Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area

Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX · Metro Area

7,442,788Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 10 counties (4 central, 6 outlying), part of the Houston-Pasadena, TX combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $82,168
Median home value: $298,000
Land area: 8,860 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Harris County, TX	Central	4,838,303	$74,983	$276,600
Fort Bend County, TX	Central	893,767	$114,041	$374,500
Montgomery County, TX	Outlying	684,432	$97,701	$346,200
Brazoria County, TX	Central	391,255	$97,993	$301,600
Galveston County, TX	Outlying	358,990	$86,105	$314,600
Liberty County, TX	Outlying	103,380	$68,703	$181,700
Waller County, TX	Central	61,552	$80,397	$318,700
Chambers County, TX	Outlying	51,498	$109,804	$329,500
Austin County, TX	Outlying	31,170	$75,789	$296,900
San Jacinto County, TX	Outlying	28,441	$65,364	$209,300

Largest cities and towns

161 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Houston, TX	City	2,328,253	$64,813
Pasadena, TX	City	149,433	$64,927
Pearland, TX	City	127,514	$118,842
The Woodlands, TX	CDP	121,002	$140,701
League City, TX	City	116,215	$121,099
Sugar Land, TX	City	110,016	$136,217
Conroe, TX	City	102,360	$76,206
Atascocita, TX	CDP	99,354	$118,226
Baytown, TX	City	85,205	$59,910
Missouri City, TX	City	76,558	$94,390
Spring, TX	CDP	68,580	$88,997
Texas City, TX	City	55,364	$68,776
Galveston, TX	City	53,424	$55,631
Channelview, TX	CDP	43,605	$64,422
Friendswood, TX	City	41,030	$126,508
Rosenberg, TX	City	40,646	$65,668
La Porte, TX	City	36,730	$80,753
Mission Bend, TX	CDP	36,586	$67,282
Deer Park, TX	City	33,967	$100,382
Alvin, TX	City	28,333	$71,477
Lake Jackson, TX	City	27,974	$90,938
Katy, TX	City	25,184	$114,912
Fresno, TX	CDP	24,560	$91,264
Pecan Grove, TX	CDP	24,272	$131,937
Cloverleaf, TX	CDP	24,063	$54,994

Also in the Houston-Pasadena, TX combined area

Huntsville, TX · micro · 80,209 El Campo, TX · micro · 41,794 Brenham, TX · micro · 36,647 Bay City, TX · micro · 36,329

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

13.9%

Unemployment

6.2%

College Educated

36%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$82,168

Mean Household Income

$117,827

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

49.7%

Female

50.3%

Population Split

Male49.7%

Female50.3%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

Mexican26.1%

German6.9%

English6.7%

Irish4.9%

African2.1%

Italian2.0%

French1.6%

Scottish1.1%

Polish1.0%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

24.3%Foreign Born

75.7%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized43.2%

Non-Citizen56.8%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later37.7%

Before 201062.3%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

2,906,364

Median Rent

$1,430/mo

Median Home Value

$298,000

Median Year Built

1993

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

1,988,157

College Enrollment

17.6%

High School

22.7%

College Educated

36.0%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

29.9 min

Drive Alone Rate

71.6%

Public Transit

1.5%

Work From Home

13.4%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

25.9%

18-34 Years

23.6%

35-64 Years

38.2%

65+ Years

12.3%

Population Composition

Under 1825.9%

18-3423.6%

35-6438.2%

65+12.3%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

49.7%

Single Parent

7.2%

Living Alone

25.1%

Avg Size

2.76

Household Types

Married Couples49.7%

Single Parent7.2%

Living Alone25.1%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$42,619

SNAP Usage

11.6%

Health Insurance

81.5%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k13.8%

$25k - $50k16.6%

$50k - $100k28.0%

$100k+41.6%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

9.3%

Retail Trade

10.4%

Education & Health Care

21.0%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

10.9%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

81.5%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

92.7%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

97.0%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

98.6

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

133.2

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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