Town in Harris County, part of the Houston metro
Living in Hedwig Village, TX
66th of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 91 of 100
19th of 125 in the Houston area
Hedwig Village earns a grade of A on our index, 66th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on errands and things to do and education levels, and trails on safety and cost of living. It is a strong pick for young professionals and remote workers.
- Good for young professionals
- Good for remote workers
- Errands close by
- Top-rated schools
- Pricey
- Well connected
- Cost of living scores low (11 of 100)
- Safety scores low (8 of 100)
- Population
- 2,383+0.1% since 2020
- Median rent
- $1,55811% higher than Texas
- Median home value
- $1,702,700500% higher than Texas
- Household income
- $223,750Median
- Average commute
- 21 minOne way
- Violent crime
- 419Per 100k, 2025
What it's like to live in Hedwig Village
Hedwig Village sits about 8 miles from downtown Houston, in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands metro. 2,383 people lived here in 2025, up 0.1% from 2020. It is suburban.
Local spots people know include Hedwig Park and Harris County Public Library - Spring Branch Memorial Library.
The median age is 43.7, 32% of households have children, 69% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $223,750 a year (185% higher than the Texas median).
Pros of living in Hedwig Village
- High incomes. The median household earns $223,750, 185% higher than the Texas median.
- Short commutes. The average trip to work takes 21 minutes, against 27 across Texas.
- Healthier population. Only 7.4% of working-age adults lack health insurance.
Cons of living in Hedwig Village
- Homes are pricey for local incomes. The median home costs 7.6 times the median household income, against 3.6 times across Texas.
- Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of hurricanes and tornadoes as very high here.
- Long, hot summers. Expect about 112 days a year at 90°F or hotter.
Who Hedwig Village suits
- FamiliesA reasonable fit: violent crime is 8% higher than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 67% for families.
- Young professionalsA reasonable fit: household income is 185% higher than the Texas median, with 47 restaurants and 4 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 99% for young professionals.
- RetireesA reasonable fit: 7.4% of working-age adults are uninsured and violent crime is 8% higher than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 75% for retirees.
- Remote workersA reasonable fit: 97% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $1,558 is 11% higher than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 93% for remote workers.
- People on a budgetNot the best fit: the median rent of $1,558 is 11% higher than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 9% for people on a budget.
Hedwig Village report card
Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Hedwig 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 $1,558, homes cost 7.6x income.
11 of 100 vs US townsJobs and income: grade B+
Median household income $223,750, 6.2% unemployed.
79 of 100 vs US townsSchools: grade A
2 rated campuses, 100% rated A or B.
94 of 100 vs TX townsSafety: grade F
419 violent crimes per 100k, 3,977 property crimes per 100k.
8 of 100 vs TX townsErrands and things to do: grade A+
0 grocery stores, 47 restaurants, 1 park mapped in town.
98 of 100 vs TX townsGetting around: grade A-
Average commute 21 min, 17% work from home.
86 of 100 vs US townsEducation levels: grade A+
75% have a bachelor’s degree.
97 of 100 vs US townsHealth: grade A
7.4% of adults uninsured.
90 of 100 vs US townsHome ownership: grade D
69% of homes owner-occupied.
23 of 100 vs US townsInternet access: grade A-
97% of homes have broadband.
88 of 100 vs US towns
Where Hedwig Village stands out compared with Texas
Better than Texas
- Median household income: $223,750185% higher than Texas ($78,476)
- Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 75%41 points higher than Texas (34%)
- Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance: 7.4%12 points lower than Texas (20%)
Worse than Texas
- Home value to income: 7.6x110% higher than Texas (3.6x)
- Vacant homes: 16%7 points higher than Texas (9.4%)
- Median rent: $1,55811% higher than Texas ($1,403)
Cost of living in Hedwig Village
Hedwig Village renters pay a median of $1,558 a month, 11% higher than the statewide median. The usual rule is to spend no more than 30% of income on rent, which means earning around $62,000 a year for a median unit. Right now 51% of renters here pay more than 30% of their income on rent.
HUD sets fair market rents for this area at $1,261 for a one-bedroom, $1,497 for a two-bedroom and $2,017 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 $1,702,700, 500% higher than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $9,320 before tax, or $10,153 with property tax. That is $8,595 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 Hedwig Village pays $10,000+ a year, 136% 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 rent11% higher than Texas | $1,558 | $1,403 | $1,413 |
| Median home value500% higher than Texas | $1,702,700 | $283,800 | $332,700 |
| Home value to income110% higher than Texas | 7.6x | 3.6x | 4.1x |
| Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent1 points lower than Texas | 51% | 52% | 51% |
| Median property tax per year136% higher than Texas | $10,000+ | $4,232 | $3,119 |
| Homes owned by the people living in them6 points higher than Texas | 69% | 63% | 65% |
| Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas | 1974 | 1992 | 1980 |
Monthly cost to buy a median home
- Mortgage payment
- $9,320
- Property tax
- $833
- Median rent, for comparison
- $1,558
Based on a $1,702,700 home in Hedwig 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 Hedwig Village safe?
