Living Here

Pearland is one of the fastest growing cities in the nation and that’s for a lot of great reasons.  Set in sunny Texas just south of Houston, Pearland is a very diverse and globally connected community and has something for everyone.  With easy access to world-class entertainment, accessible airports, living in Pearland puts you minutes away all week and miles away all weekend.  Enjoying life in Pearland is easy because you can enjoy a lot of everything.

Ranked as one of the safest cities in Texas, Pearland residents know their families are safe and secure in the community and surrounding areas. A low cost of living and easy access to Houston’s world-class cultural amenities, professional sports and attractions make Pearland the perfect fit for companies looking for a place to call home.

In 2022, Filterbuy ranked Pearland as the most diverse small city in the U.S. and the second most diverse overall, based on data from the U.S. Census 2020 American Community Survey.

In 2020, SmartAsset ranked Pearland as one of the top 50 most livable mid-sized cities in the U.S.

Also in 2020, LendEDU ranked Pearland #2 in Texas and #43 nationwide for budget-friendly cities for homeowners with a mortgage.

And also in 2020, 55places.com ranked Pearland among the top cities in the U.S. for new homeowners.

Education:  Pearland has educational attainment levels well above the national average. According to the 2020 American Community Survey estimates, 49.7% of Pearland’s adult population holds a four year degree or higher. Compare that to the national average of 32.9%.

Housing: Pearland features a wide variety of housing options that are reasonably priced compared to other areas of the country. Pearland residents can select from a wide variety of housing options from family homes in quaint neighborhoods to historic houses in the Old Townsite to lakeside estates in master planned communities.

Healthcare: Pearland’s location at the intersection of State Highway 288 and Beltway 8 has made the community a strategic choice for health care providers looking to serve our rapidly growing market.

Culture and Recreation: Whether it’s first-class shopping and dining or world-class entertainment and recreation, Pearland offers something for everyone.  Our residents can take advantage of the many local cultural arts programs in the community and Pearland also offers convenient access to the Houston region’s best attractions and cultural amenities.

Location and Climate:  Located in the Texas Gulf Coast region just south of Houston, Pearland’s climate is mild and sunny with an average annual temperature of 68.9 degrees.

Cost of Living: One of the many benefits of living in Pearland is a cost of living that falls below the national average.