According to Ehealthfacts.org, Spring, Texas is located in the northern part of Harris County and is a suburb of Houston. The city covers an area of approximately 45.9 square miles and is home to over 54,000 residents. The climate in Spring is generally hot and humid, with temperatures ranging from the mid-40s during winter months to the upper-90s during summer months. Spring has a rich history that dates back to 1836 when it was established by John C. Townes as a stagecoach stop for travelers heading west on their way to Austin.
Politics in Spring have been dominated by the Republican Party since its inception, though local elections tend to be fairly competitive between both parties. The economy of the city relies heavily on the petrochemical industry and there are numerous oil refineries located nearby that provide jobs for many local residents.
The educational system in Spring is managed by the Spring Independent School District which consists of 19 elementary schools, 5 middle schools, 5 high schools, one alternative school, and one career/technical school. There are also several private schools located within the city limits as well as two community colleges nearby – Lone Star College and San Jacinto College North Campus.
Spring has several landmarks that attract visitors from all over the state including Mercer Arboretum & Botanic Gardens, Old Town Spring Shopping Center, Splashtown Waterpark, Jesse H Jones Park & Nature Center, Northgate Crossing Shopping Center, Klein Memorial Park & Pool Complex and Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion. Additionally there are several golf courses scattered throughout the city along with plenty of trails for hiking or biking activities.
Population: 36,385
Males: 17,730 (48.7%), Females: 18,655 (51.3%)
Harris County
Zip codes: 77373, 77379, 77380, 77381, 77382, 77386, 77388, 77389.
Median resident age: 31.7 years
Median household income: $56,662
Median house value: $73,500
Races in Spring:
- White Non-Hispanic (73.7%)
- Hispanic (16.1%)
- Black (7.0%)
- Other race (5.6%)
- Two or more races (2.3%)
- American Indian (1.1%)
(Total can be greater than 100% because Hispanics could be counted in other races)
Ancestries: German (17.1%), Irish (12.8%), United States (9.5%), English (7.8%), French (4.2%), Italian (3.6%).
Land area: 23.9 square miles
Population
Spring, Texas is a large city located in the northern part of the Greater Houston metropolitan area. As of 2019, Spring had an estimated population of 70,717 people. The city is considered to be one of the fastest-growing cities in the Houston area. The majority of Spring’s population is white, accounting for 69.2% of all residents. African-Americans make up 18% of Spring’s population and Hispanics account for 12%. Asians make up 1% and other races make up 1%.
The median age in Spring is 33 years old with a gender ratio of 50.2% female and 49.8% male. The median household income in Spring is $81,913 and the median value for owner-occupied housing units is $193,800 according to the most recent census data from 2018. The cost of living index in Spring is 94 which is lower than the national average of 100. In terms of education, 91% have graduated high school or higher while 20% have obtained a bachelor’s degree or higher. Spring also has an unemployment rate that sits at 3%, which is lower than the national average rate at this time (3.7%).
For population 25 years and over in Spring
- High school or higher: 88.5%
- Bachelor’s degree or higher: 18.2%
- Graduate or professional degree: 4.6%
- Unemployed: 3.7%
- Mean travel time to work: 29.8 minutes
For population 15 years and over in Spring CDP
- Never married: 23.1%
- Now married: 61.9%
- Separated: 1.2%
- Widowed: 3.3%
- Divorced: 10.5%
6.7% Foreign born (4.4% Latin America, 1.0% Asia, 0.9% Europe).
Hospitals
Hospitals/medical centers near Spring:
- CYPRESS CREEK HOSPITAL INC (about 6 miles; HOUSTON, TX)
- HEALTHSOUTH REHABILITATION INSTITUTE (about 6 miles; HOUSTON, TX)
- HOUSTON NORTHWEST MEDICAL CENTER (about 6 miles; HOUSTON, TX)
Airports
Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Spring:
- GEORGE BUSH INTERCONTINENTAL ARPT/HOUSTON (about 8 miles; HOUSTON, TX; Abbreviation: IAH)
- WILLIAM P HOBBY (about 31 miles; HOUSTON, TX; Abbreviation: HOU)
- ELLINGTON FIELD (about 36 miles; HOUSTON, TX; Abbreviation: EFD)
Other public-use airports nearest to Spring:
- WILLIAMS (about 9 miles; PORTER, TX; Abbreviation: 9X1)
- DAVID WAYNE HOOKS MEMORIAL (about 12 miles; HOUSTON, TX; Abbreviation: DWH)
- WEISER AIR PARK (about 19 miles; HOUSTON, TX; Abbreviation: EYQ)
Amtrak station near Spring:
- 20 miles: HOUSTON (902 WASHINGTON AVE.). Services: ticket office, fully wheelchair accessible, enclosed waiting area, public restrooms, public payphones, vending machines, free short-term parking, free long-term parking, taxi stand, public transit connection.
