Established in 1945 by a group of local businessmen, First State Bank of Odem has been serving San Patricio and Northwest Nueces County for over 75 years with "Home Town Banking". As a Locally Owned Independent Community Bank, it is committed to providing high-quality, friendly customer service, treating people the way they want to be treated. The bank expanded its presence by opening a second office in Northwest Corpus Christi in 2000, a third in Robstown in 2005, and a fourth in Sinton in 2007, aiming to bring "Home Town" banking back to communities where local banks had disappeared.

Decisions are made locally and quickly, ensuring responsive service. In addition to offering all types of accounts, First State Bank of Odem specializes in commercial and agricultural lending, as well as residential real estate and consumer loans. The bank continues to grow and add new and innovative products and services, maintaining its identity as a Home Town Community Bank where customers talk to people, not machines.