Neighborhood in Houston, Harris County
Living in Southampton, Houston
9th of 320areas in Houston
Overall score 99 of 100 vs Texas neighborhoods
Houston overall: D+
Southampton is a neighborhood in Houston, TX, home to about 2,500 people. It gets an A+, in the top 5% of Texas neighborhoods, and ranks 9th of 320 areas we score in Houston. It does best on education levels and worst on cost of living.
- Errands close by
- Top-rated schools
- Pricey
- Short commutes
- Lots of parks
- Cost of living scores low (7 of 100)
- River flooding risk is very high
Closest everyday places
| Grocery store | 0.7 mi |
| Pharmacy | 0.6 mi |
| Park | 0.2 mi |
| Cafe | 0.3 mi |
| Restaurant | 0.2 mi |
| Gym | 0.5 mi |
| Hospital or urgent care | 0.2 mi |
| Childcare | 0.4 mi |
| Library | 0.4 mi |
Straight-line distance from the middle of where people live. Overture Maps.
- Population
- 2,520
- Median rent
- $2,720
- Median home value
- $1,479,000
- Household income
- $250,000+
- Average commute
- 19 min
- Homes owned
- 95%
What it's like to live in Southampton
Southampton is a neighborhood in Houston with about 2,500 residents, homes built around 1975, mostly owner-occupied (95%) and 31% of households with children.
It grades A+ against every neighborhood in Texas and ranks 9th of 320 areas in Houston, which grades D+ overall.
Pros of living in Southampton
- Higher incomes. The median household earns $250,000+, 286% higher than the Houston median.
- Well-rated schools nearby. 3 of the 3 closest public schools are rated A or B.
- Groceries close by. The nearest grocery store is about 0.7 miles from the middle of the neighborhood.
- Parks within walking distance. The closest park is about 0.2 miles away.
Cons of living in Southampton
- Pricier rent than the city. Median rent is $2,720, 100% higher than the Houston median.
- Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of river flooding, hurricanes and tornadoes as very high in this part of town.
Southampton report card
Each grade compares Southampton with every neighborhood in Texas. Safety is not graded for single neighborhoods because police report crime for the whole city.
Cost of living: grade F
Median rent $2,720, homes cost 5.9x income.
8 of 100 vs TX areasJobs and income: grade A
Median household income $250,000+, 3.1% unemployed.
88 of 100 vs TX areasSchools: grade A+
Nearby schools average 93 of 100 on the state rating.
98 of 100 vs TX areasSafety: no grade
Citywide, 884 violent crimes per 100k, 3,828 property crimes per 100k.
No score vs TX areasErrands and things to do: grade A
Most everyday stores and services within a mile of homes.
92 of 100 vs TX areasGetting around: grade A
Average commute 19 min, 19% work from home.
91 of 100 vs TX areasEducation levels: grade A+
87% have a bachelor’s degree.
99 of 100 vs TX areasHealth: grade A
6.3% of adults uninsured.
94 of 100 vs TX areasHome ownership: grade B+
95% of homes owner-occupied.
74 of 100 vs TX areasInternet access: grade B+
98% of homes have broadband.
75 of 100 vs TX areas
Southampton compared with Houston
Better than Houston
- Median household income: $250,000+286% higher than Houston ($64,813)
- Homes owned by the people living in them: 95%53 points higher than Houston (42%)
- Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 87%51 points higher than Houston (37%)
Worse than Houston
- Median rent: $2,720100% higher than Houston ($1,361)
- Home value to income: 5.9x38% higher than Houston (4.3x)
- Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent: 61%7 points higher than Houston (54%)
Closest public schools
Texas Education Agency 2025 ratings. Check the attendance zone for any address with the district.
- BPoe ElementaryElementary, Houston ISD0.4 mi
- ALanier MiddleMiddle, Houston ISD1.4 mi
- ADebakey H S for Health ProfHigh, Houston ISD1.2 mi
Cost of living in Southampton
Median rent in Southampton is $2,720 a month, 100% higher than the Houston median. A household would need about $109,000 a year to keep that rent at 30% of income.
