The Woodlands, Texas
The Woodlands: A city in Montgomery County, Texas. It is located on the western edge of the Greater Houston metropolitan area. The Woodlands is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the The Woodlands Waterway Square and the The Woodlands Township Public Library.
About
The Woodlands is a city located in the county of Montgomery in the U.S. state of Texas.
The Woodlands is a master-planned community located about 30 miles north of downtown Houston. It was established in 1974 by George Mitchell of Mitchell Energy. The goal was to create an eco-friendly, forested community with jobs, housing and recreation.
Development of The Woodlands began in 1975 and continued in phases over the next decades. By the early 2000s, over 60,000 people lived in The Woodlands. In 2007, it was officially incorporated as a town.
Key Local Industries and Attractions
Today The Woodlands is home to over 115,000 residents and has several major industries:
- Energy - Anadarko, Aker Solutions, Huntsman
- Healthcare - hospital systems and medical complexes
- Technology - Maersk, Entercom Communications
- Tourism - Market Street, the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
Popular attractions include a world-class golf resort, 150 miles of hiking and biking trails, and the performing arts center.
Demographics and Local Culture
The Woodlands is one of the most affluent locales in Texas with a majority college-educated population. Over 32% of residents are under 20 years old.
The community culture emphasizes education, natural spaces, and family amenities. There are over 150 neighborhood parks along with nature preserves and forest zones. The Woodlands hosts special events like the annual Waterway Arts Festival.
With its original vision still strong, The Woodlands offers exceptional quality of life, natural beauty, and economic opportunity. The community continues to enhance itself through sustainable design and planning.
Quick Facts about The Woodlands
| Population : | 93,847 |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Texas (United States) |
| County : | Montgomery County |
| Postal code : | 77380 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 281 713 832 936 |
| Area : | 113.24 km2 |
| Altitude : | 164 feet / 50 meters |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1974 (50 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | Central Time Zone |
| Local time : | 06:11:47 (21st December 2024) |
Geography
The Woodlands is located at 30°9'29"N 95°29'22"W (30.1579900, -95.4893800).
The Woodlands map
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- Official Website
Official website of The Woodlands
People born in The Woodlands (17)
People born in The Woodlands, including movie actress Teagan Presley, actress Kirby Bliss Blanton, football player Danny Amendola, .
List
- Brad North (American soccer player) he was born in 21/01/1985
- Dion von Moltke (American racing driver) he was born in 27/07/1990
- Rusty Pierce (American soccer player) he was born in 24/07/1979
- Sean Glennon (American football player) he was born in 05/09/1985
- Justin Gilbert (American football player) he was born in 07/11/1991
- Kerry Shook (American television evangelist) he was born in 06/11/1962
- Logan Verrett (Major League Baseball pitcher) he was born in 19/06/1990
- Daniel Lasco (American-football player (1992-)) he was born in 09/10/1992
- Brett Eibner (American professional baseball center fielder for the Los Angeles Dodgers of Major League Baseball) he was born in 02/12/1988
- Austin Pruitt (American professional baseball pitcher) he was born in 31/08/1989
- Bronson Burgoon (American professional golfer) he was born in 02/06/1987
- Antoine Winfield Jr. (American football safety) he was born in 16/08/1998
- Grant Gunnell (American football quarterback) he was born in 24/11/1999
- Grady Easton (American soccer player) he was born in 26/09/2002
Schools in The Woodlands
College & universities near The Woodlands, TX
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 227182 | Lone Star College System | The Woodlands (TX) | 77381-4399 |
Stations (5)
Amtrak & bus stations near The Woodlands, TX
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| HOS | Houston | 902 Washington Ave. | RAIL |
| HOG | Houston, TX | 2121 Main Street | BUS |
| PVW | Prairie View, TX | 44814 US Highway 290 Business \r\n | BUS |
| BRY | Bryan, TX | 301 East 26th Street | BUS |
| GLS | Galveston (Texas Eagle Bus), Texas | 25th St. and Strand St. | BUS |
Post offices near The Woodlands
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Panther Creek Post Office | Spring (TX) | 77381 |
Other cities in Montgomery County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Montgomery County , TX. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Conroe | 96,214 | The third most populous city in Montgomery County, Texas. |
| Willis | 7,122 | City in Texas, USA |
| Oak Ridge North | 3,159 | City in Montgomery County, Texas, United States |
| Shenandoah | 3,101 | City in Montgomery County, Texas, United States |
| Panorama Village | 2,446 | City in Montgomery County, Texas, United States |
| Splendora | 2,292 | City in Montgomery County, Texas, United States |
| Magnolia | 2,224 | City in southwestern Montgomery County, Texas, United States |
| Patton Village | 2,207 | City in Montgomery County, Texas, United States |
| Roman Forest | 2,035 | City in Montgomery County, Texas, United States |
| Pinehurst | 1,959 | Census designated place |
| Porter Heights | 1,653 | Census designated place |
| Montgomery | 1,639 | City in and county seat of Montgomery County, Alabama, United States and Alabama federated state capital |
| Woodbranch | 1,498 | City in Montgomery County, Texas, United States |
| Cut and Shoot | 1,490 | City in Montgomery County, Texas, United States |
| Stagecoach | 604 | Town of the United States |
| Woodloch | 207 | Town of the United States |
Distance to Other Cities
The Woodlands distances to largest Texas cities
