Small city in Harris County, part of the Houston metro
Living in Webster, TX
134th of 192Texas cities of 10,000 to 50,000 people
Overall score 29 of 100
80th of 125 in the Houston area
We give Webster a D+. It ranks 134th of 192 Texas cities of 10,000 to 50,000 people. It does best on errands and things to do and internet access, and trails on home ownership and safety.
- Safety scores low (7 of 100)
- Getting around scores low (16 of 100)
- Population
- 12,507+0.1% since 2020
- Median rent
- $1,393about the same as Texas
- Median home value
- $281,400about the same as Texas
- Household income
- $61,264Median
- Average commute
- 28 minOne way
- Violent crime
- 485Per 100k, 2025
What it's like to live in Webster
Webster sits about 24 miles from downtown Houston, in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands metro. 12,507 people lived here in 2025, up 0.1% from 2020. It is spread out.
Places locals use include Texas Avenue Park, Webster Park and Walnut Park.
The median age is 33.3, 22% of households have children, 22% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $61,264 a year (22% lower than the Texas median).
Pros of living in Webster
- Plenty close to home. 10 grocery stores, 198 restaurants and 11 parks are mapped in town.
Cons of living in Webster
- Homes are pricey for local incomes. The median home costs 4.6 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.
Who Webster suits
- FamiliesNot the best fit: violent crime is 25% higher than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 27% for families.
- Young professionalsA reasonable fit: household income is 22% lower than the Texas median, with 198 restaurants and 11 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 57% for young professionals.
- RetireesNot the best fit: 16% of working-age adults are uninsured and violent crime is 25% higher than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 36% for retirees.
- Remote workersA reasonable fit: 94% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $1,393 is about the same as the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 69% for remote workers.
- People on a budgetNot the best fit: the median rent of $1,393 is about the same as the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 9% for people on a budget.
Webster report card
Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Webster 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 D+
Median rent $1,393, homes cost 4.6x income.
32 of 100 vs US citiesJobs and income: grade D
Median household income $61,264, 6.5% unemployed.
22 of 100 vs US citiesSchools: grade C+
1 rated campuses, 100% rated A or B.
49 of 100 vs TX citiesSafety: grade F
485 violent crimes per 100k, 4,183 property crimes per 100k.
7 of 100 vs TX citiesErrands and things to do: grade A
10 grocery stores, 198 restaurants, 11 parks mapped in town.
91 of 100 vs TX citiesGetting around: grade D
Average commute 28 min, 6.7% work from home.
16 of 100 vs US citiesEducation levels: grade B-
38% have a bachelor’s degree.
59 of 100 vs US citiesHealth: grade C
16% of adults uninsured.
45 of 100 vs US citiesHome ownership: grade F
22% of homes owner-occupied.
5 of 100 vs US citiesInternet access: grade B-
94% of homes have broadband.
61 of 100 vs US cities
Where Webster stands out compared with Texas
Better than Texas
- Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 38%4 points higher than Texas (34%)
- Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance: 16%4 points lower than Texas (20%)
- Homes with broadband internet: 94%3 points higher than Texas (91%)
Worse than Texas
- Homes owned by the people living in them: 22%40 points lower than Texas (63%)
- Home value to income: 4.6x27% higher than Texas (3.6x)
- Median household income: $61,26422% lower than Texas ($78,476)
Cost of living in Webster
Rent is the cost most newcomers feel first. The median rent in Webster is $1,393 a month, about the same as the Texas median of $1,403. To keep that rent at 30% of income, a household needs to earn about $56,000 a year. Right now 56% 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 $281,400, about the same as the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $1,540 before tax, or $1,977 with property tax. That is $584 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 Webster pays $5,239 a year, 24% higher 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 Webster
Typical rent by apartment size
| Measure | Here | Texas | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rentAbout the same as Texas | $1,393 | $1,403 | $1,413 |
| Median home valueAbout the same as Texas | $281,400 | $283,800 | $332,700 |
| Home value to income27% higher than Texas | 4.6x | 3.6x | 4.1x |
| Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent4 points higher than Texas | 56% | 52% | 51% |
| Median property tax per year24% higher than Texas | $5,239 | $4,232 | $3,119 |
| Homes owned by the people living in them40 points lower than Texas | 22% | 63% | 65% |
| Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas | 1991 | 1992 | 1980 |
Monthly cost to buy a median home
- Mortgage payment
- $1,540
- Property tax
- $437
- Median rent, for comparison
- $1,393
Based on a $281,400 home in Webster, 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 Webster safe?
In 2025, Webster Police Department reported 61 violent crimes and 526 property crimes. That works out to 485 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 25% higher than the Texas rate of 387, and 4,183 property crimes per 100,000, 101% higher than the state rate.
Violent crime is down about 17% 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, Webster Police Department, 2025. Rates count reported crimes only and cover the area this police department serves.
Schools in Webster
Webster 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 Clear Creek 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.
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
- BMargaret S McWhirter ElementaryElementary, Clear Creek ISD80 of 100
Daily life in Webster
Everyday places mapped inside Webster, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include Texas Avenue Park, Webster Park, Walnut Park.
The average one-way commute is 28 minutes, 4% longer than the Texas average. 7% 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 24 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in Webster work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.
The median household income is $61,264, income per person is $41,153, unemployment is 6.5% and 38% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.
Jobs, income and education
| Measure | Here | Texas | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income22% lower than Texas | $61,264 | $78,476 | $80,734 |
| Income per personAbout the same as Texas | $41,153 | $40,752 | $44,673 |
| Unemployment rate1 points higher than Texas | 6.5% | 5.3% | 5.2% |
| People below the poverty lineAbout the same as Texas | 14% | 14% | 12% |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher4 points higher than Texas | 38% | 34% | 36% |
| Adults with a high school diploma or higher7 points higher than Texas | 93% | 86% | 90% |
| Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance4 points lower than Texas | 16% | 20% | 11% |
| Homes with broadband internet3 points higher than Texas | 94% | 91% | 91% |
Getting to work
| Measure | Here | Texas | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average commute4% higher than Texas | 28 min | 27 min | 26 min |
| Workers who work from home8 points lower than Texas | 6.7% | 14% | 15% |
Who lives in Webster
Median age 33.3 years. 22% of households have children.
Race and ethnicity
Shown for information only. It is never part of any grade.
Weather in Webster
Webster has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 92°F and January lows about 46°F. There are about 76 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 60 inches of rain a year.
Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Houston Nwso, 5 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 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 floodingHigh
- HurricanesVery high
- TornadoesVery high
- HailLow
- Heat wavesHigh
- WildfiresModerate
- 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 Webster
Nearby, Nassau Bay gets an A-, League City gets an A and Friendswood 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-Nassau BayTown, 5,230 people2 mi
- ALeague CityCity, 116,215 people3 mi
- AFriendswoodSmall city, 41,030 people4 mi
- A+Taylor Lake VillageTown, 3,721 people5 mi
- A-Clear Lake ShoresTown, 1,140 people5 mi
- A+El LagoTown, 2,997 people5 mi
Webster 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
- 77C-Mission Bend36,586 people18 mito downtown
- 78D+Four Corners11,692 people18 mito downtown
- 79D+West Columbia3,621 people47 mito downtown
- 80D+Webster12,366 people24 mito downtown
- 81D+Pasadena149,433 people17 mito downtown
- 82D+Anahuac2,892 people43 mito downtown
- 83D+Kemah2,168 people28 mito downtown
Living in Webster: common questions
Is Webster, TX a good place to live?
We give Webster a D+. It ranks 134th of 192 Texas cities of 10,000 to 50,000 people. It does best on errands and things to do and internet access, and trails on home ownership and safety.
How much does it cost to live in Webster?
Median rent in Webster is $1,393 a month, about the same as the Texas median. The median home is worth $281,400, about the same as the Texas median. A median home costs 4.6x 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 $1,977, including property tax.
Is Webster safe?
In 2025, Webster Police Department reported 485 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 25% higher than the Texas rate. Property crime was 4,183 per 100,000, 101% higher than the Texas rate.
Are the schools good in Webster?
We found 1 rated public school campuses inside Webster. 100% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 49 of 100 compared with other Texas cities of 10,000 to 50,000 people.
Does Webster flood?
FEMA rates river flooding risk in Webster as high, and coastal flooding as high. Hazards rated high or very high here: river flooding, coastal flooding, hurricanes, tornadoes and heat waves. Always check the flood map for a specific address before you buy.
What is the weather like in Webster?
Summers in Webster peak at about 92°F in July, and January nights fall to about 46°F. Expect around 76 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 60 inches of rain.
How long is the commute in Webster?
The average one-way commute is 28 min, 4% higher than the Texas average. About 6.7% of workers work from home. It is about 24 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.