The median home is worth $1,479,000, 432% higher than the Houston median, which means a monthly payment of about $8,929 with property tax at today's mortgage rates.
| Measure | Here | Houston | Texas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent100% higher than Houston | $2,720 | $1,361 | $1,403 |
| Median home value432% higher than Houston | $1,479,000 | $277,800 | $283,800 |
| Home value to income38% higher than Houston | 5.9x | 4.3x | 3.6x |
| Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent7 points higher than Houston | 61% | 54% | 52% |
| Homes owned by the people living in them53 points higher than Houston | 95% | 42% | 63% |
| Vacant homes2 points lower than Houston | 8.6% | 11% | 9.4% |
| Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Houston | 1975 | 1982 | 1992 |
Monthly cost to buy a median home
- Mortgage payment
- $8,096
- Property tax
- $833
- Median rent, for comparison
- $2,720
Based on a $1,479,000 home in Southampton, 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28% (Freddie Mac average, week of 2026-10-01). Property tax is the median for the surrounding Census tract, or the county where that is not published. Insurance and fees are not included.
Work, income and getting around
| Measure | Here | Houston | Texas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income286% higher than Houston | $250,000+ | $64,813 | $78,476 |
| Unemployment rate4 points lower than Houston | 3.1% | 7.0% | 5.3% |
| People below the poverty line16 points lower than Houston | 3.6% | 20% | 14% |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher51 points higher than Houston | 87% | 37% | 34% |
| Average commute31% lower than Houston | 19 min | 27 min | 27 min |
| Workers who work from home6 points higher than Houston | 19% | 13% | 14% |
| Workers who walk, bike or take transitAbout the same as Houston | 6.0% | 5.7% | 2.6% |
| Homes with broadband internet8 points higher than Houston | 98% | 90% | 91% |
Natural hazard risk
FEMA National Risk Index for the Census tracts in this area.
- River floodingVery high
- Coastal floodingVery low
- HurricanesVery high
- TornadoesVery high
- HailLow
- Heat wavesHigh
- WildfiresVery low
- Winter stormsVery low
- Strong windLow
Who lives in Southampton
Race and ethnicity
Shown for information only. It is never part of any grade.
Other neighborhoods in Houston
- 1A+Washington Avenue Coalition / Memorial ParkMedian rent $3,230
- 2A+Boulevard OaksMedian rent $1,940
- 3A+BraeswoodMedian rent $1,360
- 4A+Washington Avenue CorridorMedian rent $2,080
- 5A+Mandell PlaceMedian rent $1,210
- 6A+Westwood GroveMedian rent $2,100
- 7A+Kings Point
- 8A+Palisades ParkMedian rent $3,020
Similar neighborhoods in other cities
Areas elsewhere in Texas with the closest mix of grades.
- A+College Court PlaceWest University Place
- A+Rice VillageWest University Place
- A+Bryker WoodsAustin
Questions about Southampton
Is Southampton a good place to live?
Southampton is a neighborhood in Houston, TX, home to about 2,500 people. It gets an A+, in the top 5% of Texas neighborhoods, and ranks 9th of 320 areas we score in Houston. It does best on education levels and worst on cost of living.
How much does it cost to live in Southampton?
Median rent in Southampton is $2,720 a month, 100% higher than the Houston median. The median home is worth $1,479,000, 432% higher than the Houston median. A median home costs 5.9x the median household income, compared with 4.3x across Houston.
What schools serve Southampton?
The closest rated public schools are Poe Elementary (elementary, rated B), Lanier Middle (middle, rated A) and Debakey H S for Health Prof (high, rated A). School zones can differ from the closest school, so check with the district.
This area is built from 2 Census block groups closest to the Southampton name on the map, so its edges are approximate. Sources: US Census Bureau 2020-2024 ACS 5-year, CDC PLACES 2025, Texas Education Agency, FEMA National Risk Index, Overture Maps. How we grade.