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Living in Huntsville, Texas

Huntsville, Texas

Huntsville is the seat of Walker County and a northeast Texas city of 41,000 centered on Sam Houston State University — a 20,000-student public university that is the community's dominant employer and cultural anchor. The city has a complex identity: it is home to the Sam Houston Memorial Museum (pr

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I know before moving to Huntsville, Texas?
When relocating to Huntsville, 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
47,864
Nearby Airport
CLL · Easterwood 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
$250-$1,300
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Listed University
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Housing & Household Snapshot

Median Household Income
$47,529
Median Home Value
$236,600
Median Gross Rent
$1,035
Households
15,962
Homeownership Rate
41.1%
Renter Rate
58.9%

Source: US Census Bureau, 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates