ZIP Code 77081

2,397 properties in this area

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77081 Summary Statistics

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

Area Overview

The majority of properties (79%) sit in FEMA Zone X with minimal flood risk. However, 21% of properties are in high-risk flood zones (AE) where flood insurance is required. At an average elevation of 57.9 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 94% 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 Risk1,887 (78.7%)

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

AEHigh Risk510 (21.3%)

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

Flood Risk Level

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

Very Low1,887
78.7%
Moderate510
21.3%
Average Ground Elevation57.9 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 Level40.6/100(Low)Higher = more pollution exposure from nearby industrial facilities.
Properties Near Carcinogen Sources94.3%Within 2 miles of facilities releasing known carcinogens.
Properties Near PBT Sources94.2%PBTs (Persistent Bioaccumulative Toxics) accumulate in the environment and food chain.
Avg. TRI Facilities Nearby2Average 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$415,030
Average Home Value$1,494,409
Year-over-Year Change+7.8%

Home Characteristics

Average Home Size17,433 sq ft
Average Lot Size26,500 sq ft
Average Year Built1976

Based on 1,096 residential properties in this ZIP code.

Home Age Distribution

Before 195028
2.5%
1950-1969613
55.7%
1970-198968
6.2%
1990-2009266
24.2%
2010+126
11.4%

Property Types

Real, Residential, Single-Family1,009 (37.1%)
Condo - Apartment Conversion648 (23.8%)
Real, Commercial581 (21.3%)
Other Exempt (Government)148 (5.4%)
Real, Vacant Lots/Tracts (In City)79 (2.9%)

Recent Permits (Last 5 Years)

New Building78
Addtns, Remodels, Lease Space59
Additions or Remodeling52
Repairs (Foundation / GM)40
Fire Reports39

New Construction

Properties with New Construction19
Total New Construction Value$5,105,273
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