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Economy / Employment

Economy / Employment

Economy / Employment

Census Place (City): Houston

Value
Compared to:

Economy / Employment

Census Place (City): Houston

Value
Compared to:

Census Place (City): Houston Unemployed Workers in Civilian Labor Force

Current Value:

Unemployed Workers in Civilian Labor Force

4.2%
(November 2023)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Houston has a value of 4.2% which is in the worst 25% of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.3% while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3.8%.
TX Counties
Compared to U.S. Counties, Houston has a value of 4.2% which is in the worst 25% of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.2% while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3.8%.
U.S. Counties
Compared to the TX Value (3.5%), Houston has a value of 4.2% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(3.5%)
Compared to the US Value (3.5%), Houston has a value of 4.2% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(3.5%)
Compared to the prior value, Houston (4.2%) is less and better than the previously measured value (4.5%).
Prior Value
(4.5%)
Over time, the Houston value is decreasing, not significantly.
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Economy / Employment

City: City of Houston

Value
Compared to:

Economy / Employment

City: City of Houston

Value
Compared to:

City: City of Houston Female Population 16+ in Civilian Labor Force

Current Value:

Female Population 16+ in Civilian Labor Force

59.4%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, City of Houston has a value of 59.4% which is in the best 50% of cities. Cities in the best 50% have a value higher than 52.5% while cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than 48.5%.
TX Counties
Compared to U.S. Counties, City of Houston has a value of 59.4% which is in the best 50% of cities. Cities in the best 50% have a value higher than 54.4% while cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than 49.6%.
U.S. Counties
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value (59.6%), City of Houston has a value of 59.4% which is lower and worse.
Harris, TX County Value
(59.6%)
Compared to the TX Value (58.5%), City of Houston has a value of 59.4% which is higher and better.
TX Value
(58.5%)
Compared to the US Value (58.5%), City of Houston has a value of 59.4% which is higher and better.
US Value
(58.5%)
Over time, the City of Houston value is increasing, not significantly.
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City: City of Houston Population 16+ in Civilian Labor Force

Current Value:

Population 16+ in Civilian Labor Force

62.5%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, City of Houston has a value of 62.5% which is in the best 50% of cities. Cities in the best 50% have a value higher than 55.1% while cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than 50.5%.
TX Counties
Compared to U.S. Counties, City of Houston has a value of 62.5% which is in the best 50% of cities. Cities in the best 50% have a value higher than 55.7% while cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than 50.3%.
U.S. Counties
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value (63.0%), City of Houston has a value of 62.5% which is lower and worse.
Harris, TX County Value
(63.0%)
Compared to the TX Value (61.3%), City of Houston has a value of 62.5% which is higher and better.
TX Value
(61.3%)
Compared to the US Value (59.6%), City of Houston has a value of 62.5% which is higher and better.
US Value
(59.6%)
Over time, the City of Houston value is decreasing, not significantly.
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Economy / Food Insecurity

Economy / Food Insecurity

Economy / Food Insecurity

Census Place (City): Houston

Value
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Economy / Food Insecurity

Census Place (City): Houston

Value
Compared to:

Census Place (City): Houston Households Receiving SNAP with Children

Current Value:

Households Receiving SNAP with Children

57.4%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value (61.4%), Houston has a value of 57.4%.
Harris, TX County Value
(61.4%)
Compared to the TX Value (60.6%), Houston has a value of 57.4%.
TX Value
(60.6%)
Compared to the US Value (47.9%), Houston has a value of 57.4%.
US Value
(47.9%)
Over time, the Houston value is decreasing, significantly.
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Economy / Food Insecurity

City: City of Houston

Value
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Economy / Food Insecurity

City: City of Houston

Value
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City: City of Houston Households Receiving SNAP with Children

Current Value:

Households Receiving SNAP with Children

57.7%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value (61.4%), City of Houston has a value of 57.7%.
Harris, TX County Value
(61.4%)
Compared to the TX Value (60.6%), City of Houston has a value of 57.7%.
TX Value
(60.6%)
Compared to the US Value (47.9%), City of Houston has a value of 57.7%.
US Value
(47.9%)
Over time, the City of Houston value is decreasing, significantly.
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Economy / Government Assistance

Economy / Government Assistance

Economy / Government Assistance

Census Place (City): Houston

Value
Compared to:

Economy / Government Assistance

Census Place (City): Houston

Value
Compared to:

Census Place (City): Houston Households with Cash Public Assistance Income

Current Value:

Households with Cash Public Assistance Income

2.2%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Census Places, Houston has a value of 2.2% which is in the worst 25% of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value lower than 0.9% while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value higher than 2.2%.
TX Census Places
(2017-2021)
Compared to U.S. Census Places, Houston has a value of 2.2% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value lower than 1.5% while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3.4%.
U.S. Census Places
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value (2.3%), Houston has a value of 2.2% which is lower and better.
Harris, TX County Value
(2.3%)
Compared to the TX Value (2.0%), Houston has a value of 2.2% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(2.0%)
Compared to the US Value (2.7%), Houston has a value of 2.2% which is lower and better.
US Value
(2.7%)
Over time, the Houston value is increasing, not significantly.
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Economy / Government Assistance

