Town in Harris County, part of the Houston metro

Living in Piney Point Village, TX

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41st of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 94 of 100
14th of 125 in the Houston area

We give Piney Point Village an A. It ranks 41st of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on schools and education levels, and trails on cost of living. It is a strong pick for families, young professionals and retirees.

  • Good for families
  • Good for young professionals
  • Good for retirees
  • Top-rated schools
  • Pricey
  • Well connected
  • Cost of living scores low (0 of 100)
  • River flooding risk is very high
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Where Piney Point Village is in Texas.
Population
3,141+1.0% since 2020
Median rent
No data
Median home value
$2,000,000+605% higher than Texas
Household income
$250,000+Median
Average commute
21 minOne way
Violent crime
No dataNo full-year report

What it's like to live in Piney Point Village

Piney Point Village sits about 8 miles from downtown Houston, in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands metro. 3,141 people lived here in 2025, up 1.0% from 2020. It is spread out.

Local spots people know include Flag Tree Park and Carol Tree Pocket Park.

The median age is 50.7, 32% of households have children, 99% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $250,000+ a year (219% higher than the Texas median).

Pros of living in Piney Point Village

  • High incomes. The median household earns $250,000+, 219% higher than the Texas median.
  • Short commutes. The average trip to work takes 21 minutes, against 27 across Texas.
  • Healthier population. Only 5.3% of working-age adults lack health insurance.

Cons of living in Piney Point Village

  • Homes are pricey for local incomes. The median home costs 8.0 times the median household income, against 3.6 times across Texas.
  • Higher unemployment. 8.6% of the labor force is out of work, against 5.3% statewide.
  • Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of river flooding, hurricanes and tornadoes as very high here.
  • Long, hot summers. Expect about 112 days a year at 90°F or hotter.

Who Piney Point Village suits

  • FamiliesA reasonable fit. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 96% for families.
  • Young professionalsA reasonable fit: household income is 219% higher than the Texas median, with 1 restaurant and 0 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 86% for young professionals.
  • RetireesA reasonable fit: 5.3% of working-age adults are uninsured. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 89% for retirees.
  • Remote workersA reasonable fit: 97% of homes have broadband. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 78% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetNot the best fit. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 2% for people on a budget.

Piney Point Village report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Piney Point 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 F

    Homes cost 8.0x income.

    0 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade B+

    Median household income $250,000+, 8.6% unemployed.

    79 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade A+

    1 rated campuses, 100% rated A or B.

    100 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Safety: no grade

    No full year of crime data from local police.

    No score vs TX towns

  • Errands and things to do: grade B

    0 grocery stores, 1 restaurant, 2 parks mapped in town.

    65 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade C

    Average commute 21 min, 28% work from home.

    45 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade A+

    83% have a bachelor’s degree.

    100 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade A+

    5.3% of adults uninsured.

    98 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade B+

    99% of homes owner-occupied.

    79 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade A

    97% of homes have broadband.

    88 of 100 vs US towns

Where Piney Point Village stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Median household income: $250,000+219% higher than Texas ($78,476)
  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 83%49 points higher than Texas (34%)
  • Homes owned by the people living in them: 99%37 points higher than Texas (63%)

Worse than Texas

  • Home value to income: 8.0x121% higher than Texas (3.6x)
  • Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent: 100%48 points higher than Texas (52%)
  • Unemployment rate: 8.6%3 points higher than Texas (5.3%)

Cost of living in Piney Point Village

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 $2,000,000+, 605% higher than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $10,947 before tax, or $11,781 with property tax.

Texas has no state income tax, but property taxes are among the highest in the country. The median homeowner in Piney Point 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

Fair market rent by bedroom count in Piney Point VillageStudio$1,2331 bedroom$1,2612 bedrooms$1,4973 bedrooms$2,0174 bedrooms$2,502
HUD fair market rent for FY2027, Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX HUD Metro FMR Area. This is what a typical, modest unit rents for, including utilities.
MeasureHereTexasUS
Median home value605% higher than Texas$2,000,000+$283,800$332,700
Home value to income121% higher than Texas8.0x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent48 points higher than Texas100%52%51%
Median property tax per year136% higher than Texas$10,000+$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them37 points higher than Texas99%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas198619921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$11,781
Mortgage payment
$10,947
Property tax
$833

Based on a $2,000,000+ home in Piney Point 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.

