RANK #589 / 996 · POP 629,989 · TX
PROJECTED GROWTH: +0.4%
Montgomery County, Texas, is recognized as the "Birthplace of the Lone Star Flag," a point of local pride. Located approximately 40 miles north of downtown Houston, the county offers a blend of suburban and rural living. Commute times to Houston vary, with options like The Woodlands Express and METRO Park and Ride services available in some areas. The community maintains a relaxed pace, with a strong sense of local connection. Natural amenities are a significant draw, including Lake Conroe for water sports and fishing, and the Sam Houston National Forest and W. Goodrich Jones State Forest for hiking and bird watching.
Life in Montgomery County appeals to families seeking highly-rated public schools, such as those in Conroe, Montgomery, and Magnolia ISDs. The county has experienced substantial population growth, attracting residents who may commute to Houston or work remotely. The economy is expanding with new commercial and residential developments. Key sectors seeing investment include business services, often supporting energy operations, along with retail, healthcare, distribution, and manufacturing.
Below national median (4.7x)
Prices declining
Moderate climate & terrain
Above national median (13x)
Housing is fairly valued at 4.7x relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
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| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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Montgomery County Power Station
Entergy Texas Inc.
|
$1,000M | Operating |
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Montgomery County 2025 Capital Improvement Bond
Montgomery County
|
$825M | Proposed |
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Data Journey Bunker Campus
Data Journey
|
$500M | Planned |
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400-acre Residential Development near Lake Conroe
J. Alan Kent Development
|
$200M | Planned |
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Amazon Delivery Station (Porter)
Amazon
|
$50M | Under Construction |
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Blackfin Pipeline
Undisclosed
|
$50M | Under Construction |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
Bars show percentile rank among all 996 counties.
Montgomery County has a Boom Town Index score of 41/100, ranking #589 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at +2.1% and a median household income of $95,946, it faces some economic headwinds compared to faster-growing counties.
The median home value in Montgomery County is $293,500 with median rent at $1,416/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.3269, which is more affordable than the national average.
Population growth: +3.6% year-over-year. Job growth: +2.1%. Home values changed -0.6% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 4.52% of Montgomery County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.