City: City of Houston

Value
Compared to:

Economy / Government Assistance

City: City of Houston

Value
Compared to:

City: City of Houston Households with Cash Public Assistance Income

Current Value:

Households with Cash Public Assistance Income

2.1%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, City of Houston has a value of 2.1% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of cities. Cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 1.8% while cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 2.4%.
TX Counties
Compared to U.S. Counties, City of Houston has a value of 2.1% which is in the best 50% of cities. Cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 2.1% while cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3.0%.
U.S. Counties
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value (2.3%), City of Houston has a value of 2.1% which is lower and better.
Harris, TX County Value
(2.3%)
Compared to the TX Value (2.0%), City of Houston has a value of 2.1% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(2.0%)
Compared to the US Value (2.7%), City of Houston has a value of 2.1% which is lower and better.
US Value
(2.7%)
Over time, the City of Houston value is increasing significantly.
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Economy / Housing & Homes

Economy / Housing & Homes

Economy / Housing & Homes

Census Place (City): Houston

Value
Compared to:

Economy / Housing & Homes

Census Place (City): Houston

Value
Compared to:

Census Place (City): Houston Homeowner Vacancy Rate

Current Value:

Homeowner Vacancy Rate

1.9%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Census Places, Houston has a value of 1.9% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value lower than 0.7% while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3.0%.
TX Census Places
(2011-2015)
Compared to U.S. Census Places, Houston has a value of 1.9% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value lower than 0.3% while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value higher than 3.1%.
U.S. Census Places
(2013-2017)
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value (1.4%), Houston has a value of 1.9% which is higher and worse.
Harris, TX County Value
(1.4%)
Compared to the TX Value (1.2%), Houston has a value of 1.9% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(1.2%)
Compared to the US Value (1.1%), Houston has a value of 1.9% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(1.1%)
Over time, the Houston value is decreasing, not significantly.
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Census Place (City): Houston Homeownership

Current Value:

Homeownership

37.4%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Census Places, Houston has a value of 37.4% which is in the worst 25% of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value higher than 60.2% while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value lower than 49.9%.
TX Census Places
Compared to U.S. Census Places, Houston has a value of 37.4% which is in the worst 25% of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value higher than 62.0% while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value lower than 49.7%.
U.S. Census Places
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value (49.9%), Houston has a value of 37.4% which is lower and worse.
Harris, TX County Value
(49.9%)
Compared to the TX Value (56.2%), Houston has a value of 37.4% which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(56.2%)
Compared to the US Value (57.8%), Houston has a value of 37.4% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(57.8%)
Over time, the Houston value is decreasing, significantly.
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Census Place (City): Houston Median Household Gross Rent

Current Value:

Median Household Gross Rent

$1,235
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Census Places, Houston has a value of $1,235 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value lower than $975 while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value higher than $1,239.
TX Census Places
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value ($1,269), Houston has a value of $1,235 which is lower and better.
Harris, TX County Value
($1,269)
Compared to the TX Value ($1,251), Houston has a value of $1,235 which is lower and better.
TX Value
($1,251)
Compared to the US Value ($1,268), Houston has a value of $1,235 which is lower and better.
US Value
($1,268)
Over time, the Houston value is increasing significantly.
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Census Place (City): Houston Median Housing Unit Value

Current Value:

Median Housing Unit Value

$235,000
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Census Places, Houston has a value of $235,000 which is in the best 50% of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value higher than $142,250 while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value lower than $92,700.
TX Census Places
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value ($235,300), Houston has a value of $235,000 which is lower and worse.
Harris, TX County Value
($235,300)
Compared to the TX Value ($238,000), Houston has a value of $235,000 which is lower and worse.
TX Value
($238,000)
Compared to the US Value ($281,900), Houston has a value of $235,000 which is lower and worse.
US Value
($281,900)
Over time, the Houston value is increasing significantly.
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Census Place (City): Houston Median Monthly Owner Costs for Households without a Mortgage

Current Value:

Median Monthly Owner Costs for Households without a Mortgage

$605
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Census Places, Houston has a value of $605 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value lower than $502 while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value higher than $619.
TX Census Places
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value ($666), Houston has a value of $605 which is lower and better.
Harris, TX County Value
($666)
Compared to the TX Value ($611), Houston has a value of $605 which is lower and better.
TX Value
($611)
Compared to the US Value ($584), Houston has a value of $605 which is higher and worse.
US Value
($584)
Over time, the Houston value is increasing significantly.
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Census Place (City): Houston Mortgaged Owners Median Monthly Household Costs

Current Value:

