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Is League City a Good Place to Live? League City, Texas: cost of living, crime, schools and rankings
League City ranks #286 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #38 of 256 mid-size cities and #17 of 74 in Texas. Against similar-size cities it stands out for low violent crime (60 per 100,000, #3 of 235) and low poverty (5.4%, #10 of 256), and trails on long commutes (29.9 min, #204 of 256).
League City by the numbers
The measures people check first, each with League City's rank among the tracked cities and the US figure (or the similar-size median where there is no national figure).
What is the cost of living in League City?
League City's cost of living index is 98.6, 1% below the US level of 100 and #613 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $1,684/mo against $1,641/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $373,552, 25% above the typical Texas home ($299,367).
| Measure | League City | TexasTX | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of living indexBEA Regional Price Parities, metro area · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size 101.8 · US 100 | 98.6#613 of 1,308 | 97 | 101.8 | 100 |
| Typical home value (Zillow)Zillow Home Value Index · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $439,863 · US $368,697 | $373,552#569 of 1,187 | $299,367 | $439,863 | $368,697 |
| Typical asking rent (Zillow)Zillow Observed Rent Index · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,871/mo · US $1,948/mo | $1,838/mo#605 of 1,115 | — | $1,871/mo | $1,948/mo |
| Median home value (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $405,750 | $360,000#683 of 1,309 | — | $405,750 | — |
| Median rent (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,641/mo | $1,684/mo#860 of 1,309 | — | $1,641/mo | — |
| Home value to incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 5x | 3x#182 of 1,309 | — | 5x | — |
| Rent as a share of incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 23.9% | 16.7%#136 of 1,309 | — | 23.9% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track (median). Texas is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. Zillow figures track homes and rentals on the market now; Census figures are survey medians of all homes and leases, so the two differ.
League City housing market · August
Typical home value is a monthly index of homes in the middle third of the market; the Census figures above are survey medians and will differ. Source in the data sources list below. League City is in the Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX metro.
Texas housing market →Is League City safe?
League City recorded 60 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 84% below the US rate of 373 and 85% below Texas's 401. That ranks #43 of 1,083 cities with data (1 = safest) and #3 of 235 mid-size cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by League City Police Department. Property crime runs 1,072 per 100,000 (US 2,083).
| Measure | League City | TexasTX | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 352 · US 373 | 60#43 of 1,083 | 401 | 352 | 373 |
| Property crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 1,730 · US 2,083 | 1,072#250 of 1,083 | 2,463 | 1,730 | 2,083 |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track (median). Texas is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. City rates come from each police agency's report to the FBI and are not strictly comparable across agencies.
What do people earn in League City?
The median household in League City earns $121,099, 58% above the US figure of $76,827 and 66% above Texas ($73,035). Unemployment is 3.8% (US 4.2%). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The population grew 1.4% in the latest year (US +0.8%).
| Measure | League City | TexasTX | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median household incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size $80,112 · US $76,827 | $121,099#149 of 1,312 | $73,035 | $80,112 | $76,827 |
| Unemployment rateBLS LAUS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 4.2% · US 4.2% | 3.8%#390 of 1,058 | 4.2% | 4.2% | 4.2% |
| Poverty rateCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 12.6% | 5.4%#128 of 1,312 | — | 12.6% | — |
| Population growth, one yearCensus population estimates · rank 1 = fastestSimilar-size +0.3% · US +0.8% | +1.4%#173 of 1,132 | +1.7% | +0.3% | +0.8% |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track (median). Texas is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure.
Who lives in League City?
The median resident of League City is 37.7 years old, against 36.7 in similar-size cities. 47.6% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #310 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 74.7% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
| Measure | League City | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median ageCensus ACSSimilar-size 36.7 | 37.7 | 36.7 | — |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 34% | 47.6%#310 of 1,312 | 34% | — |
| Homes lived in by their ownerCensus ACSSimilar-size 56.7% | 74.7% | 56.7% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure.
How are League City's schools and health?
There is no city graduation rate for League City; its public schools have 17 students per teacher and spend $10,339 per pupil. 30.5% of adults are obese and 9.3% have diabetes, against similar-size city medians of 33.3% and 11.5%.
| Measure | League City | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students per teacherNCES Common Core of Data · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 17.4 | 17#734 of 1,188 | 17.4 | — |
| Spending per pupilNCES school finance survey · rank 1 = mostSimilar-size $14,993 | $10,339#1122 of 1,188 | $14,993 | — |
| Adult obesityCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 33.3% | 30.5%#424 of 1,311 | 33.3% | — |
| Adult diabetesCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 11.5% | 9.3%#265 of 1,311 | 11.5% | — |
| Adults with frequent mental distressCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 17.5% | 15.5%#329 of 1,311 | 17.5% | — |
| Adults without health insuranceCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 11.1% | 10.8%#756 of 1,311 | 11.1% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. 21,162 students are enrolled in League City's public schools.
