Alvin, TX
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 23,323 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | Low |
| Health Care: | Limited |
| Housing Price: | Low |
| Income: | Average |
Geography
Alvin is just south of Houston.
Cultural Attractions
Shimek's Gardens offers over 850 types of daylilies, and a variety of other flowers.
Recreation
The Bayou Widlife Park offers sights of exotic animals in their natural settings.
Historical
The town's original name was Morgan, but when residents discovered there was already a town by that name in Texas it was changed to Alvin, still honoring town founder Alvin Morgan.
Economy
The cattle, strawberry, and petroleum industries are key players in the city's economy.
| Median home price [details] | $118,012 |
| Median home price, 2008 [details] | $119,057 |
| Number of home sales [details] | 255 |
| Median dwelling age (in years) | 26 |
| Average property taxes [details] | $2,702 |
| Place to state foreclosures [details] | 31 |
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