Mortgaged Owners Median Monthly Household Costs

$1,973
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Census Places, Houston has a value of $1,973 which is in the worst 25% of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value lower than $1,439 while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value higher than $1,794.
TX Census Places
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value ($1,937), Houston has a value of $1,973 which is higher and worse.
Harris, TX County Value
($1,937)
Compared to the TX Value ($1,913), Houston has a value of $1,973 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
($1,913)
Compared to the US Value ($1,828), Houston has a value of $1,973 which is higher and worse.
US Value
($1,828)
Over time, the Houston value is increasing significantly.
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Census Place (City): Houston Mortgaged Owners Spending 30% or More of Household Income on Housing

Current Value:

Mortgaged Owners Spending 30% or More of Household Income on Housing

31.8%
(2022)
Compared to:
Compared to U.S. Counties, Houston has a value of 31.8% which is in the worst 25% of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value lower than 25.2% while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value higher than 29.9%.
U.S. Counties
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value (31.1%), Houston has a value of 31.8% which is higher and worse.
Harris, TX County Value
(31.1%)
Compared to the TX Value (28.9%), Houston has a value of 31.8% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(28.9%)
Compared to the US Value (27.8%), Houston has a value of 31.8% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(27.8%)
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (25.5%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(25.5%)
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Census Place (City): Houston Overcrowded Households

Current Value:

Overcrowded Households

7.5%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Census Places, Houston has a value of 7.5% which is in the worst 25% of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value lower than 2.6% while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value higher than 5.9%.
TX Census Places
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value (6.4%), Houston has a value of 7.5% which is higher and worse.
Harris, TX County Value
(6.4%)
Compared to the TX Value (4.8%), Houston has a value of 7.5% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(4.8%)
Compared to the US Value (3.4%), Houston has a value of 7.5% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(3.4%)
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Census Place (City): Houston Renters Spending 30% or More of Household Income on Rent

Current Value:

Renters Spending 30% or More of Household Income on Rent

52.3%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Census Places, Houston has a value of 52.3% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value lower than 44.8% while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value higher than 57.5%.
TX Census Places
Compared to U.S. Census Places, Houston has a value of 52.3% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value lower than 44.2% while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value higher than 57.1%.
U.S. Census Places
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value (51.9%), Houston has a value of 52.3% which is higher and worse.
Harris, TX County Value
(51.9%)
Compared to the TX Value (49.7%), Houston has a value of 52.3% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(49.7%)
Compared to the US Value (49.9%), Houston has a value of 52.3% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(49.9%)
Over time, the Houston value is increasing significantly.
Trend
Compared to the HP 2030 Target (25.5%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(25.5%)
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Economy / Housing & Homes

City: City of Houston

Value
Compared to:

Economy / Housing & Homes

City: City of Houston

Value
Compared to:

City: City of Houston Homeowner Vacancy Rate

Current Value:

Homeowner Vacancy Rate

1.9%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, City of Houston has a value of 1.9% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of cities. Cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 1.2% while cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 2.0%.
TX Counties
Compared to U.S. Counties, City of Houston has a value of 1.9% which is in the worst 25% of cities. Cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 1.1% while cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 1.7%.
U.S. Counties
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value (1.4%), City of Houston has a value of 1.9% which is higher and worse.
Harris, TX County Value
(1.4%)
Compared to the TX Value (1.2%), City of Houston has a value of 1.9% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(1.2%)
Compared to the US Value (1.1%), City of Houston has a value of 1.9% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(1.1%)
Over time, the City of Houston value is increasing, not significantly.
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City: City of Houston Homeownership

Current Value:

Homeownership

39.6%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, City of Houston has a value of 39.6% which is in the worst 25% of cities. Cities in the best 50% have a value higher than 57.4% while cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than 51.8%.
TX Counties
Compared to U.S. Counties, City of Houston has a value of 39.6% which is in the worst 25% of cities. Cities in the best 50% have a value higher than 60.4% while cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than 54.6%.
U.S. Counties
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value (49.9%), City of Houston has a value of 39.6% which is lower and worse.
Harris, TX County Value
(49.9%)
Compared to the TX Value (56.2%), City of Houston has a value of 39.6% which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(56.2%)
Compared to the US Value (57.8%), City of Houston has a value of 39.6% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(57.8%)
Over time, the City of Houston value is decreasing, not significantly.
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City: City of Houston Median Household Gross Rent

Current Value:

Median Household Gross Rent

$1,258
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, City of Houston has a value of $1,258 which is in the worst 25% of cities. Cities in the best 50% have a value lower than $896 while cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than $1,025.
TX Counties
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value ($1,269), City of Houston has a value of $1,258 which is lower and better.
Harris, TX County Value
($1,269)
Compared to the TX Value ($1,251), City of Houston has a value of $1,258 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
($1,251)
Compared to the US Value ($1,268), City of Houston has a value of $1,258 which is lower and better.
US Value
($1,268)
Over time, the City of Houston value is increasing significantly.
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City: City of Houston Median Housing Unit Value

Current Value:

Median Housing Unit Value

$242,519
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, City of Houston has a value of $242,519 which is in the best 50% of cities. Cities in the best 50% have a value higher than $142,050 while cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than $105,275.
TX Counties
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value ($235,300), City of Houston has a value of $242,519 which is higher and better.
Harris, TX County Value
($235,300)
Compared to the TX Value ($238,000), City of Houston has a value of $242,519 which is higher and better.
TX Value
($238,000)
Compared to the US Value ($281,900), City of Houston has a value of $242,519 which is lower and worse.
US Value
($281,900)
Over time, the City of Houston value is increasing significantly.
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City: City of Houston Median Monthly Owner Costs for Households without a Mortgage

Current Value:

Median Monthly Owner Costs for Households without a Mortgage

$611
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, City of Houston has a value of $611 which is in the worst 25% of cities. Cities in the best 50% have a value lower than $488 while cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than $549.
TX Counties
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value ($666), City of Houston has a value of $611 which is lower and better.
Harris, TX County Value
($666)
Compared to the TX Value ($611), City of Houston has a value of $611.
TX Value
($611)
Compared to the US Value ($584), City of Houston has a value of $611 which is higher and worse.
US Value
($584)
Over time, the City of Houston value is increasing significantly.
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City: City of Houston Mortgaged Owners Median Monthly Household Costs

Current Value:

Mortgaged Owners Median Monthly Household Costs

$1,970
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, City of Houston has a value of $1,970 which is in the worst 25% of cities. Cities in the best 50% have a value lower than $1,422 while cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than $1,624.
TX Counties
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value ($1,937), City of Houston has a value of $1,970 which is higher and worse.
Harris, TX County Value
($1,937)
Compared to the TX Value ($1,913), City of Houston has a value of $1,970 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
($1,913)
Compared to the US Value ($1,828), City of Houston has a value of $1,970 which is higher and worse.
US Value
($1,828)
Over time, the City of Houston value is increasing significantly.
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City: City of Houston Overcrowded Households

Current Value:

Overcrowded Households

7.4%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, City of Houston has a value of 7.4% which is in the worst 25% of cities. Cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.4% while cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 5.0%.
TX Counties
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value (6.4%), City of Houston has a value of 7.4% which is higher and worse.
Harris, TX County Value
(6.4%)
Compared to the TX Value (4.8%), City of Houston has a value of 7.4% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(4.8%)
Compared to the US Value (3.4%), City of Houston has a value of 7.4% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(3.4%)
Over time, the City of Houston value is increasing, not significantly.
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City: City of Houston Renters Spending 30% or More of Household Income on Rent

Current Value:

Renters Spending 30% or More of Household Income on Rent

51.4%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, City of Houston has a value of 51.4% which is in the worst 25% of cities. Cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 45.1% while cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 50.9%.
TX Counties
Compared to U.S. Counties, City of Houston has a value of 51.4% which is in the worst 25% of cities. Cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 44.3% while cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 49.8%.
U.S. Counties
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value (51.9%), City of Houston has a value of 51.4% which is lower and better.
Harris, TX County Value
(51.9%)
Compared to the TX Value (49.7%), City of Houston has a value of 51.4% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(49.7%)
Compared to the US Value (49.9%), City of Houston has a value of 51.4% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(49.9%)
Over time, the City of Houston value is increasing significantly.
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Compared to the HP 2030 Target (25.5%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(25.5%)
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Economy / Income

Economy / Income

Economy / Income

Census Place (City): Houston

Value
Compared to:

Economy / Income

Census Place (City): Houston

Value
Compared to:

Census Place (City): Houston Households that are Above the Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed (ALICE) Threshold

Current Value:

Households that are Above the Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed (ALICE) Threshold

46.7%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Houston has a value of 46.7% which is in the worst 25% of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value higher than 55.4% while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value lower than 49.6%.
TX Counties
Compared to TX Census Places, Houston has a value of 46.7% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value higher than 52.9% while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value lower than 43.1%.
TX Census Places
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value (52.8%), Houston has a value of 46.7% which is lower and worse.
Harris, TX County Value
(52.8%)
Compared to the TX Value (57.0%), Houston has a value of 46.7% which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(57.0%)
Compared to the prior value, Houston (46.7%) is greater and better than the previously measured value (44.9%).
Prior Value
(44.9%)
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Census Place (City): Houston Households that are Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed (ALICE)

Current Value:

Households that are Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed (ALICE)

35.6%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Houston has a value of 35.6% which is in the worst 25% of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value lower than 29.2% while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value higher than 32.6%.
TX Counties
Compared to TX Census Places, Houston has a value of 35.6% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value lower than 29.6% while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value higher than 37.0%.
TX Census Places
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value (32.0%), Houston has a value of 35.6% which is higher and worse.
Harris, TX County Value
(32.0%)
Compared to the TX Value (29.0%), Houston has a value of 35.6% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(29.0%)
Compared to the prior value, Houston (35.6%) is less and better than the previously measured value (37.2%).
Prior Value
(37.2%)
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Census Place (City): Houston Income Inequality

Current Value:

