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Living in Houston, TX

The metropolitan area is affordable, relaxed and pleasant.  With more than 100 languages spoken in the city, it’s one of the most ethnically diverse major metro areas in the nation.  92 countries have consular offices in Houston, which is the third highest count in any US city.

There are pros and cons of living in Houston.  Residents are rightfully proud of the city’s diversity, culture and friendly “can-do” attitude.  However, most would complain about traffic and urban sprawl.  With no zoning, the city is a sprawling metroplex requiring most people to own a car.  While this sounds awful to some, the population density of less than 3,500 people per square mile is inviting (compared to 26,000 in New York City).

Houston, TX employment & economy

Houston maintains a robust and thriving economy.  Once known for space, oil and gas exploration only, diversification and international promotion has infused the local economy with dozens of Fortune 500 companies and even more promising start-ups and rapidly advancing small to mid-size businesses.  One of the fast growing employment opportunities are in the technology sector.  The Texas Medical Center is the largest medical center in the world, employing 106,000 to serve more than 7.2 million visitors each year.

Education in Houston, TX

There are a whopping seventeen different school districts in Houston, including the Houston Independent School District, one of the largest in the county. The city also has more than 300 private schools and 100 magnet schools.

As for higher education, there's the University of Houston, the third-largest school in the state. You also have Rice University, The University of St. Thomas, and Houston Baptist University, as well as the historically black college, Texas Southern University.

Or if you'd prefer a two-year degree, you'll be well served by the massive Houston Community College System and Lone Star College System.