Friendswood

TX

Galveston County, Texas

Population 359K |Median income $86,105 |2 hospitals

Population
358,990
Galveston County
Median Income
$86,105
+27% vs avg
Median Home Value
$314,600
+38% vs avg
Median Age
38.8
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
359K+21%
Median Income
$86,105+39%
Median Home Value
$314,600+112%
Poverty Rate
11.7%-12%
Unemployment
5.7%-34%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,404/mo
Poverty Rate
11.7% -18% vs avg
Unemployment 5.7%
Bachelor's Degree+ 34.8%
Work From Home 11.7%
Public Transit 0.5%

Population

White 60.3%
African American 12.3%
Asian 3.4%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
36.8%
High Blood Pressure
35.7%
Obesity
34%
Physical Inactivity
25.4%
Binge Drinking
17.9%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.6%
Lack of Health Insurance
15%
Frequent Physical Distress
12.9%
Diabetes
12.3%
Current Smoking
12.3%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 60.7%
Annual Checkup 74.8%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
9.8%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.9%
Stroke
3.3%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
0
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0
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1
★★
0
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0
Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
1
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS MEDICAL BRANCH GALVESTON
GALVESTON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Friendswood Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Red Flag Warning Issued for Deep South Texas: Critical Fire Weather Risk Through Monday

NOAA · 2d ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Galveston Bay Through Sunday Night

NOAA · 2d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Texas and Northwest Louisiana

NOAA · 3d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Tyler and Jasper Counties in Southeast Texas

NOAA · 3d ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Jasper and Tyler Counties in Southeast Texas

NOAA · 3d ago
Disasters

FEMA Authorizes Fire Management Assistance for Corner Pocket Fire in Texas

FEMA · 3d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Friendswood, TX? ▼
Friendswood, TX has a population of 358,990 people, located in Galveston County, Texas.
What is the median household income in Friendswood? ▼
The median household income in Friendswood, TX is $86,105 per year. The poverty rate is 11.7%.
What is the median home value in Friendswood? ▼
The median home value in Friendswood, TX is $314,600. Median rent is $1,404/month.
What are the top health concerns in Friendswood? ▼
The top health indicators in Friendswood include Short Sleep Duration (36.8%), High Blood Pressure (35.7%), Obesity (34%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Friendswood? ▼
Friendswood has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Friendswood? ▼
The median age in Friendswood, TX is 38.8 years. 34.8% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Friendswood, TX is located in Galveston County, Texas. With a population of 359K and a median household income of $86,105, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Friendswood area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Galveston County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.