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Pecan Grove, TX

Pecan Grove is a census-designated place and master-planned community within the extraterritorial jurisdiction of Richmond in Fort Bend County, Texas, United States. The population was 22,782 at the 2020 census. 

Pecan Grove is located northeast of the center of Fort Bend County at 29°37′34″N 95°43′54″W (29.626060, -95.731591). It is bordered to the southwest by the Brazos River. The city limits of Richmond form a convoluted pattern in the southern part of the CDP, and the northern part is bordered by an exclave of the city of Houston. Downtown Richmond is 4 miles (6 km) southwest of the center of Pecan Grove, and downtown Houston is 29 miles (47 km) to the northeast. 

According to the United States Census Bureau, the Pecan Grove CDP has a total area of 8.8 square miles (22.9 km2), of which 8.7 square miles (22.5 km2) is land and 0.2 square miles (0.4 km2), or 1.69%, is water.

As of the 2020 United States census, there were 22,782 people, 6,515 households, and 5,485 families residing in the CDP. As of the census of 2000, there were 13,551 people, 4,516 households, and 3,847 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 1,552.2 inhabitants per square mile (599.3/km2). There were 4,662 housing units at an average density of 534.0 per square mile (206.2/km2). The racial makeup of the CDP was 91.29% White, 3.29% African American, 0.19% Native American, 1.34% Asian, 2.51% from other races, and 1.38% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 9.08% of the population. There were 4,516 households, out of which 52.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 76.3% were married couples living together, 7.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 14.8% were non-families. 12.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 2.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.00 and the average family size was 3.29.

The median income for a household in the CDP was $83,515, and the median income for a family was $91,059. Males had a median income of $62,213 versus $37,658 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $33,816. About 0.6% of families and 1.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 0.5% of those under age 18 and 2.2% of those age 65 or over.

In terms of healthcare, residents can access quality services at facilities like OakBend Medical Center, ensuring that the community's health and wellness needs are well addressed. The city's commitment to promoting a healthy lifestyle is further demonstrated through organized events and programs that encourage physical activity and community engagement. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by the Pecan Grove Parks and  Recreation Department. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Snap Fitness, 9Round Fitness, and Texas Fitness Ranch. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Pecan Grove, such as the Pecan Grove Park and Brazos Bend State Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Pecan Grove, TX include Messina Hof Harvest Green Winery & Kitchen, Fort Bend Museum, and Cullinan Park.

Population: 15,000 (2021). Elevation: 75 ft (23 m). Area: 8.8 sq mi (22.9 km2). ZIP code: 77406. Area code: 713.

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Is Pecan Grove, TX a good place to live?

Pecan Grove is in Fort Bend County and is one of the best places to live in Texas. Living in Pecan Grove offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. Many families and young professionals live in Pecan Grove and residents tend to lean conservative. 

What is the history of Pecan Grove, TX?

Pecan Grove was first started by Bruce Belin and Associates when they purchased approximately 1,450 acres in 1973 and by 1978 began construction of the development. Named for the stately pecan trees growing in the area, the community was originally referred to as Pecan Grove Plantation and later simply Pecan Grove. In the mid-1980s population estimates ranged from 8,000 to 8,500 and have since increased to over 13,000.

What is the ethnicity of Pecan Grove, TX?

Pecan Grove, TX is home to a population of 19.9k people, of which 95.9% are citizens. As of 2021, 10.2% of Pecan Grove, TX residents were born outside of the country (2.04k people). In 2021, there were 3.02 times more White (non-Hispanic) residents (10.8k people) in Pecan Grove, TX than any other race or ethnicity. There were 3.56k White (Hispanic) and 1.88k Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of Pecan Grove

OakBend Medical Center

Pecan Grove Parks and  Recreation Department

Snap Fitness

9Round Fitness 

Texas Fitness Ranch

Pecan Grove Park 

Brazos Bend State Park

Messina Hof Harvest Green Winery & Kitchen

Fort Bend Museum

Cullinan Park

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History

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