City of Friendswood

the city of friendswood is a family-friendly community with a population of approximately 38,000 residents. the 21-square mile city has boundaries reaching across both northern galveston and southern harris counties. its prime location between galveston and houston makes it a great place for families, working professionals, and growing businesses. residents often choose friendswood for the hometown environment and high quality of living. with affordable quality housing, two exceptional school districts, plenty of recreational space, and variety of retailers there is always something to do. whether you are taking a stroll through one of the nature trails, getting lost in a book at a local coffee shops, or taking in a sporting event there is something for everyone to love about friendswood. friendswood has been consistently recognized as one of the best places to live in the nation, bay area houston magazine recently awarded friendswood the “best city to live,” and in 2011, family circle