Town in Brazoria County, part of the Houston metro
Living in Brookside Village, TX
138th of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 81 of 100
32nd of 125 in the Houston area
We give Brookside Village an A-. It ranks 138th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on schools and internet access, and trails on cost of living and health. It is a strong pick for families.
- Good for families
- Top-rated schools
- Well connected
- Hurricane risk is very high
- Population
- 1,600+3.7% since 2020
- Median rent
- $1,4886% higher than Texas
- Median home value
- $352,30024% higher than Texas
- Household income
- $110,833Median
- Average commute
- 27 minOne way
- Violent crime
- 123Per 100k, 2025
What it's like to live in Brookside Village
Brookside Village sits about 14 miles from downtown Houston, in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands metro. 1,600 people lived here in 2025, up 3.7% from 2020. It is spread out.
The median age is 41.0, 27% of households have children, 90% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $110,833 a year (41% higher than the Texas median).
Pros of living in Brookside Village
- Low violent crime. 123 violent crimes per 100,000 people in 2025, 68% lower than the Texas rate.
- High incomes. The median household earns $110,833, 41% higher than the Texas median.
Cons of living in Brookside Village
- Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of hurricanes as very high here.
Who Brookside Village suits
- FamiliesA reasonable fit: violent crime is 68% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 81% for families.
- Young professionalsA reasonable fit: household income is 41% higher than the Texas median, with 1 restaurant and 1 cafe in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 52% for young professionals.
- RetireesNot the best fit: 21% of working-age adults are uninsured and violent crime is 68% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 39% for retirees.
- Remote workersA reasonable fit: 98% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $1,488 is 6% higher than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 75% for remote workers.
- People on a budgetNot the best fit: the median rent of $1,488 is 6% higher than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 27% for people on a budget.
Brookside Village report card
Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Brookside Village with other US towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. Schools, safety and errands compare it with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.
Cost of living: grade D+
Median rent $1,488, homes cost 3.2x income.
31 of 100 vs US townsJobs and income: grade B-
Median household income $110,833, 5.9% unemployed.
58 of 100 vs US townsSchools: grade A
1 rated campuses, 100% rated A or B.
94 of 100 vs TX townsSafety: grade B
123 violent crimes per 100k, 307 property crimes per 100k.
65 of 100 vs TX townsErrands and things to do: grade D+
1 grocery store, 1 restaurant, 0 parks mapped in town.
32 of 100 vs TX townsGetting around: grade B-
Average commute 27 min, 15% work from home.
59 of 100 vs US townsEducation levels: grade C-
20% have a bachelor’s degree.
35 of 100 vs US townsHealth: grade D+
21% of adults uninsured.
31 of 100 vs US townsHome ownership: grade B
90% of homes owner-occupied.
69 of 100 vs US townsInternet access: grade A
98% of homes have broadband.
93 of 100 vs US towns
Where Brookside Village stands out compared with Texas
Better than Texas
- Homes owned by the people living in them: 90%28 points higher than Texas (63%)
- Median household income: $110,83341% higher than Texas ($78,476)
- Homes with broadband internet: 98%7 points higher than Texas (91%)
Worse than Texas
- Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 20%14 points lower than Texas (34%)
- Vacant homes: 12%2 points higher than Texas (9.4%)
- Median rent: $1,4886% higher than Texas ($1,403)
Cost of living in Brookside Village
Brookside Village renters pay a median of $1,488 a month, 6% higher than the statewide median. The usual rule is to spend no more than 30% of income on rent, which means earning around $60,000 a year for a median unit. Right now 48% 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 $352,300, 24% higher than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $1,928 before tax, or $2,325 with property tax. That is $837 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 Brookside Village pays $4,763 a year, 13% higher than the Texas median of $4,232. Budget for it, along with homeowners insurance, which our numbers do not include.
Typical rent by apartment size
| Measure | Here | Texas | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent6% higher than Texas | $1,488 | $1,403 | $1,413 |
| Median home value24% higher than Texas | $352,300 | $283,800 | $332,700 |
| Home value to income12% lower than Texas | 3.2x | 3.6x | 4.1x |
| Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent3 points lower than Texas | 48% | 52% | 51% |
| Median property tax per year13% higher than Texas | $4,763 | $4,232 | $3,119 |
| Homes owned by the people living in them28 points higher than Texas | 90% | 63% | 65% |
| Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas | 1984 | 1992 | 1980 |
Monthly cost to buy a median home
- Mortgage payment
- $1,928
- Property tax
- $397
- Median rent, for comparison
- $1,488
Based on a $352,300 home in Brookside Village, 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 Brookside Village safe?
In 2025, Brookside Village Police Department reported 2 violent crimes and 5 property crimes. That works out to 123 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 68% lower than the Texas rate of 387, and 307 property crimes per 100,000, 85% lower than the state rate.
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 by year. The dashed line is the Texas rate for 2025.
Property crimes per 100,000 people by year.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer, Brookside Village Police Department, 2025. Rates count reported crimes only and cover the area this police department serves.
