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Harris County

#8 in Best Counties for Families in Texas
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  • County in Texas
  • 1,391 reviews
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    1. Public Schools
      B+
    2. Housing
      B-
    3. Nightlife
      A
    4. Good for Families
      A+
    5. Diversity
      A+
    6. Jobs
      B+
    7. Weather
      B+
    8. Cost of Living
      B-
    9. Health & Fitness
      A
    10. Outdoor Activities
      A-
    11. Commute
      C+
    Harris County is located in Texas with a population of 4,602,523. Harris County is one of the best places to live in Texas. In Harris County, most residents own their homes. In Harris County there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Harris County and residents tend to lean liberal. The public schools in Harris County are above average.
    Population
    4,602,523
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    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $165,300
    National
    $184,700
    Median Rent
    $1,031
    National
    $949
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      45%
    • Own
      55%
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    Crime & Safety

    Violent Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Assault
      539.4
      282.7
    • Murder
      10.2
      6.1
    • Rape
      58
      40.7
    • Robbery
      369.6
      135.5
    Property Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Burglary
      684.2
      500.1
    • Theft
      2,774.4
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      464.6
      284
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    Residents

    Diversity
    A+
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Age
    • <10 years
      15%
    • 10-17 years
      12%
    • 18-24 years
      10%
    • 25-34 years
      16%
    • 35-44 years
      14%
    • 45-54 years
      13%
    • 55-64 years
      11%
    • 65+ years
      10%
    Education Levels
    National
    • Master's degree or higher
      11%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      20%
      19%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      27%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      23%
      28%
    • Less than high school diploma
      19%
      13%
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    Working in Harris County

    Jobs
    B+
    Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
    Median Household Income
    $60,146
    National
    $55,322
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      Harris County Reviews

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      Harris County is like none other. It has a wide variety of foods, activities, stores,etc. You name it, we have it! However, the streets here are very congested and rugged. One thing I would like to see change is the aesthetic of this county. It is a beautiful place but the physical aspects of it don't correlate with the mental family friendly feeling.
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      Harris county is a great place to live , great for families and small children & pets! There are a lot of attractions like the aquarium. Plenty of parks and game rooms to choose from, grocery stores are right up the street from anywhere you are. I would highly recommend.
      My name is Deborah Coreas, i live in Harris County. Harris county is a very big and diverse county. I honestly think that Harris county is one of the best counties here in Houston, TX. Harris county is safer than most counties i believe because here we have a good amount of protection provided at our schools, jobs, and other public places. Harris county public schools provide a great, safe, and advanced education that allows children to strive for better. Klein Isd is one of the best districts for academic and sports. Harris county is affordable i can say because me and my family are middle class. They have nice neighborhoods with safe and affordable homes.
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