Houston

TX

Harris County, Texas

Population 4.8M |Median income $74,983 |49 hospitals

Population
4,838,303
Harris County
Median Income
$74,983
+10% vs avg
Median Home Value
$276,600
+21% vs avg
Median Age
34.6
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
4.8M+16%
Median Income
$74,983+41%
Median Home Value
$276,600+111%
Poverty Rate
16.3%-12%
Unemployment
6.7%-22%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,401/mo
Poverty Rate
16.3% +15% vs avg
Unemployment 6.7%
Bachelor's Degree+ 34.2%
Work From Home 12.9%
Public Transit 2%

Population

White 34.4%
African American 19%
Asian 7.3%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
41%
Obesity
37.3%
High Blood Pressure
32.8%
Physical Inactivity
26.8%
Lack of Health Insurance
21.3%
Binge Drinking
16.9%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.5%
Diabetes
13.2%
Frequent Physical Distress
12.9%
Current Smoking
12.7%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 50.1%
Annual Checkup 73.2%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
9.2%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.4%
Stroke
3.3%

Hospitals 49 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
4
★★★★
5
★★★
1
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
3.4/5
Total Hospitals
49
With ER
10
HOUSTON METHODIST HOSPITAL
HOUSTON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★
HOUSTON METHODIST BAYTOWN HOSPITAL
BAYTOWN · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★
HOUSTON METHODIST CLEAR LAKE HOSPITAL
NASSAU BAY · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★
HOUSTON METHODIST WILLOWBROOK HOSPITAL
HOUSTON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★
HCA HOUSTON HEALTHCARE MEDICAL CENTER
HOUSTON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
HOUSTON VA MEDICAL CENTER
HOUSTON · Acute Care - Veterans Administration · ER
★★★★☆
ST LUKE'S PATIENTS MEDICAL CENTER
PASADENA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
ST LUKE'S HOSPITAL AT THE VINTAGE
HOUSTON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
HOUSTON METHODIST WEST HOSPITAL
HOUSTON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
MEMORIAL HERMANN - TEXAS MEDICAL CENTER
HOUSTON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Houston 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 Houston, TX? ▼
Houston, TX has a population of 4,838,303 people, located in Harris County, Texas.
What is the median household income in Houston? ▼
The median household income in Houston, TX is $74,983 per year. The poverty rate is 16.3%.
What is the median home value in Houston? ▼
The median home value in Houston, TX is $276,600. Median rent is $1,401/month.
What are the top health concerns in Houston? ▼
The top health indicators in Houston include Short Sleep Duration (41%), Obesity (37.3%), High Blood Pressure (32.8%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Houston? ▼
Houston has 49 hospitals with an average rating of 3.4/5 stars. 10 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Houston? ▼
The median age in Houston, TX is 34.6 years. 34.2% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Houston, TX is located in Harris County, Texas. With a population of 4.8M and a median household income of $74,983, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Residents have access to 49 hospitals with an average rating of 3.4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Houston 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 (Harris 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.