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Friendswood, Texas

       
Total population 33,478 Average January/July temperatures 36.5° / 79.0°
Median home price $ 206,609 Annual Precipitation 28.23 in. /yr.
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Friendswood, Texas

This city has a rich Quaker past.

Climate
The typical Friendswood climate is subtropical, meaning mild winters and hot summers, with abundant rainfall.
Cultural Attractions
The cultural activities of Houston and the beaches of Galveston are a short drive away.
Geography
The city is situated between Houston and Galveston.
Historical
The city began in 1895 as a predominantly Quaker community.
Recreation
Friendswood boasts eight city parks and two county parks, with plenty of green space and nature trails.

Location Details

Weather  
Average January high/low temperature (?) 49.98 ° / 23 °
Average July high/low temperature (?) 91.62 ° / 66.28 °
Precipitation (?) 28.23 in. /yr.
% Sunny days per year (?) 25 %
Index score for various storm types (lower is better) (?) 417
Index score for air quality (lower is better) (?) 80
Cost of Living  
Median home price (?) $ 206,609
Median household income, age 55 to 75 (?) $67066.0
Median household income, all ages(?) $68521
Maximum state income tax (?) 0 %
State sales tax (?) 7.75 %
Recreational & Cultural Activities  
Area of square miles of parkland/greenspace (?) .240 mi.²
Number of public golf courses within the county (?) 10
Number of private golf courses within the county (?) 13
Number of public swimming pools within 15 miles of the location(?) 40
Health clubs, studios & gymnasiums within 15 miles of the location(?) 72
Number of sports teams within the county (?) 0
Number of movie theaters within the county (?) 6
Number of libraries within the county (?) 12
Number of museums within the county (?) 20
Number of college and universities that reside within the county (?) 1
Population & Demographics  
Total population (?) 33,478
Population density (?) 1,522 people/mi.²
Population trends (Percentage growth/decline of the 55+ population) (?) 66.1% growth
Population over 55 (?) 6,868 people
Education (?) 40 % have a college degree
Health  
Number of hospitals within the county (?) 15
Number of clinics within the county (?) 82
Number of elder care facilities within the county (?) 53
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