Small city in Brazoria County, part of the Houston metro

Living in Angleton, TX

B+

56th of 192Texas cities of 10,000 to 50,000 people
Overall score 72 of 100
45th of 125 in the Houston area

Angleton earns a grade of B+ on our index, 56th of 192 Texas cities of 10,000 to 50,000 people. It does best on cost of living and jobs and income, and trails on getting around and health. It is a strong pick for people on a budget.

  • Good for people on a budget
  • Affordable
  • Getting around scores low (7 of 100)
  • Hurricane risk is very high
Brazoria county courthouse, Angleton (Texas, USA)
Photo: Adavyd, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Population
21,295+9.7% since 2020
Median rent
$1,14119% lower than Texas
Median home value
$212,90025% lower than Texas
Household income
$86,712Median
Average commute
29 minOne way
Violent crime
257Per 100k, 2025

What it's like to live in Angleton

Angleton sits about 42 miles from downtown Houston, in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands metro. 21,295 people lived here in 2025, up 9.7% from 2020. It is spread out.

Places locals use include Freedom Park, Dickey Park and Masterson Park.

The median age is 37.3, 34% of households have children, 67% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $86,712 a year (10% higher than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Angleton

  • Lower rent. Median rent is $1,141, 19% lower than the Texas median.
  • Homes are affordable for local incomes. The median home costs 2.5 times the median household income, against 3.6 times across Texas.

Cons of living in Angleton

  • Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of hurricanes, tornadoes and wildfires as very high here.

Who Angleton suits

  • FamiliesA reasonable fit: 86% of rated schools earn an A or B and violent crime is 34% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 67% for families.
  • Young professionalsA reasonable fit: household income is 10% higher than the Texas median, with 89 restaurants and 5 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 61% for young professionals.
  • RetireesA reasonable fit: 18% of working-age adults are uninsured and violent crime is 34% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 74% for retirees.
  • Remote workersA reasonable fit: 91% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $1,141 is 19% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 64% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetA strong fit: the median rent of $1,141 is 19% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 99% for people on a budget.

Angleton report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Angleton with other US cities of 10,000 to 50,000 people. Schools, safety and errands compare it with other Texas cities of 10,000 to 50,000 people.

  • Cost of living: grade A

    Median rent $1,141, homes cost 2.5x income.

    93 of 100 vs US cities

  • Jobs and income: grade B

    Median household income $86,712, 1.7% unemployed.

    70 of 100 vs US cities

  • Schools: grade B

    7 rated campuses, 86% rated A or B.

    67 of 100 vs TX cities

  • Safety: grade C+

    257 violent crimes per 100k, 842 property crimes per 100k.

    50 of 100 vs TX cities

  • Errands and things to do: grade C+

    4 grocery stores, 89 restaurants, 22 parks mapped in town.

    50 of 100 vs TX cities

  • Getting around: grade F

    Average commute 29 min, 8.3% work from home.

    7 of 100 vs US cities

  • Education levels: grade D+

    22% have a bachelor’s degree.

    27 of 100 vs US cities

  • Health: grade D

    18% of adults uninsured.

    22 of 100 vs US cities

  • Home ownership: grade C

    67% of homes owner-occupied.

    41 of 100 vs US cities

  • Internet access: grade C-

    91% of homes have broadband.

    35 of 100 vs US cities

Where Angleton stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Home value to income: 2.5x32% lower than Texas (3.6x)
  • Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent: 40%12 points lower than Texas (52%)
  • Median rent: $1,14119% lower than Texas ($1,403)

Worse than Texas

  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 22%11 points lower than Texas (34%)
  • Average commute: 29 min8% higher than Texas (27 min)
  • Workers who walk, bike or take transit: 0.5%2 points lower than Texas (2.6%)

Cost of living in Angleton

Rent is the cost most newcomers feel first. The median rent in Angleton is $1,141 a month, 19% lower than the Texas median of $1,403. To keep that rent at 30% of income, a household needs to earn about $46,000 a year. Right now 40% of renters here pay more than 30% of their income on rent.

HUD sets fair market rents for this area at $1,212 for a one-bedroom, $1,319 for a two-bedroom and $1,790 for a three-bedroom (fiscal year 2027). These figures include utilities and describe a modest unit, so newer apartments often ask for more.

The median home is worth $212,900, 25% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $1,165 before tax, or $1,458 with property tax. That is $317 a month more than the median rent, so renting is the cheaper monthly choice unless you plan to stay for years.

Texas has no state income tax, but property taxes are among the highest in the country. The median homeowner in Angleton pays $3,516 a year, 17% lower than the Texas median of $4,232. Budget for it, along with homeowners insurance, which our numbers do not include.

See the full cost of living breakdown for Angleton

Typical rent by apartment size

Fair market rent by bedroom count in AngletonStudio$1,0211 bedroom$1,2122 bedrooms$1,3193 bedrooms$1,7904 bedrooms$2,205
HUD fair market rent for FY2027, Brazoria County, TX HUD Metro FMR Area. This is what a typical, modest unit rents for, including utilities.
MeasureHereTexasUS
Median rent19% lower than Texas$1,141$1,403$1,413
Median home value25% lower than Texas$212,900$283,800$332,700
Home value to income32% lower than Texas2.5x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent12 points lower than Texas40%52%51%
Median property tax per year17% lower than Texas$3,516$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them4 points higher than Texas67%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas197919921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$1,458
Mortgage payment
$1,165
Property tax
$293
Median rent, for comparison
$1,141

Based on a $212,900 home in Angleton, 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28% (Freddie Mac average, week of 2026-10-01). Property tax is the median paid locally, or the county median where the local figure is not published. Insurance and fees are not included.

Is Angleton safe?

In 2025, Angleton Police Department reported 55 violent crimes and 180 property crimes. That works out to 257 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 34% lower than the Texas rate of 387, and 842 property crimes per 100,000, 60% lower than the state rate.

Violent crime is down about 19% since 2021, based on the yearly rates below.

Crime rates describe the whole area a police department covers. Some streets are much quieter than the average and some are busier, so look at the neighborhood grades and visit at different times of day.

Violent crimes per 100,000 people in Angleton by yearTexas25720212022202320242025

Violent crimes per 100,000 people by year. The dashed line is the Texas rate for 2025.

Violent crime
257
per 100k, Texas 387
Property crime
842
per 100k, Texas 2,086
Property crimes per 100,000 people in Angleton by yearTexas84220212022202320242025

Property crimes per 100,000 people by year.

Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer, Angleton Police Department, 2025. Rates count reported crimes only and cover the area this police department serves.

Schools in Angleton

Angleton has 7 public school campuses with a 2025 state rating inside the city, and 86% of them earn an A or B. Most students here are served by Angleton ISD.

Texas districts usually assign students by attendance zone rather than the closest campus, so check the zone for a specific address with the district before you sign a lease or buy.

Schools grade
67
of 100 vs Texas cities
Average rating
84
Texas median 81

Ratings are the 2025 Texas Education Agency A to F accountability ratings. Always check which school serves a specific address with the district.

Top-rated schools

  • BNorthside ElementaryElementary, Angleton ISD87 of 100
  • BWestside ElementaryElementary, Angleton ISD87 of 100
  • BAngleton High SchoolHigh, Angleton ISD85 of 100
  • BSouthside ElementaryElementary, Angleton ISD85 of 100
  • BCentral ElementaryElementary, Angleton ISD84 of 100

Best neighborhoods in Angleton

We grade 3 areas inside Angleton. The top three are Taylor Subdivision (B), Central Angleton (B-) and Northeast Angleton (C+). Use the map to color the city by any grade, or the sliders to rank areas by what you care about.

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    All 3 Angleton neighborhoods, A to Z

    Daily life in Angleton

    Everyday places mapped inside Angleton, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include Freedom Park, Dickey Park, Masterson Park.

    The average one-way commute is 29 minutes, 8% longer than the Texas average. 8% of workers work from home. Fewer than 3% walk, bike or take transit to work, so plan on driving for almost everything.

    Downtown Houston is about 42 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in Angleton work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.

    The median household income is $86,712, income per person is $43,696, unemployment is 1.7% and 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

    Grocery stores
    4
    Pharmacies
    5
    Restaurants
    89
    Cafes
    5
    Bars
    7
    Parks
    22
    Gyms
    11
    Hospitals and urgent care
    7
    Childcare
    7
    Libraries
    2

    Jobs, income and education

    MeasureHereTexasUS
    Median household income10% higher than Texas$86,712$78,476$80,734
    Income per person7% higher than Texas$43,696$40,752$44,673
    Unemployment rate4 points lower than Texas1.7%5.3%5.2%
    People below the poverty line3 points lower than Texas10%14%12%
    Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher11 points lower than Texas22%34%36%
    Adults with a high school diploma or higher3 points higher than Texas89%86%90%
    Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance1 points lower than Texas18%20%11%
    Homes with broadband internetAbout the same as Texas91%91%91%

    Getting to work

    MeasureHereTexasUS
    Average commute8% higher than Texas29 min27 min26 min
    Workers who work from home6 points lower than Texas8.3%14%15%
    Workers who work from home8.3%
    Workers who take transit0%
    Workers who walk0.4%
    Workers who bike0.1%

    Who lives in Angleton

    Under 1824%
    18 to 3422%
    35 to 6435%
    65 and over19%

    Median age 37.3 years. 34% of households have children.

