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South Houston, TX

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Population
16,407
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
31 ft
Median Home Value
$189,300
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,212/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$53,497
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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South Houston in context.

OverallBest places in TexasPopulation rankingHighest population places in TexasNearest larger communityPasadena, Texas4.7 miles away · 148,539 residents.

About South Houston

South Houston is a city in Harris County, Texas, situated southeast of Houston within the Houston metropolitan area. Bordered by the cities of Houston and Pasadena, the community of approximately 16,000 was originally founded as the settlement of Dumont in 1907. Zoned within the Pasadena Independent School District, the city serves as a major commercial center and is home to the headquarters of the Lewis Food Town grocery chain.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLow State Income TaxA+100.0ratingSuburban FitA+100.0rating

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