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Renter's guide to Webster, TX

Located in Harris County, Texas, Webster is a small city and suburb of Houston. As one of Houston’s most desirable bedroom communities, it neighbors the high-tech industry mecca of Clear Lake, and also enjoys easy access to downtown Houston, as well as the beach. Great school districts and a small town charm make ‘the gateway to the future’ popular among families, as well as young professionals.

With a population of 11,128, Webster is one of the smaller Houston suburbs, and is dwarfed by neighboring League City, which has a population of 83,560. It’s also fairly small in terms of physical area, and at 6.6 sq. miles, it’s 8 times smaller than League City. It is, however, larger than some nearby suburbs, such as Kemah, with an area of 1.91 sq. miles, and a population of 1,773. Compared to Houston proper, Webster is over 200 times smaller, leading to a fairly close-knit community.

Hot, humid summers and cool winters are typical of Webster, with an average of 202 sunny days per year, and 101 rainy days. July is typically the hottest month, with average highs of 91°F, while January is normally the coldest month, with average lows of 44°F. June is typically the wettest month with 6.3 inches of rainfall, and with annual rainfall of around 54.7 inches, Webster is among the wettest places in Texas.

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Things to do in Webster, TX

Bordered by Clear Creek on the southeast end of the city, Webster is close to a number of nature reserves. Nassau Bay Peninsula Wildlife Park is the closest example, which offers a peek inside the wetlands and the wildlife that inhabit it. There are opportunities for hiking, jogging, or even kayaking. Within the city limits, Walnut Park is a great, compact neighborhood park with picnic areas, kids’ playgrounds, and walking paths.

There are plenty of places to go shopping, with numerous malls in and around the city. The northwest edge of the city, which is split by the Gulf Freeway, contains a plethora of malls, including the Bayway Shopping Center which offers a huge variety of stores, restaurants, bars, and movie theaters, and the Baybrook Gateway, an outdoor mall geared towards department stores, cafes, and boutiques. The more central Challenger Plaza is great for groceries and a bite to eat.

One of Webster’s main attractions is Space Center Houston, located just minutes outside of the city along the NASA bypass. This educational center offers visitors a look at how space travel got off the ground, with tours, exhibitions, and interactive attractions.

Webster, TX employment & economy

With a median household income of $50,592, residents of Webster typically earn below national and state averages. By far the most common industry, the accommodation and food service sector employs 24.1% of the city’s workforce. A further 14.4% are employed in the healthcare and social assistance sector, and 13.8% in retail trade. Meanwhile, the highest paying industries include manufacturing, public administration, and educational services.

In terms of specific occupations, the most common jobs held by Webster residents are in food preparation and serving occupations, followed by sales and related occupations, and office and administrative support roles. The highest paid jobs held by residents are in computer and mathematical occupations.

Education in Webster, TX

Webster is served by the Clear Creek Independent School District, one of the top-rated districts in Texas, with several schools ranked within the top 100 in the state. Within Webster itself, there is one public high school, and one private high school. Clear View Public High School is ranked as the 8th best magnet high school in the Houston area, and performs above average in areas such as test scores and college readiness.

The Margaret S. McWhirter Elementary School is rated above average and ranks 39th best public elementary school in the county. It also offers a full-day pre-kindergarten program. In terms of higher education, Remington College provides numerous associate degrees and diploma programs, with a focus on career relevant education.