Income Inequality

0.531
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Census Places, Houston has a value of 0.531 which is in the worst 25% of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value lower than 0.412 while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value higher than 0.459.
TX Census Places
Compared to U.S. Census Places, Houston has a value of 0.531 which is in the worst 25% of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value lower than 0.404 while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value higher than 0.452.
U.S. Census Places
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value (0.497), Houston has a value of 0.531 which is higher and worse.
Harris, TX County Value
(0.497)
Compared to the TX Value (0.476), Houston has a value of 0.531 which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(0.476)
Compared to the US Value (0.483), Houston has a value of 0.531 which is higher and worse.
US Value
(0.483)
Over time, the Houston value is increasing, not significantly.
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Census Place (City): Houston Median Household Income

Current Value:

Median Household Income

$60,440
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Census Places, Houston has a value of $60,440 which is in the best 50% of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value higher than $59,848 while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value lower than $47,071.
TX Census Places
Compared to U.S. Census Places, Houston has a value of $60,440 which is in the 2nd worst quartile of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value higher than $61,726 while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value lower than $48,125.
U.S. Census Places
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value ($70,789), Houston has a value of $60,440 which is lower and worse.
Harris, TX County Value
($70,789)
Compared to the TX Value ($73,035), Houston has a value of $60,440 which is lower and worse.
TX Value
($73,035)
Compared to the US Value ($75,149), Houston has a value of $60,440 which is lower and worse.
US Value
($75,149)
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Census Place (City): Houston Per Capita Income

Current Value:

Per Capita Income

$38,834
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Census Places, Houston has a value of $38,834 which is in the best 50% of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value higher than $28,004 while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value lower than $22,337.
TX Census Places
Compared to U.S. Census Places, Houston has a value of $38,834 which is in the best 50% of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value higher than $31,134 while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value lower than $24,781.
U.S. Census Places
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value ($38,184), Houston has a value of $38,834 which is higher and better.
Harris, TX County Value
($38,184)
Compared to the TX Value ($37,514), Houston has a value of $38,834 which is higher and better.
TX Value
($37,514)
Compared to the US Value ($41,261), Houston has a value of $38,834 which is lower and worse.
US Value
($41,261)
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Economy / Income

City: City of Houston

Value
Compared to:

Economy / Income

City: City of Houston

Value
Compared to:

City: City of Houston Median Household Income

Current Value:

Median Household Income

$61,594
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, City of Houston has a value of $61,594 which is in the best 50% of cities. Cities in the best 50% have a value higher than $59,778 while cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than $52,800.
TX Counties
Compared to U.S. Counties, City of Houston has a value of $61,594 which is in the best 50% of cities. Cities in the best 50% have a value higher than $60,831 while cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than $52,521.
U.S. Counties
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value ($70,789), City of Houston has a value of $61,594 which is lower and worse.
Harris, TX County Value
($70,789)
Compared to the TX Value ($73,035), City of Houston has a value of $61,594 which is lower and worse.
TX Value
($73,035)
Compared to the US Value ($75,149), City of Houston has a value of $61,594 which is lower and worse.
US Value
($75,149)
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City: City of Houston Per Capita Income

Current Value:

Per Capita Income

$39,828
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, City of Houston has a value of $39,828 which is in the best 50% of cities. Cities in the best 50% have a value higher than $30,711 while cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than $26,833.
TX Counties
Compared to U.S. Counties, City of Houston has a value of $39,828 which is in the best 50% of cities. Cities in the best 50% have a value higher than $32,340 while cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than $28,112.
U.S. Counties
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value ($38,184), City of Houston has a value of $39,828 which is higher and better.
Harris, TX County Value
($38,184)
Compared to the TX Value ($37,514), City of Houston has a value of $39,828 which is higher and better.
TX Value
($37,514)
Compared to the US Value ($41,261), City of Houston has a value of $39,828 which is lower and worse.
US Value
($41,261)
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Economy / Poverty

Economy / Poverty

Economy / Poverty

Census Place (City): Houston

Value
Compared to:

Economy / Poverty

Census Place (City): Houston

Value
Compared to:

Census Place (City): Houston Children Living Below Poverty Level

Current Value:

Children Living Below Poverty Level

30.0%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Census Places, Houston has a value of 30.0% which is in the worst 25% of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.9% while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value higher than 29.7%.
TX Census Places
Compared to U.S. Census Places, Houston has a value of 30.0% which is in the worst 25% of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.2% while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value higher than 27.0%.
U.S. Census Places
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value (23.2%), Houston has a value of 30.0% which is higher and worse.
Harris, TX County Value
(23.2%)
Compared to the TX Value (19.3%), Houston has a value of 30.0% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(19.3%)
Compared to the US Value (16.7%), Houston has a value of 30.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(16.7%)
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Census Place (City): Houston Families Living Below Poverty Level

Current Value:

Families Living Below Poverty Level

16.3%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Census Places, Houston has a value of 16.3% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value lower than 9.2% while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.0%.
TX Census Places
Compared to U.S. Census Places, Houston has a value of 16.3% which is in the worst 25% of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value lower than 7.2% while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value higher than 14.4%.
U.S. Census Places
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value (12.8%), Houston has a value of 16.3% which is higher and worse.
Harris, TX County Value
(12.8%)
Compared to the TX Value (10.7%), Houston has a value of 16.3% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(10.7%)
Compared to the US Value (8.8%), Houston has a value of 16.3% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(8.8%)
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Census Place (City): Houston Households Living Below Poverty Level

Current Value:

Households Living Below Poverty Level

17.7%
(2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, Houston has a value of 17.7% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.7% while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value higher than 18.1%.
TX Counties
Compared to TX Census Places, Houston has a value of 17.7% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value lower than 13.4% while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value higher than 21.5%.
TX Census Places
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value (15.2%), Houston has a value of 17.7% which is higher and worse.
Harris, TX County Value
(15.2%)
Compared to the TX Value (14.0%), Houston has a value of 17.7% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(14.0%)
Compared to the prior value, Houston (17.7%) is less and better than the previously measured value (17.8%).
Prior Value
(17.8%)
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Census Place (City): Houston People 65+ Living Below Poverty Level

Current Value:

People 65+ Living Below Poverty Level

15.7%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Census Places, Houston has a value of 15.7% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value lower than 9.5% while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value higher than 18.3%.
TX Census Places
Compared to U.S. Census Places, Houston has a value of 15.7% which is in the worst 25% of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.1% while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value higher than 14.6%.
U.S. Census Places
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value (12.4%), Houston has a value of 15.7% which is higher and worse.
Harris, TX County Value
(12.4%)
Compared to the TX Value (11.4%), Houston has a value of 15.7% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(11.4%)
Compared to the US Value (10.0%), Houston has a value of 15.7% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(10.0%)
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Census Place (City): Houston People Living 200% Above Poverty Level

Current Value:

People Living 200% Above Poverty Level

58.7%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Census Places, Houston has a value of 58.7% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value higher than 62.9% while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value lower than 50.5%.
TX Census Places
Compared to U.S. Census Places, Houston has a value of 58.7% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value higher than 68.0% while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value lower than 54.5%.
U.S. Census Places
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value (64.9%), Houston has a value of 58.7% which is lower and worse.
Harris, TX County Value
(64.9%)
Compared to the TX Value (67.8%), Houston has a value of 58.7% which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(67.8%)
Compared to the US Value (71.2%), Houston has a value of 58.7% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(71.2%)
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Census Place (City): Houston People Living Below Poverty Level

Current Value:

People Living Below Poverty Level

19.6%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Census Places, Houston has a value of 19.6% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.8% while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value higher than 21.5%.
TX Census Places
Compared to U.S. Census Places, Houston has a value of 19.6% which is in the worst 25% of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value lower than 11.2% while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value higher than 19.4%.
U.S. Census Places
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value (15.8%), Houston has a value of 19.6% which is higher and worse.
Harris, TX County Value
(15.8%)
Compared to the TX Value (13.9%), Houston has a value of 19.6% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(13.9%)
Compared to the US Value (12.5%), Houston has a value of 19.6% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(12.5%)
Over time, the Houston value is decreasing, significantly.
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Compared to the HP 2030 Target (8.0%), the target has not been met.
HP 2030 Target
(8.0%)
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Census Place (City): Houston Poverty Status by School Enrollment

Current Value:

Poverty Status by School Enrollment

22.5%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Census Places, Houston has a value of 22.5% which is in the worst 25% of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value lower than 10.3% while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value higher than 21.9%.
TX Census Places
Compared to U.S. Census Places, Houston has a value of 22.5% which is in the worst 25% of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value lower than 8.3% while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value higher than 19.4%.
U.S. Census Places
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value (17.6%), Houston has a value of 22.5% which is higher and worse.
Harris, TX County Value
(17.6%)
Compared to the TX Value (14.4%), Houston has a value of 22.5% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(14.4%)
Compared to the US Value (12.4%), Houston has a value of 22.5% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(12.4%)
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Census Place (City): Houston Youth not in School or Working

Current Value:

Youth not in School or Working

2.7%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Census Places, Houston has a value of 2.7% which is in the best 50% of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value lower than 3.9% while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value higher than 13.0%.
TX Census Places
(2015-2019)
Compared to U.S. Census Places, Houston has a value of 2.7% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value lower than 1.0% while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value higher than 10.1%.
U.S. Census Places
(2015-2019)
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value (2.2%), Houston has a value of 2.7% which is higher and worse.
Harris, TX County Value
(2.2%)
Compared to the TX Value (1.8%), Houston has a value of 2.7% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(1.8%)
Compared to the US Value (1.8%), Houston has a value of 2.7% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(1.8%)
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Economy / Poverty

City: City of Houston

Value
Compared to:

Economy / Poverty

City: City of Houston

Value
Compared to:

City: City of Houston Children Living Below Poverty Level

Current Value:

