Katy

A neighborhood with the quintessential family-oriented lifestyle.

"Katy’s neighborhoods offer a diverse selection of housing options from townhomes to master-planned communities, and extensive parks provide recreational opportunities from hike and bike trails to playgrounds and sports fields."

Katy may be Houston’s contiguous neighbor, but its relaxed atmosphere, a hold-over from its farming-center past, offers homeowners a stepped-back, more casual lifestyle. Located 25 miles west of downtown Houston along I-10 (Katy Freeway), Katy is connected to the city via Grand Parkway and the Westheimer Parkway.
 
Katy’s neighborhoods offer a diverse selection of housing options from townhomes to master-planned communities, and extensive parks provide recreational opportunities from hike and bike trails to playgrounds and sports fields. One of the top academic systems in Texas, Katy Independent School District services Fort Bend, Harris and Waller counties. Private and parochial schools are also available, and the University of Houston operates a satellite campus in Cinco Ranch.
 
Katy Mills, West Oaks Mall, and Old Town Katy offer unique shopping experiences in a wide variety of retail outlets as well as family entertainment complexes. Forbidden Gardens features 40 acres dedicated to ancient China’s Forbidden City and the first Chinese imperial dynasties. The very popular annual Katy Rice Harvest Festival offers a week of entertainment, arts, crafts, and more celebrating Katy’s farming heritage.
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Overview for Katy, TX

23,900 people live in Katy, where the median age is 36 and the average individual income is $45,327. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

23,900

Total Population

36 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$45,327

Average individual Income

Around Katy, TX

There's plenty to do around Katy, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Car-Dependent
Walking Score
35
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Katy Wines and Spirits, Chilton Avenue, and Reform Pilates and Fitness.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 0.79 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Shopping 1.42 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 1.11 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 1.89 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 1.84 miles 10 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 2.94 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Katy, TX

Katy has 7,490 households, with an average household size of 3.17. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Katy do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 23,900 people call Katy home. The population density is 1,643.26 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

23,900

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

36

Median Age

48.91 / 51.09%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

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10-17 Years

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18-24 Years

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25-64 Years

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65-74 Years

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75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
7,490

Total Households

3.17

Average Household Size

$45,327

Average individual Income

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Commute Time

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60+ Minutes

Schools in Katy, TX

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The following schools are within or nearby Katy. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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