State Senate District 15, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
970,952 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
41.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$79,237 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$288,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$760 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,250 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
47.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Texas
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 0 52
Feb 3 0 55
Mar 3 0 61
Apr 3 0 68
May 5 0 76
Jun 5 0 81
Jul 4 0 83
Aug 4 0 83
Sep 4 0 79
Oct 5 0 70
Nov 4 0 61
Dec 4 0 54

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

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

Liberal (48%) (48%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 41%
Hillary Clinton 55%
Other 4%

Schools

Harmony School of Technology-Houston
<1 miles, NE 3.2 star
Shotwell Middle
<1 miles, W 1.9 star

Colleges

Hospitals

Hca Houston Healthcare Northwest
6 miles, NE 3.2 star

Airports

William P Hobby Airport
23 miles, S 3.7 star
Easterwood Field
70 miles, NW 1 star
Jack Brooks Regional Airport
87 miles, E 1 star