ZIP Code 77016

12,877 properties in this area

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77016 Summary Statistics

Flood risk, pollution data, and real estate statistics for this area

Area Overview

The majority of properties (97%) sit in FEMA Zone X with minimal flood risk. At an average elevation of 57.1 feet above sea level, this is a moderate elevation area for the Houston region. Properties here have lower pollution exposure than the Houston average, with 78% within 2 miles of facilities releasing known carcinogens.

Flood Risk Summary

FEMA Flood Zones

FEMA designates flood zones based on flood risk. Flood insurance is required for high-risk zones with federally backed mortgages.

XMinimal Risk12,520 (97.2%)

Outside 100-year floodplain. Flood insurance optional but recommended.

AEHigh Risk356 (2.8%)

1% annual flood chance with base flood elevations. Insurance required.

AOHigh Risk1 (0.0%)

Shallow flooding 1-3 ft from rivers/streams. Insurance required.

Flood Risk Level

Our flood risk assessment combines FEMA flood zone, elevation, and proximity to bayous into a single rating.

Very Low12,520
97.2%
Moderate357
2.8%
Average Ground Elevation57.1 ftAbove sea level. Higher elevation generally means lower flood risk.

Pollution Summary

Based on EPA Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) data. TRI tracks industrial facilities that release toxic chemicals into air, water, or land.

Pollution Exposure Level49.2/100(Low)Higher = more pollution exposure from nearby industrial facilities.
Properties Near Carcinogen Sources78.4%Within 2 miles of facilities releasing known carcinogens.
Properties Near PBT Sources81.1%PBTs (Persistent Bioaccumulative Toxics) accumulate in the environment and food chain.
Avg. TRI Facilities Nearby2.3Average number of TRI-reporting industrial facilities within 2 miles of properties.

Real Estate Summary

Based on 2025 Harris County Appraisal District (HCAD) data for residential properties.

Property Values

Median Home Value$166,930
Average Home Value$186,750
Year-over-Year Change+8.4%

Home Characteristics

Average Home Size1,551 sq ft
Average Lot Size9,832 sq ft
Average Year Built1972

Based on 10,322 residential properties in this ZIP code.

Home Age Distribution

Before 19501,340
12.8%
1950-19695,350
51.1%
1970-19891,386
13.2%
1990-2009434
4.1%
2010+1,951
18.7%

Property Types

Real, Residential, Single-Family10,191 (70.5%)
Real, Vacant Lots/Tracts (In City)2,024 (14%)
Other Exempt (Government)492 (3.4%)
Real, Commercial451 (3.1%)
Other Exempt (Religious)357 (2.5%)

Recent Permits (Last 5 Years)

New Dwelling - permit1,319
Additions or Remodeling385
Repairs (Foundation / GM)243
Residential Demolition232
Extra Features (OB&Y)91

New Construction

Properties with New Construction544
Total New Construction Value$86,913,630
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