Howe Public RecordsTexas

Howe, located in Grayson County, TX, relies heavily on personal vehicles, with approximately 95% of commuters driving alone and less than 1% using public transit due to limited local services. The average commute time is around 26 minutes, aligning with state averages. Transportation infrastructure centers on US Highway 75 and State Highway 5, facilitating movement to nearby employment hubs like Sherman and Denison. Vehicle ownership is high, with over 97% of households having at least one vehicle. Public transit options are minimal, making private transportation essential for accessing jobs in the region.

Howe, Grayson County, TX, has a homeownership rate of around 69%, with median home values near $240,000 as of 2024. Average rent for a two-bedroom apartment is about $1,100/month. The housing market has seen annual appreciation of 5-7% recently, driven by demand for single-family homes, which make up most housing types; mobile homes and townhouses are less common. Popular neighborhoods include Old Town and neighborhoods near Howe High School. Property tax rates in Grayson County average 1.8%, resulting in annual taxes of around $4,320 on a median-priced home.

Howe, TX, in Grayson County, serves students through Howe Independent School District, with one elementary, one middle, and one high school. Howe High School enrolls about 370 students, with a graduation rate around 97%, and scores above state averages on STAAR tests. Around 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. School safety is rated above average, with minimal incidents reported annually. Educational programs include gifted/talented, AP courses, and career tech.

As of the 2020 Census, Howe, Grayson County, Texas, had a population of approximately 2,600. The median age is about 37 years, with 50.7% male and 49.3% female residents. Racially, Howe is predominantly White (84.2%), with Hispanic or Latino (8.1%), African American (1.8%), Asian (0.8%), and those identifying with two or more races (4.5%). The city’s population reflects gradual growth and increasing diversity in recent years.

Howe, Grayson County, TX, with a population of approximately 3,400, has no hospital within city limits; residents access care mainly at Texoma Medical Center and Wilson N. Jones Regional Medical Center in nearby Sherman (each about 10 miles away). Howe hosts one family health clinic and several independent providers. Roughly 88% of residents have health insurance. The population is 87% White, 7% Hispanic, and 2% Black. Common health issues include obesity (34%), diabetes (11%), and hypertension. Healthcare access is rated fair, with most residents relying on private vehicles for transportation to medical services.