Colleges and Universities
Colleges/Universities in Spring:
- HELICOPTERS SERVICES INC (Location: 19931 STUEBNER AIRLINE BX A; Private, for-profit; Website: www.heliserv.com)
- CHAMPIONS SCHOOL OF REAL ESTATE (Location: 16203 WIMBLEDON FOREST DR; Private, for-profit; Website: www.realestatesch1.com)
Colleges and Universities
Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Spring:
- NORTH HARRIS MONTGOMERY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (about 9 miles; HOUSTON, TX; Full-time enrollment: 13,933)
- HOUSTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE SYSTEM (about 16 miles; HOUSTON, TX; Full-time enrollment: 21,140)
- THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER (about 16 miles; HOUSTON, TX; Full-time enrollment: 2,595)
- UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON-DOWNTOWN (about 21 miles; HOUSTON, TX; Full-time enrollment: 6,236)
- SAN JACINTO COLLEGE-NORTH CAMPUS (about 22 miles; HOUSTON, TX; Full-time enrollment: 2,819)
- UNIVERSITY OF ST THOMAS (about 22 miles; HOUSTON, TX; Full-time enrollment: 2,541)
- UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON-UNIVERSITY PARK (about 23 miles; HOUSTON, TX; Full-time enrollment: 25,479)
Schools
Public high schools in Spring:
- SPRING H S (Students: 3,007; Location: 19428 INTERSTATE 45 N; Grades: 09 – 12)
- KLEIN COLLINS HIGH SCHOOL (Students: 2,565; Location: 20811 ELLA BLVD; Grades: 09 – 12)
- KLEIN OAK H S (Students: 1,915; Location: 22603 NORTHCREST DR; Grades: 09 – 12)
Private high schools in Spring:
- K F B C CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (Students: 40; Location: 2530 LOUETTA RD; Grades: PK – 12)
- KLEIN FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (Students: 37; Location: 2560 OLD LOUETTA LOOP; Grades: PK – 12)
- VILLAGE PREP ACADEMY (Students: 25; Location: 240 NOBLE; Grades: 9 – 12)
Biggest public primary/middle schools in Spring:
- TWIN CREEKS MIDDLE (Students: 1,424; Location: 27100 CYPRESSWOOD DR; Grades: 06 – 08)
- HILDEBRANDT INT (Students: 1,388; Location: 22800 HILDEBRANDT RD; Grades: 06 – 08)
- SCHINDEWOLF INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL (Students: 1,220; Location: 20903 ELLA BLVD; Grades: 06 – 08)
- DUEITT MIDDLE (Students: 1,113; Location: 1 EAGLE CROSSING; Grades: 06 – 08)
- LEMM EL (Students: 979; Location: 19034 JOANLEIGH DR; Grades: PK – 05)
- SMITH EL (Students: 975; Location: 26000 CYPRESSWOOD DR; Grades: PK – 05)
- DOLLY VOGEL INTERMEDIATE (Students: 974; Location: 27100 GEFFERT WRIGHT; Grades: 05 – 06)
- MILDRED JENKINS EL (Students: 957; Location: 4615 REYNALDO DR; Grades: PK – 05)
- NORTHAMPTON EL (Students: 926; Location: 6404 ROOT RD; Grades: PK – 05)
- A D FORD EL (Students: 906; Location: 25460 RICHARD RD; Grades: PK – 04)
Biggest private primary/middle schools in Spring:
- TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL (Students: 600; Location: 18926 KLEIN CHURCH ROAD; Grades: PK – 8)
- ST EDWARD CATHOLIC SCHOOL (Students: 446; Location: 2601 SPRING STUEBNER; Grades: PK – 8)
- ABERCROMBIE ACADEMY II (Students: 250; Location: 17102 THEISS MALL RD; Grades: PK – 5)
- GREYSTONE HOUSE (Students: 180; Location: 17710 S CYPRESS VILLAS; Grades: KG – KG)
- THE OAKWOOD SCHOOL (Students: 124; Location: 417 SAWDUST ROAD; Grades: PK – KG)
- SPELL WELL MONTESSORI SCHOOL (Students: 48; Location: 17502 W STRACK DRIVE; Grades: PK – KG)
- SCHOOL IN THE PINES (Students: 39; Location: 19027 JOAN LEIGH; Grades: PK – KG)
- TRILLIUM DAY SCHOOL (Students: 26; Location: 17610 E STRACK DR; Grades: PK – 8)
- GREENGATE ACADEMY INC (Students: 26; Location: 18490 KUYKENDAHL RD; Grades: KG – 1)
- KINDERCARE 1106 (Students: 11; Location: 17303 KUYKENDAHL; Grades: KG – KG)
