Houston-Area Cities & Suburbs
Explore demographics, housing data, and zip codes for 10 major cities in the Greater Houston metropolitan area.
Pearland
Pearland is a fast-growing suburb 20 miles south of downtown Houston in Brazoria County. Known for excellent schools (Pearland ISD), master-planned communities, and a family-friendly atmosphere, Pearland offers suburban living with easy access to the Medical Center and downtown via TX-288.
125,000
Population
$310,000
Median Home
$95,000
Median Income
Kelsey-Seybold Clinic
Top Employer
Friendswood
Friendswood is a charming, tree-lined city straddling Harris and Galveston counties. With top-rated Friendswood ISD schools, low crime rates, and a strong sense of community, it consistently ranks among the best suburbs in the Houston metro.
42,000
Population
$350,000
Median Home
$110,000
Median Income
Friendswood ISD
Top Employer
League City
League City is the largest city in Galveston County, situated between Houston and Galveston. It offers waterfront living, Clear Creek ISD schools, and proximity to NASA's Johnson Space Center. The city has experienced rapid growth with new master-planned communities.
115,000
Population
$320,000
Median Home
$100,000
Median Income
NASA/JSC
Top Employer
Baytown
Baytown is an industrial city 25 miles east of downtown Houston along the Houston Ship Channel. Known for its petrochemical industry, Baytown offers affordable housing, Goose Creek CISD schools, and waterfront recreation along the San Jacinto River and Galveston Bay.
83,000
Population
$185,000
Median Home
$58,000
Median Income
ExxonMobil
Top Employer
Pasadena
Pasadena is Houston's largest suburb by population, located southeast of downtown along the Houston Ship Channel. The city is home to San Jacinto College, the annual Strawberry Festival, and a blue-collar workforce tied to the petrochemical and shipping industries.
155,000
Population
$175,000
Median Home
$50,000
Median Income
Pasadena Refining
Top Employer
Cypress
Cypress is a large unincorporated community in northwest Harris County. Served by the high-performing Cy-Fair ISD, Cypress offers newer master-planned communities like Bridgeland and Cypress Creek Lakes, with home prices that appeal to families seeking top schools at moderate cost.
190,000
Population
$330,000
Median Home
$95,000
Median Income
Cy-Fair ISD
Top Employer
Humble
Humble is a community in northeast Harris County known for its proximity to George Bush Intercontinental Airport and the massive Deerbrook Mall. Humble ISD serves the area with solid schools, and housing is significantly more affordable than inner-loop neighborhoods.
16,000
Population
$215,000
Median Home
$60,000
Median Income
Humble ISD
Top Employer
Stafford
Stafford is a small but economically significant city in Fort Bend County, unique for having no property tax on residents. This tax advantage, combined with proximity to Sugar Land and the Medical Center, makes Stafford an attractive option for homebuyers.
18,000
Population
$220,000
Median Home
$55,000
Median Income
Stafford MSD
Top Employer
Missouri City
Missouri City is a diverse suburb in Fort Bend County adjacent to Sugar Land. The city offers a mix of established and new neighborhoods, Fort Bend ISD schools, and a growing commercial corridor along Highway 6. It's one of the most ethnically diverse suburbs in Texas.
75,000
Population
$260,000
Median Home
$80,000
Median Income
Fort Bend ISD
Top Employer
Galveston
Galveston is a historic island city 50 miles southeast of Houston, offering beach living, Victorian architecture, and a unique island lifestyle. Home to UTMB (University of Texas Medical Branch), cruise ship terminals, and the Strand Historic District, Galveston balances tourism with year-round residential character.
53,000
Population
$250,000
Median Home
$48,000
Median Income
UTMB Health
Top Employer