Living in Houston County, Texas

Houston County is a county in Texas with a population of around 22,785. The main communities are Crockett, Grapeland, Lovelady.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,553/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $174K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 1.8%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 64°F) and very hot summers (highs around 92°F). The coast is 1-3 hours. Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Houston County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 45 and a predominantly working-class population (15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.