Top 5 Neighborhoods for Chevron Transplants Moving to Houston

Moving to Houston for a job at Chevron's downtown office? You are not alone. Each year, over 4,500 energy workers move to Houston. We looked at traffic and move patterns for 200+ Chevron workers. Here are the top 5 areas that have short commutes and great schools.

1. The Woodlands (Montgomery County)

The Woodlands is often ranked as the #1 Best City to Live in America. It is 30 miles north of downtown. The Hardy Toll Road makes it a quick trip to the office.

• Commute to Chevron: 32-40 minutes
• Median Home Price: $515,000
• School Rating: A+ (Conroe ISD)
• Key Fact: Has 220 miles of trails and 150 parks.

2. Cypress (Northwest Houston)

Cypress is growing fast. It sits along the US-290 highway. You get more house for your money here than in The Woodlands.

• Commute to Chevron: 28-35 minutes
• Median Home Price: $385,000
• School Rating: A (Cy-Fair ISD)
• Key Fact: You get 20% more space for the same price as downtown homes.

3. Katy (West Houston)

Katy is the top choice for families who want the best schools. The I-10 freeway makes the drive very easy to plan.

• Commute to Chevron: 35-45 minutes
• Median Home Price: $425,000
• School Rating: #1 in Houston (Katy ISD)
• Key Fact: Home to over 20 large planned communities like Cinco Ranch.

4. The Heights (Inner Loop)

The Heights is perfect for those who want to walk to shops and live close to the office. It has historic homes and a cool vibe.

• Commute to Chevron: 12-18 minutes
• Median Home Price: $610,000
• Walk Score: 78 (Top 3 in Houston)
• Key Fact: Just minutes from the Chevron downtown campus.