Port Arthur and Golden Pass LNG workforce housing
Last updated 2026-10-19 · Facts as published by the sources listed below. We are not affiliated with this project.
Project facts
| Location | Port Arthur area, Jefferson County · Golden Triangle |
|---|---|
| Port Arthur LNG | About 6,000 workers per day at Phase 1 peak [1] |
| Golden Pass LNG | About 7,000 peak construction jobs [2] |
Where crews live today
Port Arthur, Beaumont, Orange
Hotels and RV parks shared with refinery turnaround crews.
Option 3: own your beds
Hotels, RV parks, and operator camps are all rentals. The third option is to own crew units on land you lease or buy near the work, then move or resell them at the end. Three things decide whether it works:
Land
A level, drained site with truck access for 16 ft wide loads. Leased ranch or industrial land near the gate is common.
Permits: city vs. county
Inside Port Arthur city limits, zoning and any RV park or temporary housing ordinance apply first, so start with the city planning office. Outside city limits, Jefferson County has more limited zoning power, but on-site sewage facilities (septic) need permits under TCEQ rules administered locally, subdivision or plat rules can apply, and fire and road access still matter. Housing three or more workers for more than three days can also trigger a TDHCA Migrant Labor Housing Facility license in some cases; ask counsel how it applies to your crew.
Coastal wind requirements apply; tell us the county so the quote reflects them.
Utilities
Water (city, well, or hauled), wastewater (sewer, septic, or holding tanks), and power service sized for every room’s PTAC and water heater. See what a camp needs.
Cost comparison
| Option | Published cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel at the GSA Jefferson County (standard rate) rate | $113 / night ≈ $3,435 / month per worker | Federal FY2027 lodging rate; actual rates rise with demand |
| Operator camp | Contract rate per bed | Often bundled services and multi-year minimums |
| Owned crew units | Run the calculator | Units, freight and set, site work, minus resale. See cost per bed |
Planning mix
- Turnaround crews: 5- to 7-room sleepers with catered meals
- Long-term crews: 5-bed crew units
Units: 16×76 5-Bed, 5-Bath Crew Unit (Shared Kitchen)16×76 5-Room Sleeper (No Kitchen)7-Room High-Density Sleeper16×76 4-Suite Unit (Four Full Kitchens)
Delivery
Port Arthur is about 242 miles from Seguin, TX in a straight line; road miles are longer. Units travel as 16 ft wide oversize loads with permits. Delivery lead time depends on whether units are in stock or need a build slot. Ask us for a current timeline to Jefferson County.
Common questions
How many workers does Port Arthur LNG need?
Sempra projected about 6,000 workers per day at the Phase 1 peak.
How fast can crew units be set up near Port Arthur?
Units can be delivered once pads, access, and utilities are ready, and site work usually sets the schedule. Lead times depend on stock and build slots; ask us for a current timeline.
Can I own crew housing near Port Arthur instead of renting?
Yes, if you can lease or buy land and permit it. Compare owning with hotels at the GSA rate ($113 a night) in the break-even calculator.
Sources
- Sempra Infrastructure, LNG advances local communities (checked Oct 2026)
- Golden Pass LNG, export project (checked Oct 2026)
Last updated 2026-10-19. Figures are as published by each source on the date shown; re-check before you budget.
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