Friendswood, Texas
Friendswood: A city in Galveston County, Texas. It is located on Clear Lake in the southeastern part of the state. Friendswood is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Friendswood Historical Society and the Friendswood Public Library.
About
Friendswood is a city located in the county of Galveston in the U.S. state of Texas. Its population at the 2010 census was 35,805 and a population density of 665 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 40,011 inhabitants.
The city was created 64 years ago in 1959.
Quick Facts about Friendswood
| Population : | 40,011 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Texas (United States) |
| County : | Galveston County |
| Phone Area Codes : | 281 |
| Area : | 53.86 km2 |
| Altitude : | 30 feet / 9 meters |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1960 (64 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | America/Chicago |
| Local time : | 11:33:49 (19th April 2024) |
| Postal code : | 77546 |
| Density : | 743 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | 10.51% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Friendswood is located at 29°31'46"N 95°12'4"W (29.5294000, -95.2010400).
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- Official Website
Official website of Friendswood
Demographics
The population of Friendswood increased by 10.51% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 35,805 | - | census |
| 2011 | 36,418 | 1.68% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 37,040 | 1.68% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 37,657 | 1.64% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 38,294 | 1.66% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 38,859 | 1.45% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 39,395 | 1.36% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 39,827 | 1.08% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 40,120 | 0.73% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 40,290 | 0.42% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 40,011 | -0.7% | estimation process |
People born in Friendswood (10)
People born in Friendswood, including basketball player Ronnie Price, football player Alex Trlica, actress Allison Sumrall, .
List
- Anthony Hill (American football tight end) he was born in 02/01/1985
- Katie Rose Clarke (American actress) she was born in 25/08/1984
- Larry Taylor (American politician) he was born in 25/06/1960
- Robin Coleman (American actor and figure competitor) she was born in 30/03/1973
- Suzanna Hupp (Texas politician) she was born in 28/09/1959
- Haley Carter (association football player) she was born in 21/06/1984
- Annie Mitchem (American volleyball player) she was born in 22/04/1994
Schools in Friendswood
College & universities near Friendswood, TX
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 488989 | Paul Mitchell the School-Webster | Webster (TX) | 77598-0000 |
Stations (4)
Amtrak & bus stations near Friendswood, TX
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| HOG | Houston, TX | 2121 Main Street | BUS |
| HOS | Houston | 902 Washington Ave. | RAIL |
| GLS | Galveston (Texas Eagle Bus), Texas | 25th St. and Strand St. | BUS |
| PVW | Prairie View, TX | 44814 US Highway 290 Business \r\n | BUS |
Post offices near Friendswood
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Friendswood Post Office | Friendswood (TX) | 77546 |
Other cities in Galveston County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Galveston County , TX.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| League City | 107,536 | The second most populous city in Galveston County, Texas. |
| Texas City | 50,094 | A city in Galveston County, Texas. |
| Galveston | 50,085 | A city in Galveston County, Texas. |
| Dickinson | 21,216 | City in North Dakota |
| La Marque | 17,642 | City in Texas |
| Santa Fe | 13,461 | City in Galveston County, Texas, United States |
| Bacliff | 8,619 | Census designated place |
| Hitchcock | 7,884 | City in Galveston County, Texas, United States |
| San Leon | 4,970 | Census designated place |
| Bolivar Peninsula | 2,417 | Census-designated place in Galveston County, Texas |
| Kemah | 2,048 | City in Galveston County, Texas, United States |
| Bayou Vista | 1,637 | City in Galveston County, Texas, United States |
| Clear Lake Shores | 1,209 | City in Galveston County, Texas, United States |
| Jamaica Beach | 1,076 | City in Galveston County, Texas, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Friendswood distances to largest Texas cities
