Houston, Texas

What's the cost of living in Houston, TX?

The median home sale price in Houston remains on the lower side compared to other similar metro areas, and the overall cost of living in Houston is lower than the national average, as well. 

What's the best way to get around Houston, TX?

It's no secret that Houstonians love their cars, so most people living in surrounding areas like The Woodlands, Katy, Sugar Land and Pearland choose to make the sometimes congested commute into the region via car. The good news is that downtown usually has plenty of parking.

Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County operates a light-rail system within the urban areas, as well as Park N' Ride bus transportation to and from surrounding areas. METRO continues to add to its light-rail system.

There are two major airports: George Bush Intercontinental Airport, one of the country's busiest airports and international hubs; and the smaller William P. Hobby Airport, which is also now an international airport.

Who lives in Houston, TX?

The Bayou City is an international region, boasting one of the youngest, racially and ethnically diverse populations in the country. More than a quarter of the population is younger than 20 years old, and the metro area is home to the third-largest Hispanic and third-largest Mexican populations in the country. A little less than half of Houston's population is single. But there isn't a large population older than 65, which could have something to do with higher property taxes, which is a negative for retirees on a fixed income.

Houston's economy, continued job growth and affordable housing also lure people. And its cache of world-class attractions (such as the Johnson Space Center and the Children's Museum of Houston) makes it a good place to raise a family. 

The region is diverse both politically and culturally. Nearly half of residents speak a language other than English at home, and about 100 languages are spoken in area schools. Religion, especially Christianity, is big in Houston and the metro area contains several of the country's largest mega-churches.

What is there to do in Houston, TX?

The Continental Club and Warehouse Live are just a couple of places that music buffs can jam out to live music. Sports fans have their pick of professional teams to root for, including the Houston Texans (NFL), the Houston Astros (MLB), the Houston Dynamos (MLS) and the Houston Rockets (NBA).

Houston has a vibrant shopping scene too. Popular spots include Green Street, Highland Village, Rice Village, the new River Oaks District and the Galleria.

Award-winning attractions like the Museum of Fine Art and the Houston Zoo attract lots of Houstonians week after week, as do family-friendly activities such as free concerts at the Miller Outdoor Theatre and Discovery Green.