From 2020 census data and changes from the last decade to facts about the cities of Pearland and Friendswood—including demographics, tax rates and quick community facts—here is a snapshot across these communities located in the southeast Greater Houston area.



Populations have grown both locally in Pearland and Friendswood, and statewide across the last decade.





In Pearland and Brazoria County, local demographics look more diverse among race and ethnic groups, similar to the statewide numbers. In Friendswood and Galveston County there is still an overwhelming majority white population across the areas.



Tax rates across the Pearland and Friendswood areas were set from the middle through the latter end of 2021.