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Sugar Land, TX
Sugar Land · TX 77478
Updated October 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$680K
Median Price
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Walk Score
7/10
Schools
45 min
to Downtown Houston, TX
Score Breakdown
DAffordability
45/100
BSafety
78/100
B-Schools
70/100
B-Quietness
70/100
B-Commute
70/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score56/100
Our Take
Sugar Land offers solid family-friendly living with top-rated schools and a safe, affluent atmosphere. The trade-offs are limited walkability, a moderate commute to Houston, and a higher cost of living. Overall, it’s a solid choice for most people looking for a suburban environment near the city.
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The Good
- ✓Highly rated public schools
- ✓Strong property values and low crime
- ✓Convenient suburban lifestyle close to Houston
- ✓Good internet and infrastructure for remote work
Real Talk
- !Limited pedestrian and transit options
- !Higher housing and living costs than some nearby suburbs
- !Traffic can be heavy during peak commute hours
- !Nightlife and cultural scene are modest
- $Higher property taxes common in Texas
- $HOA fees in many planned communities
- $Elevated utility costs due to climate (AC, water)
Best For
Families with childrenYoung professionalsRemote workersRetirees seeking safety
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Sugar Land, TX
B
Safety grade
Safety score78 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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