Prairie View, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
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
8,220 332.4M (US)
Median Age
20.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
35.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
43.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$19,106 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
49.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$171,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$629 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$738 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
17.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Waller County
4
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

Waller County
5
Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands Metro Area
5
Texas
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 0 51
Feb 3 0 54
Mar 3 0 61
Apr 3 0 68
May 5 0 75
Jun 5 0 81
Jul 3 0 83
Aug 3 0 84
Sep 4 0 79
Oct 5 0 70
Nov 5 0 60
Dec 4 0 52

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (65%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 10, TX State Senate District 18, TX State House District 85, TX
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Schools

Ht Jones El
<1 miles, N • 2.3 star
Waller Jjaep
3 miles, SE
It Holleman El
3 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Prairie View A & M University
1 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Blinn College
26 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Hca Houston Healthcare Tomball
21 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Airports

Easterwood Field
42 miles, N • 1 star
William P Hobby Airport
52 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
101 miles, NW • 3.7 star
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