Schools in Brookside Village
Brookside Village has 1 public school campuses with a 2025 state rating inside the city, and 100% of them earn an A or B. Most students here are served by Pearland ISD.
Top-rated campuses include E A Lawhon Elementary. The average rating score across all campuses is 91 out of 100, against a Texas median of 81.
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.
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
- AE A Lawhon ElementaryElementary, Pearland ISD91 of 100
Daily life in Brookside Village
Everyday places mapped inside Brookside Village, from Overture Maps.
The average one-way commute is 27 minutes, about the same as the Texas average. 15% of workers work from home. 4.5% walk, bike or take transit to work.
Downtown Houston is about 14 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in Brookside Village work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.
The median household income is $110,833, income per person is $38,216, unemployment is 5.9% and 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.
Jobs, income and education
| Measure | Here | Texas | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income41% higher than Texas | $110,833 | $78,476 | $80,734 |
| Income per person6% lower than Texas | $38,216 | $40,752 | $44,673 |
| Unemployment rateAbout the same as Texas | 5.9% | 5.3% | 5.2% |
| People below the poverty line3 points lower than Texas | 10% | 14% | 12% |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher14 points lower than Texas | 20% | 34% | 36% |
| Adults with a high school diploma or higher3 points higher than Texas | 89% | 86% | 90% |
| Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance1 points higher than Texas | 21% | 20% | 11% |
| Homes with broadband internet7 points higher than Texas | 98% | 91% | 91% |
Getting to work
| Measure | Here | Texas | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average commuteAbout the same as Texas | 27 min | 27 min | 26 min |
| Workers who work from home1 points higher than Texas | 15% | 14% | 15% |
Who lives in Brookside Village
Median age 41.0 years. 27% of households have children.
Race and ethnicity
Shown for information only. It is never part of any grade.
Weather in Brookside Village
Brookside Village has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 93°F and January lows about 46°F. There are about 101 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 56 inches of rain a year.
Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Houston Hobby Ap, 4 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.
Natural hazard risk
FEMA's National Risk Index says river flooding risk is moderate, hurricane risk is very high, tornado risk is moderate and hail risk is low. Even in lower-risk areas, check the FEMA flood map for the exact address before you buy.
- River floodingModerate
- Coastal floodingVery low
- HurricanesVery high
- TornadoesModerate
- HailLow
- Heat wavesLow
- WildfiresLow
- Winter stormsVery low
- Strong windVery low
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 Brookside Village
Nearby, Pearland gets an A, South Houston gets an F and Manvel gets a C+. Each is graded against Texas places of its own size, so a small town and a big city can both earn an A.
- APearlandCity, 127,514 people4 mi
- FSouth HoustonSmall city, 16,033 people7 mi
- C+ManvelSmall city, 14,758 people8 mi
- AFriendswoodSmall city, 41,030 people9 mi
- DFresnoSmall city, 24,560 people10 mi
- B-AlvinSmall city, 28,333 people10 mi
Brookside Village in the Houston area
How it ranks among 125 places in the metro.
- 1A+Taylor Lake Village3,721 people25 mito downtown
- 2A+Bunker Hill Village3,829 people9 mito downtown
- 3A+West University Place14,982 people6 mito downtown
- 29A-Winnie3,290 people60 mito downtown
- 30A-Panorama Village2,525 people42 mito downtown
- 31A-Clear Lake Shores1,140 people27 mito downtown
- 32A-Brookside Village1,565 people14 mito downtown
- 33A-Meadows Place4,689 people15 mito downtown
- 34B+Deer Park33,967 people18 mito downtown
- 35B+Pinehurst4,266 people34 mito downtown
Living in Brookside Village: common questions
Is Brookside Village, TX a good place to live?
We give Brookside Village an A-. It ranks 138th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on schools and internet access, and trails on cost of living and health. It is a strong pick for families.
How much does it cost to live in Brookside Village?
Renters in Brookside Village pay a median of $1,488 a month, 6% higher than the Texas median. The median home is worth $352,300, 24% higher than the Texas median. A median home costs 3.2x 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 $2,325, including property tax.
Is Brookside Village safe?
In 2025, Brookside Village Police Department reported 123 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 68% lower than the Texas rate. Property crime was 307 per 100,000, 85% lower than the Texas rate.
Are the schools good in Brookside Village?
We found 1 rated public school campuses inside Brookside Village. 100% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 94 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.
Does Brookside Village flood?
FEMA rates river flooding risk in Brookside Village as moderate, and coastal flooding as very low. Hazards rated high or very high here: hurricanes. Always check the flood map for a specific address before you buy.
What is the weather like in Brookside Village?
Summers in Brookside Village peak at about 93°F in July, and January nights fall to about 46°F. Expect around 101 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 56 inches of rain.
How long is the commute in Brookside Village?
The average one-way commute is 27 min, about the same as the Texas average. About 15% of workers work from home. It is about 14 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.