Children Living Below Poverty Level

30.1%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, City of Houston has a value of 30.1% which is in the worst 25% of cities. Cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 18.4% while cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 25.4%.
TX Counties
Compared to U.S. Counties, City of Houston has a value of 30.1% which is in the worst 25% of cities. Cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 17.4% while cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 24.3%.
U.S. Counties
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value (23.2%), City of Houston has a value of 30.1% which is higher and worse.
Harris, TX County Value
(23.2%)
Compared to the TX Value (19.3%), City of Houston has a value of 30.1% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(19.3%)
Compared to the US Value (16.7%), City of Houston has a value of 30.1% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(16.7%)
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City: City of Houston Families Living Below Poverty Level

Current Value:

Families Living Below Poverty Level

16.0%
(2017-2021)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, City of Houston has a value of 16.0% which is in the worst 25% of cities. Cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 10.6% while cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 13.2%.
TX Counties
Compared to U.S. Counties, City of Houston has a value of 16.0% which is in the worst 25% of cities. Cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 9.2% while cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 12.7%.
U.S. Counties
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value (12.6%), City of Houston has a value of 16.0% which is higher and worse.
Harris, TX County Value
(12.6%)
Compared to the TX Value (10.7%), City of Houston has a value of 16.0% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(10.7%)
Compared to the US Value (8.9%), City of Houston has a value of 16.0% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(8.9%)
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City: City of Houston People 65+ Living Below Poverty Level

Current Value:

People 65+ Living Below Poverty Level

15.5%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, City of Houston has a value of 15.5% which is in the worst 25% of cities. Cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 10.8% while cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 14.8%.
TX Counties
Compared to U.S. Counties, City of Houston has a value of 15.5% which is in the worst 25% of cities. Cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 9.7% while cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 12.8%.
U.S. Counties
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value (12.4%), City of Houston has a value of 15.5% which is higher and worse.
Harris, TX County Value
(12.4%)
Compared to the TX Value (11.4%), City of Houston has a value of 15.5% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(11.4%)
Compared to the US Value (10.0%), City of Houston has a value of 15.5% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(10.0%)
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City: City of Houston People Living 200% Above Poverty Level

Current Value:

People Living 200% Above Poverty Level

59.3%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, City of Houston has a value of 59.3% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of cities. Cities in the best 50% have a value higher than 64.1% while cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than 58.3%.
TX Counties
Compared to U.S. Counties, City of Houston has a value of 59.3% which is in the worst 25% of cities. Cities in the best 50% have a value higher than 66.8% while cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than 59.9%.
U.S. Counties
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value (64.9%), City of Houston has a value of 59.3% which is lower and worse.
Harris, TX County Value
(64.9%)
Compared to the TX Value (67.8%), City of Houston has a value of 59.3% which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(67.8%)
Compared to the US Value (71.2%), City of Houston has a value of 59.3% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(71.2%)
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City: City of Houston People Living Below Poverty Level

Current Value:

People Living Below Poverty Level

19.5%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, City of Houston has a value of 19.5% which is in the worst 25% of cities. Cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 14.4% while cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.9%.
TX Counties
Compared to U.S. Counties, City of Houston has a value of 19.5% which is in the worst 25% of cities. Cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 13.4% while cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.5%.
U.S. Counties
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value (15.8%), City of Houston has a value of 19.5% which is higher and worse.
Harris, TX County Value
(15.8%)
Compared to the TX Value (13.9%), City of Houston has a value of 19.5% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(13.9%)
Compared to the US Value (12.5%), City of Houston has a value of 19.5% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(12.5%)
Over time, the City of Houston value is decreasing, significantly.
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HP 2030 Target
(8.0%)
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City: City of Houston Poverty Status by School Enrollment

Current Value:

Poverty Status by School Enrollment

22.5%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, City of Houston has a value of 22.5% which is in the worst 25% of cities. Cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 13.3% while cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 19.4%.
TX Counties
Compared to U.S. Counties, City of Houston has a value of 22.5% which is in the worst 25% of cities. Cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 12.5% while cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.8%.
U.S. Counties
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value (17.6%), City of Houston has a value of 22.5% which is higher and worse.
Harris, TX County Value
(17.6%)
Compared to the TX Value (14.4%), City of Houston has a value of 22.5% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(14.4%)
Compared to the US Value (12.4%), City of Houston has a value of 22.5% which is higher and worse.
US Value
(12.4%)
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Education / Educational Attainment

Education / Educational Attainment

Education / Educational Attainment

Census Place (City): Houston

Value
Compared to:

Education / Educational Attainment

Census Place (City): Houston

Value
Compared to:

Census Place (City): Houston People 25+ with a Bachelor's Degree or Higher

Current Value:

People 25+ with a Bachelor's Degree or Higher

35.2%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Census Places, Houston has a value of 35.2% which is in the best 50% of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value higher than 16.1% while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value lower than 9.1%.
TX Census Places
Compared to U.S. Census Places, Houston has a value of 35.2% which is in the best 50% of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value higher than 19.5% while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value lower than 11.3%.
U.S. Census Places
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value (33.2%), Houston has a value of 35.2% which is higher and better.
Harris, TX County Value
(33.2%)
Compared to the TX Value (32.3%), Houston has a value of 35.2% which is higher and better.
TX Value
(32.3%)
Compared to the US Value (34.3%), Houston has a value of 35.2% which is higher and better.
US Value
(34.3%)
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Census Place (City): Houston People 25+ with a High School Diploma or Higher

