Spring, TX

Spring, TX

Updated April 29, 2026 · Would You Live There? · Covers: Spring, The Woodlands

Think twice

Verdict

$337K

Median Price

4/100

Walk Score

7.1/10

Schools

40 min

to Downtown Houston

Score Breakdown

FWalkability
4/100
D+Safety
55/100
CAffordability
63/100
B-Commute
70/100
B-Quietness
70/100
B-Schools
71/100
WYLT Score56/100

Our Take

Spring offers solid schools and a short 40‑minute drive to downtown Houston, but it’s a car‑centric, low‑walkability suburb with a higher‑than‑average cost of living. If you’re okay with a daily commute and lack of public transit, it can work, but it isn’t ideal for those looking for an active, walkable community.

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The Good

  • High‑rated public schools
  • 40‑minute commute to downtown
  • Low flood risk
  • Affordable rent relative to income

Real Talk

  • !Everything feels remote—walk score 4, almost no transit
  • !Higher home prices relative to median income
  • !Limited dining and nightlife options
  • !Car maintenance and insurance add to living costs
  • $Car insurance, gas, and maintenance
  • $Property taxes and homeowners insurance
  • $Possible extra fees for local schools or district programs

Best For

suburban familiescollege studentscommutersremote workers

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Spring, TX

D+

Safety grade

Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate
3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

Verify with real-time data

Rates are estimated from neighborhood characteristics using national FBI baselines. Actual figures vary by block — always verify with local sources before making decisions.

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