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The Woodlands, TX

The Woodlands, TX — a popular community in the area, with its own distinct character and local feel.

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Population
116,916
-1.26% YoY
Median rent
$1,782/mo
Median home
$343k
Sunny days/yr
196
School rating
8/10
Walk score
33/100

Demographics

Historic trends & YoY changes

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Diversity index: 0.462/100

Job market

Median income$141,353
Unemployment3.1%
Job growth (yoy)2.3%

Top industries

EnergyHealthcareAerospace

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Walk & schools

School Rating

8/10

Based on public school performance, graduation rates, and college readiness.

Walk score33/100
Transit score28/100
Bike score46/100

Walk, Transit & Bike scores out of 100 (higher = more accessible). School rating out of 10.

Climate

Sun days scaled ÷10 for readability.

Safety

Violent crime index5.5
Property crime index17.3

Lower is safer (US avg ≈ 22 violent / 35 property).

Cost of living

COL index111

100 = US national average. Above average.

Best time to visit

Prime months

Nov–Dec, Jan–Feb–Mar

Shoulder
Apr, Oct
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Jun–Aug (extreme heat)
Sun
Mixed skies
Rain
Wet — pack layers

Summers average 96°F, winters 53°F. wet — pack layers; mixed skies.

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