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Living in Alvin, Texas
Alvin is a Brazoria County city of 26,000, 30 miles south of downtown Houston along TX-35 in the Texas coastal prairie. The city is best known as the birthplace of Nolan Ryan — baseball's all-time strikeout leader, holder of seven no-hitters, and one of the sport's most celebrated figures — and the
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I know before moving to Alvin, Texas?
When relocating to Alvin, plan to transfer utilities, update your driver's license, and register your vehicle in Texas. Local resources including hospitals, schools, and utility providers are listed on this page to help you settle in quickly.
City facts
Population
28,333
Nearby Airport
HOU · William P. Hobby Airport
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Climate / Avg Temperature
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Nearby Sports Teams
Houston Astros, Houston Dynamo FC, Houston Rockets
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Estimated Moving Cost Range
$800-$3,500
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Listed University
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Housing & Household Snapshot
Median Household Income
$71,477
Median Home Value
$228,700
Median Gross Rent
$1,215
Households
10,456
Homeownership Rate
60.9%
Renter Rate
39.1%
Source: US Census Bureau, 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates
