Houston, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
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
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
2,300,419 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
36.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$62,894 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$253,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$654 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,151 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
37.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Harris County
6
Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands Metro Area
5
Texas
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Harris County
6
Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands Metro Area
5
Texas
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 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 4 0 54

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (52%) (45%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 38%
Hillary Clinton 58%
Other 4%

Schools

Hogg Middle
<1 miles, NE 2.8 star
Harvard El
<1 miles, NW 3.7 star
Heights Hs
<1 miles, N 2.8 star
Crockett El
<1 miles, S 3.7 star

Colleges

University of Houston-Downtown
2 miles, SE 2.8 star
Culinary Institute Inc
3 miles, NE 1.4 star
Houston Community College
3 miles, S 1.9 star

Hospitals

St Joseph Medical Center
3 miles, S 3.2 star
Memorial Hermann Hospital System
3 miles, NW 2.3 star
Park Plaza Hospital
4 miles, S 5 star

Airports

William P Hobby Airport
12 miles, S 3.7 star
Easterwood Field
80 miles, NW 1 star
Jack Brooks Regional Airport
83 miles, E 1 star