South Houston, Texas
Quick Statistics
South Houston is a community in Harris County, Texas, home to about 16,033 people spread across 3.0 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $29,572 a year, and a typical home is worth about $189,300. About 15.7% of adults hold a college degree, and 77.8% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 6 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Texas towns GeoStat tracks, South Houston ranks number 199 of 1,795 in population, number 1,085 in median household income, number 692 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around South Houston typically top out near 95°F in July, while January nights average about 44°F. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Pasadena, TX | 4.7 mi. | 149,433 |
| 2. | Galena Park, TX | 5.8 mi. | 10,487 |
| 3. | Deer Park, TX | 7.0 mi. | 33,967 |
| 4. | Brookside Village, TX | 7.2 mi. | 1,565 |
| 5. | Jacinto City, TX | 7.3 mi. | 9,432 |
| 6. | Pearland, TX | 9.2 mi. | 127,514 |
| 7. | Cloverleaf, TX | 9.4 mi. | 24,063 |
| 8. | Friendswood, TX | 10.7 mi. | 41,030 |
What is the population of South Houston, Texas?
South Houston has a population of about 16,033 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is South Houston, Texas in?
South Houston is located in Harris County, Texas.
What is the median home value in South Houston, Texas?
The median home value in South Houston is about $189,300, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in South Houston, Texas?
The median personal income in South Houston is about $29,572 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near South Houston, Texas?
Since 1950, 251 tornadoes have been recorded in Harris County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in South Houston, Texas?
Typical July highs run about 95 degrees and January lows about 44 degrees. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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