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West University Place is a city in Harris County, Texas, with a population of approximately 14,955.

Population14,955
Median Home Value$1,406,600
Median Income$250,001
Area2.0 sq mi

How West University Place Ranks

#1
Lowest Property Taxesin Harris County
0.20%
#1
Best Fiscal Healthin Harris County
81 / 100
#2
Best Demographicsin Texas
89 / 100

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NewsFEB 19, 2026

West University Place crime concerns and more

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NewsFEB 18, 2026

West University Place neighborhood on edge after series of burglaries

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NewsFEB 18, 2026

Police warn of organized crime-linked burglaries in West University Place

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