Forbes' 2012 Migration Data shows that a total of 49,800 people relocated to Houston last year. That is an average of over 4,000 people relocating to Houston every month.
The same data projects Houston to have the healthiest housing market in the nation, at the same time ranking the city among the cities with the strongest local economy.
As a matter of fact, Houston saw a 118,700 bump in its total work force the last 12 months. Houston is also on top in annual job growth, with its 3.2% year-by-year job growth projection for the next 5 years.
With companies like Chevron, Direct Energy and Exxon relocating employees here, the number of people moving to Houston will continue to grow. In case you are among them, here's a free Houston Relocation Kit that should help you make the process a lot easier.
The Houston Relocation Kit includes the following:
Comprehensive Relocation Kits
Home Selling Assistance Guide
Area Tours and Overviews
Home Buying Assistance Guide
Customized Neighborhood Comparisons
Interim Housing and Leasing Assistance
School Information
The Kit should provide you with necessary and pertinent information that relates to the Houston real estate market, including Houston neighborhoods, Houston schools, Houston homes for sale, Houston townhomes, Houston condos & Houston high rises, Buying A Houston home, Selling your home, and Leasing Options.
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this blog are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the HRIS.