Climate
Temperatures are consistently high, especially in the summer.
Geography
The city is about 20 miles north of Houston.
Cultural Attractions
Springfest is the town's annual festival, featuring wine tasting, food sampling, and local art.
Recreation
Nearby are the Mercer Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, Cypress Creek Park Project and Jesse H Jones Park and Nature Center.
Fun Fact
It is rumored that the city's Spring State Bank, robbed many times in the 1930s, was robbed by the infamous Bonnie and Clyde.
Demographics
Demographic Detail
- Population:
- 53,650
- Population under 55:
- 82.5%
- Population over 55:
- 17.5%
City Detail
- Crime rate:
- Low
- Closest large city:
- Houston
Marital Status 2010
Weather
Weather Detail
- Air quality:
- Good
- Temperature:
- 92°F July High, 40°F January Low
Jobs & Economy
Housing
- Median income:
- $51,541
- Median home price:
- $105,515
- Average property tax:
- $174
Income & Jobs
- Unemployment rate 2010:
- 8.3%
- Average
- Cost of living:
- Low
Employment Projections
Education
Higher Education
- Best Colleges at the location:
- 0
- Best Colleges within 30 miles:
- 8
- Best Colleges within 50 miles:
- 12
Health Care & Retirement
Hospitals
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
- 0/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
- 63/8
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
- 88/8
Retirement Facilities
- Community care facilities for the elderly:
- 2
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