Harris County spans 1,777 square miles with 981 unincorporated square miles. Families living here are near leading medical centers, pro-sports complexes, shopping, arts, and historical treasures. It’s my pleasure to highlight living here for people of all interests and ages.

Fast Facts about Harris County

1. Harris County is the 3rd most populous county in country.
2. There is no state or local income tax.
3. Harris County is home to 21 Fortune 500 Companies.
4. Has a 7% average lower utility cost compared to other counties across the U.S.
5. Has a 15.8% average lower grocery cost compared to the U.S.
6. Has an 8% average lower affordability rate compared to the U.S.
7. Has a 14% average lower housing cost compared to the U.S.
8. The county has 34 communities, each with their own feel and individualism, and including Houston as its county seat.
   

Source: Harris County Economic Development

Demographics Snapshot

·        Estimated Population (2021): 4.72 million

·        Median Age: 33.3

·        Diversity:

70.0% White
19.7% Black or African American

7.2% Asian

1.9% Two or More Races

1.1% Native American/Alaska Native
0.1 % Native Hawaiian/Other Pacific Islander 

Source: 2021 Data, Harris County Economic Development

A Sampling of Favorite Things in Harris County

Parks

There are 795 parks in the county. This brings an abundant number of miles for walking, running, hiking, or biking trails to explore the area’s wildlife and natural biodiversity. The parks include an array of dog parks, water/splash parks, and sports complexes. Visit this link to find a park near you.

Museums & The Arts

There are over 150 museums, art galleries, cultural institutions, art fairs, festivals and markets covering everything from nature, art, science, history, and more. Harris County is home to year-round resident companies in all of the major performing arts—symphony, opera, drama, and ballet.

Entertainment

There is no shortage of choice with concert and performing arts genres and venues abounding - from classical music and opera to pop music and indie rock concerts to blues and honky-tonk, from classical ballet to modern plays and avant-garde dance and to everything in between with world class performers from around the world. Visit the Houston Theater website for the most recent events.

Whatever your interests and likes, Harris County is sure to have the right community for you and your family. It would be my pleasure to help you make your home here. Schedule an appointment today. I have much to show you and am ready to introduce you to living in Harris County.  

Since 2004 Sara Lyn Nguyen continues to bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise about buying and selling real estate around the Houston area to those she serves. Sara is a multi-year award winning REALTOR® and relocation specialist where her clients trust her to have up-to-date information on the real estate market. She has been one of Gary Greene’s Multi-Million Dollar Top Producers and was the #2 Top Producing agent in 2020 citywide. When it’s time to buy, sell, invest, or relocate speak with a trusted professional knowledgeable in the homes and neighborhoods of Fort Bend/Sugar Land and the surrounding region.