Katy, Texas

A traditional and thriving family-style community with endless amenities and small town charm



Thriving Community + Endless Family Fun

Katy was officially incorporated in 1945. Known as a railroad town, the earliest settlers came in 1872. It was open prairie, home to wildlife and Indian tribes. The main industry became rice, peanuts and cotton farming. A gas field was discovered in 1934 then it really started to prosper and grow. This still is an important part of the city today. It is a thriving, family style community with small town charm with the amenities but without the hustle and bustle of the big city. 

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Katy was officially incorporated in 1945. Known as a railroad town, the earliest settlers came in 1872. It is a thriving, family style community with small town charm with the amenities but without the hustle and bustle of the big city. 

FAMILY

COMMUNITY

Tight knit expanding community where neighbors interact with each other

SCHOOLS

Katy Independent School District ranked as the number 1 school district in the Houston area and number 13 in Texas 

ACTIVITIES

An abundance of parks & walking trails, Typhoon Texas Waterpark, outdoor shopping, local restaurants, and more!

4th

WEALTHIEST

ZIP CODE in Houston

30

MINUTES

from the Energy Corridor

B

crime rate

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Location + Commute

77441

77449

77450

77493

77494

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Flood map for Katy, Texas


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Local Landmarks

  • From Katy to NRG Stadium: 39 mins
  • From Katy to The Galleria: 33 mins
  • From Katy to Energy Corridor: 28 mins
  • From Katy to Hobby Airport: 52 mins
  • From Katy to George Bush Intercontinental: 45 mins
  • From Katy to Austin, Texas: 2hr 15mins
  • From Katy to Dallas, Texas: 3hr 37mins
  • From Katy to San Antonio: 2hr 29mins
  • From Katy to The Woodlands: 52mins

Carpool for free

Carpool for free using the HOV lane: HOV Lanes are restricted lanes reserved for vehicles with a driver and one or more passengers. Each vehicle that travels on an HOV Lane must carry at least two or, in some cases, three people. HOV Lanes allow drivers to travel faster and avoid congestion in regular lanes during peak periods. Motorcycles are permitted to travel on the HOV Lane at any time as per federal guidelines.

Pay for the fast lane

Pay for the fast lane (aka EZ tag): For those who are unable to carpool and use the HOV lane, there is also another option to access the fast lane using the EZ tag. First and foremost, an EZ TAG account is not required, it is highly recommended for greater access and convenience. Qualifying vehicles may use the all-electronic (EZ TAG Only) toll lanes and will automatically receive the discounted tolling rate.

How does the EZ tag work?

An EZ TAG is a small adhesive device that adheres to the inside of the windshield. As EZ TAG customers use the system, tolls are electronically deducted from their account. When the EZ TAG account reaches the minimum balance level, it automatically charges (debits) the customer’s credit card or bank account to bring it back to the original deposit amount.

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Local Favorites + Family Fun

Family Time

Best Date Nights

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Local Favorites

Locally Sourced Grocers & Markets: 


Local Coffee Shops: 

Blockhouse Coffee & Kitchen, Black Rock Coffee

Ziggi's Coffee



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Sports & Recreation


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Top Rated Veterinary

Katy Veterinary Clinic

Circle B Veterinary Clinic

The Well Pet Center Veterinary Hospital

Katy Pet Wellness Solutions

Independent Living Facilities Locator

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Katy/Fulshear

Community Resources

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City of Katy, Texas

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City of Fulshear, Texas

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Houston Mom Collective

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Katy Moms Network

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Out and About

Parks + Recreation

  • Parks

    Mary Jo Peckham Community Center

    • Fishing pond, walking trails, indoor fitness center, indoor pool
    • 5597 Gardenia Ln, Katy, TX 77493

    The City of Katy Dog Park

    • Fields, fountains, restrooms, small pond for dogs to swim, dog wash, dog training/course equipment
    • 5414 Franz Rd, Katy, TX 77493

    Katy City Park

    • Playgrounds and sports fields
    • 5850 Franz Rd, Katy, TX 77493

    Katy Heritage Park

    • Historic homes of Katy, historical markers, picnic tables
    • 5990 George Bush Dr, Katy, TX 77493
    • Luxury apartments, hotel, retail, restaurants, and walking trails all located lakeside
    • 24566 Kingsland Blvd, Katy, TX 77493

    Bike Trails around Katy, Texas

  • Bike Trails

    Bike trails around Katy, Texas

  • Family Fun & Entertainment

    Water Park

    Attractions + Entertainment

You have to experience

Living in Katy

Katy, first known as "Cane Island" in the late 1800s, is a community with a rich history that has grown into the charming suburb it is today!


The city's farming and oil roots can still be seen today with the vast options of outdoor activities and the economy being influenced by the oil industry.


As far as the economy and the job market goes large companies, like Igloo and Academy Sports & Outdoors, are headquartered in Katy. It is also a short drive to Houston's Energy Corridor where many find themselves employed.


Katy is large enough to have all of the shopping, dining, and activities you may need, but small enough to still know the people in your community! Take into account Katy Asian Town that has become a hub for multicultural dining and shopping. Katy has been ranked one of the best suburbs in Houston to buy a house and has one of the best school districts in Texas!


The Katy Rice Harvest Festival makes an appearance once a year bringing live music, booths, a carnival, food, and more to the city!

The Houston area has seen vast growth in recent years with the Katy Freeway expanding to 26 to 30 lanes in 2008. Katy is home to many masterplanned communities like Seven Meadows, Camillo Lakes, Cane Island, Cinco Ranch, along with MANY more! Katy has been recognized as an area for economic excellence, workforce excellence, and the #1 high growth area in the US as of 2010.



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Utilities + Providers

How we maintain and grow as a community

  • Katy, Texas area MUD districts

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  • What are MUD Taxes

    MUD stands for Municipal Utility District, which is a subdivision of the State of Texas that is created to build infrastructure and provide services such as water, sewer, and stormwater drainage in areas where a city cannot provide them. A MUD might be created for a brand new community that sits just outside Houston's public water services, for example. Municipal Utility Districts are funded through bonds. Homeowners then pay off those bonds through MUD tax. As the debt decreases, MUD taxes may also decrease over time.

  • What do MUDs provide to a community?

    In addition to their common functions of water and wastewater service, MUDs are legally empowered to engage in conservation, irrigation, electrical generation, firefighting, solid waste collection and disposal, and recreational activities (such as parks, swimming pools, and sports courts). A MUD can provide for itself the recreational amenities that are approved by the Board of Directors and funded by the District.

  • Will my taxes be higher in a MUD?

    MUD tax rates, like all property tax rates, vary according to property values and debt requirements. MUD rates generally decline over time as the MUD is built out and operating and debt service costs are shared by more homeowners.

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