Forest Heights, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
1,644 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$48,523 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
64.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$112,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$436 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$784 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Orange County
4
Beaumont-Port Arthur Metro Area
6
Texas
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Orange County
4
Beaumont-Port Arthur Metro Area
5
Texas
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 51
Feb 4 0 54
Mar 4 0 61
Apr 4 0 67
May 5 0 75
Jun 7 0 80
Jul 6 0 82
Aug 5 0 83
Sep 5 0 78
Oct 5 0 69
Nov 5 0 60
Dec 5 0 52

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 29% of residents leaning left and 68% leaning right.

Liberal (29%) (69%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 79%
Hillary Clinton 18%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 14, TX State Senate District 3, TX State House District 21, TX
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Schools

Deweyville El
3 miles, N • 3.2 star
Deweyville Hs
3 miles, N • 2.3 star
Lit Cypr-Mrceville Hs
5 miles, S • 3.2 star
Little Cypress Jh
6 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Lamar State College-Orange
10 miles, S • 1.4 star
Lamar Institute of Technology
23 miles, W • 1.9 star
Lamar University
23 miles, W • 1.9 star
Academy of Hair Design-Beaumont
24 miles, W • 1 star
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Hospitals

West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital
23 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Baptist Beaumont Hospital
24 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Airports

Jack Brooks Regional Airport
25 miles, SW • 1 star
Lake Charles Regional Airport
33 miles, SE • 1 star
William P Hobby Airport
100 miles, W • 3.7 star
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