What are the commute and weather like in League City?
The average commute in League City is 29.9 minutes (Texas 23.7); 0.5% of workers take transit and 14.7% work from home. On the EPA's walkability index League City scores 8.4 of 20 (below average walkable), #956 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). Summers average 83.5°F and winters 56.7°F, with 60.2 inches of precipitation a year.
| Measure | League City | TexasTX | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average commuteCensus ACS · rank 1 = shortestSimilar-size 24.6 min | 29.9 min#1100 of 1,312 | 23.7 min | 24.6 min | — |
| Commutes of an hour or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 6% | 10.2%#1065 of 1,312 | 8.1% | 6% | — |
| Drive alone to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 70.7% | 76.8% | 75.1% | 70.7% | — |
| Take transit to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.1% | 0.5% | 1% | 1.1% | — |
| Walk to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.6% | — |
| Bike to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 0.3% | 0% | 0.2% | 0.3% | — |
| Work from homeCensus ACSSimilar-size 13.3% | 14.7% | 11% | 13.3% | — |
| Walkability index (1 to 20)EPA National Walkability Index · rank 1 = most walkableSimilar-size 11.6 | 8.4#956 of 1,312 | — | 11.6 | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track (median). Texas is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. The walkability index is the EPA's, averaged over the city's neighborhoods by population.
| Month | Average high (°F) | Average low (°F) | Precipitation (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 63.8 | 45.7 | 4.8 |
| Feb | 67.4 | 49.8 | 3 |
| Mar | 73 | 55.6 | 3.3 |
| Apr | 78.4 | 61.3 | 4.2 |
| May | 85 | 69.1 | 5.1 |
| Jun | 90 | 74.7 | 6.5 |
| Jul | 91.8 | 76 | 4.4 |
| Aug | 92.3 | 75.9 | 6.6 |
| Sep | 88.4 | 71.8 | 7.3 |
| Oct | 81.7 | 62.6 | 5.8 |
| Nov | 72.5 | 53.4 | 4.5 |
| Dec | 65.8 | 47.4 | 4.5 |
Top: average low to average high, °F. Bottom: precipitation, inches. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Houston Nwso.
| Measure | League City | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average temperatureNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 62.1°F | 70.6°F | 62.1°F | — |
| Summer average (Jun–Aug)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 76.9°F | 83.5°F | 76.9°F | — |
| Winter average (Dec–Feb)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 47.7°F | 56.7°F | 47.7°F | — |
| Precipitation a yearNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 36.8 in | 60.2 in | 36.8 in | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Houston Nwso.
What are the air quality and natural hazard risks in League City?
Galveston County's air had a median air quality index of 45, and 60% of measured days were rated good; 8 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from ozone. Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Galveston County's biggest natural hazard losses in hurricane, coastal flooding, and inland flooding, with expected yearly losses of 0.19% of building value, higher than 71% of US counties.
| Measure | League City | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median air quality index (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = cleanestSimilar-size 46 | 45#664 of 1,138 | 46 | — |
| Unhealthy air days a year (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 4 | 8#805 of 1,138 | 4 | — |
| Yearly hazard losses, share of building value (county)FEMA National Risk Index · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 0.16% | 0.19%#919 of 1,312 | 0.16% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. County figures for Galveston County: the EPA measures air at monitors and FEMA estimates hazard losses by county, not by city.
Natural hazard losses, Galveston County
| Hazard | Yearly loss | Higher than |
|---|---|---|
| Hurricane | 0.062% | 88% of counties |
| Coastal flooding | 0.0075% | 79% of counties |
| Inland flooding | 0.095% | 65% of counties |
| Wildfire | 0.001% | 57% of counties |
| Tornado | 0.0039% | 33% of counties |
FEMA National Risk Index: expected yearly building losses from each hazard as a share of the county's building value, compared with every US county exposed to that hazard. Loss rates, unlike FEMA's risk ratings, do not rise just because a county has more property.
How does League City compare with similar-size cities?