In 2025, Hedwig Village Police Department reported 10 violent crimes and 95 property crimes. That works out to 419 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 8% higher than the Texas rate of 387, and 3,977 property crimes per 100,000, 91% higher than the state rate.
Violent crime is up about 56% 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 by year. The dashed line is the Texas rate for 2025.
Property crimes per 100,000 people by year.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer, Hedwig Village Police Department, 2025. Rates count reported crimes only and cover the area this police department serves.
Schools in Hedwig Village
Hedwig Village has 2 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 Spring Branch ISD.
Top-rated campuses include Memorial High School and Spring Branch Middle. 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
- AMemorial High SchoolHigh, Spring Branch ISD92 of 100
- ASpring Branch MiddleMiddle, Spring Branch ISD90 of 100
Daily life in Hedwig Village
Everyday places mapped inside Hedwig Village, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include Hedwig Park, Harris County Public Library - Spring Branch Memorial Library.
The average one-way commute is 21 minutes, 23% shorter than the Texas average. 17% of workers work from home. 5.2% walk, bike or take transit to work.
Downtown Houston is about 8 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in Hedwig Village work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.
The median household income is $223,750, income per person is $153,758, unemployment is 6.2% and 75% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.
Jobs, income and education
| Measure | Here | Texas | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income185% higher than Texas | $223,750 | $78,476 | $80,734 |
| Income per person277% higher than Texas | $153,758 | $40,752 | $44,673 |
| Unemployment rateAbout the same as Texas | 6.2% | 5.3% | 5.2% |
| People below the poverty line10 points lower than Texas | 4.3% | 14% | 12% |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher41 points higher than Texas | 75% | 34% | 36% |
| Adults with a high school diploma or higher13 points higher than Texas | 99% | 86% | 90% |
| Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance12 points lower than Texas | 7.4% | 20% | 11% |
| Homes with broadband internet6 points higher than Texas | 97% | 91% | 91% |
Getting to work
| Measure | Here | Texas | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average commute23% lower than Texas | 21 min | 27 min | 26 min |
| Workers who work from home2 points higher than Texas | 17% | 14% | 15% |
Who lives in Hedwig Village
Median age 43.7 years. 32% of households have children.
Race and ethnicity
Shown for information only. It is never part of any grade.
Weather in Hedwig Village
Hedwig Village has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 95°F and January lows about 45°F. There are about 112 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 50 inches of rain a year.
Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Houston Sugarland Mem, 14 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.
Natural hazard risk
FEMA's National Risk Index says river flooding risk is high, hurricane risk is very high, tornado risk is very high and hail risk is low. 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 floodingVery low
- HurricanesVery high
- TornadoesVery high
- HailLow
- Heat wavesModerate
- WildfiresLow
- Winter stormsVery low
- 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 Hedwig Village
Nearby, Spring Valley Village gets an A+, Piney Point Village gets an A and Bunker Hill Village gets an A+. Each is graded against Texas places of its own size, so a small town and a big city can both earn an A.
- A+Spring Valley VillageTown, 4,290 people1 mi
- APiney Point VillageTown, 3,097 people1 mi
- A+Bunker Hill VillageTown, 3,829 people1 mi
- A+Hunters Creek VillageTown, 4,390 people1 mi
- A+Hilshire VillageTown, 1,220 people2 mi
- D+HoustonCity, 2,328,253 people5 mi
Hedwig 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
- 16APearland127,514 people16 mito downtown
- 17ASienna24,992 people22 mito downtown
- 18AFriendswood41,030 people22 mito downtown
- 19AHedwig Village2,291 people8 mito downtown
- 20AWeston Lakes4,217 people34 mito downtown
- 21ACumings2,535 people28 mito downtown
- 22ATiki Island1,210 people44 mito downtown
Living in Hedwig Village: common questions
Is Hedwig Village, TX a good place to live?
Hedwig Village earns a grade of A on our index, 66th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on errands and things to do and education levels, and trails on safety and cost of living. It is a strong pick for young professionals and remote workers.
How much does it cost to live in Hedwig Village?
Renters in Hedwig Village pay a median of $1,558 a month, 11% higher than the Texas median. The median home is worth $1,702,700, 500% higher than the Texas median. A median home costs 7.6x 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 $10,153, including property tax.
Is Hedwig Village safe?
In 2025, Hedwig Village Police Department reported 419 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 8% higher than the Texas rate. Property crime was 3,977 per 100,000, 91% higher than the Texas rate.
Are the schools good in Hedwig Village?
We found 2 rated public school campuses inside Hedwig 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 Hedwig Village flood?
FEMA rates river flooding risk in Hedwig Village as high, and coastal flooding as very low. Hazards rated high or very high here: river flooding, hurricanes and tornadoes. Always check the flood map for a specific address before you buy.
What is the weather like in Hedwig Village?
Summers in Hedwig Village peak at about 95°F in July, and January nights fall to about 45°F. Expect around 112 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 50 inches of rain.
How long is the commute in Hedwig Village?
The average one-way commute is 21 min, 23% lower than the Texas average. About 17% of workers work from home. It is about 8 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.