Fort Bend County, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
859,721 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
81.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
49.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$113,409 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$350,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$962 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,574 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
74.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands Metro Area
5
Texas
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands Metro Area
5
Texas
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 52
Feb 3 0 56
Mar 3 0 62
Apr 3 0 69
May 4 0 76
Jun 5 0 81
Jul 4 0 83
Aug 4 0 84
Sep 4 0 79
Oct 5 0 71
Nov 4 0 62
Dec 3 0 54

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 49% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (49%) (48%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 42%
Hillary Clinton 55%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 22, TX State Senate District 18, TX State House District 28, TX
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Schools

Bf Terry Hs
1 miles, N • 3.2 star
John Arredondo El
1 miles, E • 2.8 star
George Jh
1 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Sebring Career Schools-Houston
15 miles, NE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Oakbend Medical Center
4 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Airports

William P Hobby Airport
31 miles, E • 3.7 star
Easterwood Field
82 miles, N • 1 star
Jack Brooks Regional Airport
109 miles, E • 1 star
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