League City is one of 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track and ranks #38 of them on overall score. The table sets it beside the 8 cities in other states closest to its population of 116,215.
| City | Rank | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime | Commute |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| League City, TXPop. 116,215 | #286 | 62.2 | $121,099 | $1,684/mo | 60 | 29.9 min |
| Clearwater, FLPop. 117,247 | #629 | 56.2 | $66,381 | $1,658/mo | 254 | 22.7 min |
| West Jordan, UTPop. 116,692 | #454 | 58.8 | $108,153 | $1,757/mo | 313 | 24.1 min |
| Antioch, CAPop. 116,477 | #1226 | 43.8 | $97,465 | $2,278/mo | 762 | 42 min |
| High Point, NCPop. 116,245 | #796 | 53.3 | $64,561 | $1,116/mo | 521 | 20.7 min |
| Evansville, INPop. 116,116 | #1196 | 45.1 | $53,387 | $975/mo | 1,087 | 18.3 min |
| Manchester, NHPop. 115,643 | #546 | 57.3 | $81,007 | $1,564/mo | 323 | 23.9 min |
| Westminster, COPop. 115,484 | #474 | 58.5 | $100,272 | $1,882/mo | 288 | 27 min |
| Elgin, ILPop. 114,934 | #432 | 59.4 | $90,282 | $1,361/mo | 218 | 28.2 min |
Rank is overall rank of 1,312. Income is median household income; rent is Census median rent; violent crime is per 100,000 residents as reported to the FBI ("no data" and "incomplete" are explained on each city's page).
How does League City compare with the rest of Texas?
League City ranks #17 of the 74 Texas cities we track, with a score of 62.2 against Texas's statewide 45.8. Its households earn 66% above the Texas median. Violent crime is 85% below the statewide rate. Homes are 25% above the typical Texas home.
| City | Rank in TX | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flower Mound, TXPop. 78,389 | #1 | 67.4 | $161,235 | $2,231/mo | 42 |
| Frisco, TXPop. 219,304 | #2 | 66.6 | $150,212 | $2,014/mo | 98 |
| Cedar Park, TXPop. 78,301 | #3 | 66.3 | $129,545 | $1,846/mo | 91 |
| McKinney, TXPop. 210,600 | #4 | 65.3 | $124,215 | $1,901/mo | 115 |
| Leander, TXPop. 74,067 | #5 | 65.2 | $139,048 | $1,939/mo | part year |
| Round Rock, TXPop. 127,786 | #6 | 64.9 | $99,287 | $1,763/mo | 125 |
| The Woodlands, TXPop. 121,002 | #7 | 63.6 | $140,701 | $1,822/mo | no data |
| Georgetown, TXPop. 85,999 | #8 | 63.4 | $95,062 | $1,795/mo | 149 |
| Mansfield, TXPop. 77,510 | #9 | 63.4 | $121,126 | $1,954/mo | 106 |
| Allen, TXPop. 110,265 | #10 | 63.3 | $130,901 | $1,932/mo | 79 |
| Carrollton, TXPop. 133,740 | … #13 | 62.7 | $101,396 | $1,735/mo | 98 |
| Richardson, TXPop. 118,731 | #14 | 62.7 | $98,111 | $1,857/mo | 138 |
| Wylie, TXPop. 60,334 | #15 | 62.6 | $119,522 | $2,189/mo | 81 |
| Pflugerville, TXPop. 65,971 | #16 | 62.3 | $117,799 | $1,932/mo | 186 |
| League City, TXPop. 116,215 | #17 | 62.2 | $121,099 | $1,684/mo | 60 |
| Lewisville, TXPop. 131,080 | #18 | 61.0 | $89,233 | $1,670/mo | 218 |
| Kyle, TXPop. 56,823 | #19 | 60.7 | $90,323 | $1,752/mo | 135 |
| Grapevine, TXPop. 51,139 | #20 | 60.6 | $111,376 | $1,863/mo | 165 |
| New Braunfels, TXPop. 104,643 | #21 | 60.0 | $86,021 | $1,654/mo | 223 |
The top 10 of the 74 and the cities ranked either side of League City among the Texas cities we track, by overall score. Texas statewide: median income $73,035, violent crime 401 per 100,000.
How is League City's score calculated?
League City scores 62.2 out of 100, #286 of 1,312 (grade B+, which follows rank). It is scored on the 10 of 11 categories with local data; outdoor access is left out rather than filled with Texas's statewide figure, and the other weights are scaled up to fill the gap. Each score is compared with the median of similar-size cities, which are scored the same way.
- EconomyCity data · 16% of score
Median household income and unemployment in League City. Similar-size median 52.9.
73.9 - SafetyCity data · 13% of score
Violent and property crime per 100,000 residents, as reported to the FBI by League City's police agency. Similar-size median 70.6.
95.2 - HealthCity data · 13% of score
Adult obesity, diabetes and frequent mental distress in League City. Similar-size median 53.8.
