Favorability to Plaintiff:

5 (Neutral)

Summary:

A rural, agriculture-and-oil economy with Eagle Ford ties and moderate Hispanic demographics, Gonzales sits near San Antonio and blends rural and industrial influences into a moderate score venue. Politics run middle-of-the-road for the region, the oil/gas footprint adds a conservative pull, and local verdict data are thin—so we start with a moderate defense bias baseline. Even so, a decent plaintiff infrastructure, corridor access, and a few plaintiff-friendly results show improving trends. Net: South Texas flavor with Central Texas balance. Plaintiffs can win on clear liability, but expect measured awards.

County Seat:

Gonzales

Population (2024):

20,040

Median Age:

38.8

Median Income:

$59,355

2024 Election Results:

Trump (77.0%)