    Race and ethnicity
    White54%
    Hispanic or Latino31%
    Black9.2%
    Asian2.2%
    Other or more than one race2.8%

    Shown for information only. It is never part of any grade.

    Weather in Angleton

    Angleton has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 91°F and January lows about 47°F. There are about 83 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 53 inches of rain a year.

    Average monthly high and low temperatures in Angleton40°60°80°100°64J68F72M77A84M89J91J92A88S82O73N67DRain

    Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Angleton 2 W, 2 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.

    Natural hazard risk

    FEMA's National Risk Index says river flooding risk is high, coastal flooding risk is moderate, hurricane risk is very high, tornado risk is very high and hail risk is moderate. Before you buy, look up the FEMA flood zone for the exact address and get a flood insurance quote, since standard home policies do not cover floods.

    • River floodingHigh
    • Coastal floodingModerate
    • HurricanesVery high
    • TornadoesVery high
    • HailModerate
    • Heat wavesHigh
    • WildfiresVery high
    • Winter stormsLow
    • Strong windLow

    Source: FEMA National Risk Index, December 2025, Census tract level averaged for the city. Check the FEMA flood map for any address before you buy.

    Places near Angleton

    Nearby, Danbury gets a B+, Richwood gets an A- and Lake Jackson gets a B-. Each is graded against Texas places of its own size, so a small town and a big city can both earn an A.

    1. B+DanburyTown, 2,161 people7 mi
    2. A-RichwoodTown, 4,791 people7 mi
    3. B-Lake JacksonSmall city, 27,974 people8 mi
    4. C-CluteSmall city, 10,715 people10 mi
    5. CBrazoriaTown, 2,880 people12 mi
    6. CRosharonTown, 1,737 people13 mi

    Angleton in the Houston area

    How it ranks among 125 places in the metro.

    1. 1A+Taylor Lake Village3,721 people25 mito downtown
    2. 2A+Bunker Hill Village3,829 people9 mito downtown
    3. 3A+West University Place14,982 people6 mito downtown
    4. 42B+Seabrook13,768 people26 mito downtown
    5. 43B+Jersey Village7,817 people13 mito downtown
    6. 44B+Danbury2,161 people39 mito downtown
    7. 45B+Angleton19,972 people42 mito downtown
    8. 46BMissouri City76,558 people18 mito downtown
    9. 47BStafford17,401 people15 mito downtown
    10. 48BDeerwood2,366 people37 mito downtown

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    Living in Angleton: common questions

    Is Angleton, TX a good place to live?

    Angleton earns a grade of B+ on our index, 56th of 192 Texas cities of 10,000 to 50,000 people. It does best on cost of living and jobs and income, and trails on getting around and health. It is a strong pick for people on a budget.

    How much does it cost to live in Angleton?

    Median rent in Angleton is $1,141 a month, 19% lower than the Texas median. The median home is worth $212,900, 25% lower than the Texas median. A median home costs 2.5x the median household income, compared with 3.6x across Texas. With 20% down at a 7.28% rate, the monthly payment on a median home is about $1,458, including property tax.

    Is Angleton safe?

    In 2025, Angleton Police Department reported 257 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 34% lower than the Texas rate. Property crime was 842 per 100,000, 60% lower than the Texas rate.

    Are the schools good in Angleton?

    We found 7 rated public school campuses inside Angleton. 86% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 67 of 100 compared with other Texas cities of 10,000 to 50,000 people.

    What are the best neighborhoods in Angleton?

    Based on our scores, the top-rated areas in Angleton are Taylor Subdivision, Central Angleton and Northeast Angleton. We score 3 areas in the city.

    Does Angleton flood?

    FEMA rates river flooding risk in Angleton as high, and coastal flooding as moderate. Hazards rated high or very high here: river flooding, hurricanes, tornadoes, heat waves and wildfires. Always check the flood map for a specific address before you buy.

    What is the weather like in Angleton?

    Summers in Angleton peak at about 91°F in July, and January nights fall to about 47°F. Expect around 83 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 53 inches of rain.

    How long is the commute in Angleton?

    The average one-way commute is 29 min, 8% higher than the Texas average. About 8.3% of workers work from home. It is about 42 miles from downtown Houston.

    Sources: US Census Bureau 2020-2024 ACS 5-year and 2025 population estimates, CDC PLACES 2025, Texas Education Agency 2025 ratings, FBI Crime Data Explorer, FEMA National Risk Index, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, Overture Maps. Updated 2026-10-04. How we grade.