Current Value:

People 25+ with a High School Diploma or Higher

79.6%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Census Places, Houston has a value of 79.6% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value higher than 84.7% while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value lower than 74.6%.
TX Census Places
Compared to U.S. Census Places, Houston has a value of 79.6% which is in the worst 25% of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value higher than 91.3% while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value lower than 84.9%.
U.S. Census Places
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value (82.1%), Houston has a value of 79.6% which is lower and worse.
Harris, TX County Value
(82.1%)
Compared to the TX Value (85.2%), Houston has a value of 79.6% which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(85.2%)
Compared to the US Value (89.1%), Houston has a value of 79.6% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(89.1%)
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Education / Educational Attainment

City: City of Houston

Value
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Education / Educational Attainment

City: City of Houston

Value
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City: City of Houston People 25+ with a Bachelor's Degree or Higher

Current Value:

People 25+ with a Bachelor's Degree or Higher

35.3%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, City of Houston has a value of 35.3% which is in the best 50% of cities. Cities in the best 50% have a value higher than 19.1% while cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than 15.1%.
TX Counties
Compared to U.S. Counties, City of Houston has a value of 35.3% which is in the best 50% of cities. Cities in the best 50% have a value higher than 20.9% while cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than 16.5%.
U.S. Counties
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value (33.2%), City of Houston has a value of 35.3% which is higher and better.
Harris, TX County Value
(33.2%)
Compared to the TX Value (32.3%), City of Houston has a value of 35.3% which is higher and better.
TX Value
(32.3%)
Compared to the US Value (34.3%), City of Houston has a value of 35.3% which is higher and better.
US Value
(34.3%)
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City: City of Houston People 25+ with a High School Diploma or Higher

Current Value:

People 25+ with a High School Diploma or Higher

79.2%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, City of Houston has a value of 79.2% which is in the worst 25% of cities. Cities in the best 50% have a value higher than 84.7% while cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than 79.4%.
TX Counties
Compared to U.S. Counties, City of Houston has a value of 79.2% which is in the worst 25% of cities. Cities in the best 50% have a value higher than 89.5% while cities in the worst 25% have a value lower than 85.3%.
U.S. Counties
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value (82.1%), City of Houston has a value of 79.2% which is lower and worse.
Harris, TX County Value
(82.1%)
Compared to the TX Value (85.2%), City of Houston has a value of 79.2% which is lower and worse.
TX Value
(85.2%)
Compared to the US Value (89.1%), City of Houston has a value of 79.2% which is lower and worse.
US Value
(89.1%)
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Environmental Health / Toxins & Contaminants

Environmental Health / Toxins & Contaminants

Environmental Health / Toxins & Contaminants

Census Place (City): Houston

Value
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Environmental Health / Toxins & Contaminants

Census Place (City): Houston

Value
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Census Place (City): Houston Houses Built Prior to 1950

Current Value:

Houses Built Prior to 1950

8.2%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Census Places, Houston has a value of 8.2% which is in the 2nd worst quartile of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value lower than 6.1% while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value higher than 15.7%.
TX Census Places
Compared to U.S. Census Places, Houston has a value of 8.2% which is in the best 50% of census places (cities). Census places (cities) in the best 50% have a value lower than 20.0% while census places (cities) in the worst 25% have a value higher than 39.2%.
U.S. Census Places
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value (5.5%), Houston has a value of 8.2% which is higher and worse.
Harris, TX County Value
(5.5%)
Compared to the TX Value (6.2%), Houston has a value of 8.2% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(6.2%)
Compared to the US Value (16.7%), Houston has a value of 8.2% which is lower and better.
US Value
(16.7%)
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Environmental Health / Toxins & Contaminants

City: City of Houston

Value
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Environmental Health / Toxins & Contaminants

City: City of Houston

Value
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City: City of Houston Houses Built Prior to 1950

Current Value:

Houses Built Prior to 1950

8.3%
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to TX Counties, City of Houston has a value of 8.3% which is in the best 50% of cities. Cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 10.7% while cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 17.8%.
TX Counties
Compared to U.S. Counties, City of Houston has a value of 8.3% which is in the best 50% of cities. Cities in the best 50% have a value lower than 15.8% while cities in the worst 25% have a value higher than 28.3%.
U.S. Counties
Compared to the Harris, TX County Value (5.5%), City of Houston has a value of 8.3% which is higher and worse.
Harris, TX County Value
(5.5%)
Compared to the TX Value (6.2%), City of Houston has a value of 8.3% which is higher and worse.
TX Value
(6.2%)
Compared to the US Value (16.7%), City of Houston has a value of 8.3% which is lower and better.
US Value
(16.7%)
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