 58°Spring
95° / 73°Summer
82° / 58°Fall
NOAA U.S. Climate Normals, 1991–2020Climate in Staples →

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Nearest: Martindale Community LibraryMartindale · 5.5 miles · 21 hrs a week
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