66.4 - EducationCity data, some inputs missing · 13% of score
Graduation rate, students per teacher and spending per pupil in League City's public schools. One input is missing, so the score uses the others. Similar-size median 52.1.
33.5 - AffordabilityCity data · 11% of score
League City's home values and rents and its metro area's price level. Similar-size median 59.1.
63.0 - Household financesCity data · 9% of score
Median household income and poverty rate in League City. Similar-size median 51.2.
83.0 - GrowthCity data · 7% of score
Population growth and unemployment in League City. Similar-size median 42.1.
55.9 - TransportationCity data · 7% of score
Commute time, long commutes, driving alone, transit, walking, cycling and working from home in League City. Similar-size median 50.1.
40.4 - WalkabilityCity data · 7% of score
The EPA's walkability index across League City's neighborhoods. Similar-size median 56.1.
38.9 - EnvironmentCounty data · 4% of score
Air quality and natural hazard losses in the county. Similar-size median 45.9.
39.8 - Outdoor accessNot scored
No city-level park or public land measure exists, so outdoor access is not scored for cities.
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Bar: League City's category score out of 100. Tick: median of the 256 cities of 100,000 to 250,000 we track. Shares of score are the category weights rescaled over the categories League City has data for. City scores use city formulas and are not on the same scale as state scores. Grades follow rank among the 1,312 cities. Methodology
Frequently asked questions about living in League City
Is League City, TX a good place to live?
League City ranks #286 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #38 of 256 mid-size cities and #17 of 74 in Texas. Against similar-size cities it stands out for low violent crime (60 per 100,000, #3 of 235) and low poverty (5.4%, #10 of 256), and trails on long commutes (29.9 min, #204 of 256).
What is the cost of living in League City?
League City's cost of living index is 98.6, 1% below the US level of 100 and #613 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $1,684/mo against $1,641/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $373,552, 25% above the typical Texas home ($299,367).
What is the crime rate in League City?
League City recorded 60 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 84% below the US rate of 373 and 85% below Texas's 401. That ranks #43 of 1,083 cities with data (1 = safest) and #3 of 235 mid-size cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by League City Police Department. Property crime runs 1,072 per 100,000 (US 2,083).
What is the median household income in League City?
The median household in League City earns $121,099, 58% above the US figure of $76,827 and 66% above Texas ($73,035). Unemployment is 3.8% (US 4.2%). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The population grew 1.4% in the latest year (US +0.8%).
How much is rent in League City?
Median rent in League City is $1,684/mo (Census), #860 of 1,309 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Zillow's typical asking rent for a unit on the market now is $1,838/mo, against $1,948/mo nationally. Median rent takes 16.7% of the median household's income.
How much does a house cost in League City?
Zillow's typical home value in League City is $373,552, up 0.7% in a year, against $299,367 for Texas and $368,697 nationally. The Census median value of owner-occupied homes is $360,000.
How are the public schools in League City?
There is no city graduation rate for League City; its public schools have 17 students per teacher and spend $10,339 per pupil.
How long is the commute in League City?
The average commute is 29.9 minutes, #1100 of 1,312 cities (1 = shortest), against 23.7 minutes across Texas. 10.2% of workers spend an hour or more getting to work.
What is the weather like in League City?
League City averages 70.6°F over the year, 83.5°F in summer and 56.7°F in winter, with 60.2 inches of precipitation. Figures are NOAA climate normals.
Is League City walkable?
League City scores 8.4 out of 20 on the EPA's National Walkability Index (below average walkable), #956 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). The index weighs street intersection density, distance to transit and the mix of homes and jobs in each neighborhood.
What natural disasters is League City at risk for?
Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Galveston County's biggest natural hazard losses in hurricane, coastal flooding, and inland flooding, with expected yearly losses of 0.19% of building value, higher than 71% of US counties.
How is the air quality in League City?
Galveston County's air had a median air quality index of 45, and 60% of measured days were rated good; 8 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from ozone.
Who lives in League City?
League City has 116,215 residents. The median resident of League City is 37.7 years old, against 36.7 in similar-size cities. 47.6% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #310 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 74.7% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
How does League City compare with the rest of Texas?
League City ranks #17 of the 74 Texas cities we track, with a score of 62.2 against Texas's statewide 45.8. Its households earn 66% above the Texas median. Violent crime is 85% below the statewide rate. Homes are 25% above the typical Texas home.
What cities are similar in size to League City?
The tracked cities in other states closest to League City's population of 116,215 are Clearwater, FL (#629 overall), West Jordan, UT (#454 overall), Antioch, CA (#1226 overall), High Point, NC (#796 overall), and Evansville, IN (#1196 overall). League City is #286.