Schools in Piney Point Village

Piney Point 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 Spring Branch ISD.

Top-rated campuses include Memorial Drive Elementary. The average rating score across all campuses is 98 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.

Schools grade
100
of 100 vs Texas towns
Average rating
98
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

  • AMemorial Drive ElementaryElementary, Spring Branch ISD98 of 100

Daily life in Piney Point Village

Everyday places mapped inside Piney Point Village, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include Flag Tree Park, Carol Tree Pocket Park.

The average one-way commute is 21 minutes, 22% shorter than the Texas average. 28% 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 8 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in Piney Point Village work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.

The median household income is $250,000+, income per person is $185,281, unemployment is 8.6% and 83% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

Grocery stores
0
Pharmacies
0
Restaurants
1
Cafes
0
Bars
0
Parks
2
Gyms
1
Hospitals and urgent care
0
Childcare
1
Libraries
2

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household income219% higher than Texas$250,000+$78,476$80,734
Income per person355% higher than Texas$185,281$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rate3 points higher than Texas8.6%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty line13 points lower than Texas1.0%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher49 points higher than Texas83%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher14 points higher than Texas100%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance14 points lower than Texas5.3%20%11%
Homes with broadband internet6 points higher than Texas97%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute22% lower than Texas21 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home13 points higher than Texas28%14%15%
Workers who work from home28%
Workers who take transit0%
Workers who walk0.1%
Workers who bike0%

Who lives in Piney Point Village

Under 1820%
18 to 3412%
35 to 6447%
65 and over21%

Median age 50.7 years. 32% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White80%
Hispanic or Latino6.8%
Black0.5%
Asian10%
Other or more than one race2.0%

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

Weather in Piney Point Village

Piney Point 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 monthly high and low temperatures in Piney Point Village40°60°80°100°64J68F74M80A87M92J95J94A90S83O74N66DRain

Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Houston Sugarland Mem, 13 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.

Natural hazard risk

FEMA's National Risk Index says river flooding risk is very 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 floodingVery high
  • Coastal floodingVery low
  • HurricanesVery high
  • TornadoesVery high
  • HailLow
  • Heat wavesModerate
  • WildfiresModerate
  • 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 Piney Point Village

Nearby, Hunters Creek Village gets an A+, Bunker Hill Village gets an A+ and Hedwig 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.

  1. A+Hunters Creek VillageTown, 4,390 people1 mi
  2. A+Bunker Hill VillageTown, 3,829 people1 mi
  3. AHedwig VillageTown, 2,291 people1 mi
  4. A+Spring Valley VillageTown, 4,290 people2 mi
  5. A+Hilshire VillageTown, 1,220 people2 mi
  6. A+BellaireSmall city, 17,206 people5 mi

Piney Point Village 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. 11A+The Woodlands121,002 people28 mito downtown
  5. 12A+Hunters Creek Village4,390 people7 mito downtown
  6. 13A+Hilshire Village1,220 people6 mito downtown
  7. 14APiney Point Village3,097 people8 mito downtown
  8. 15ALeague City116,215 people27 mito downtown
  9. 16APearland127,514 people16 mito downtown
  10. 17ASienna24,992 people22 mito downtown

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Living in Piney Point Village: common questions

Is Piney Point Village, TX a good place to live?

We give Piney Point Village an A. It ranks 41st of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on schools and education levels, and trails on cost of living. It is a strong pick for families, young professionals and retirees.

How much does it cost to live in Piney Point Village?

The median home is worth $2,000,000+, 605% higher than the Texas median. A median home costs 8.0x 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 $11,781, including property tax.

Are the schools good in Piney Point Village?

We found 1 rated public school campuses inside Piney Point Village. 100% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 100 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

Does Piney Point Village flood?

FEMA rates river flooding risk in Piney Point Village as very 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 Piney Point Village?

Summers in Piney Point 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 Piney Point Village?

The average one-way commute is 21 min, 22% lower than the Texas average. About 28% 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.