Affordable Storage in Livingston

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About Livingston, TX

Livingston is the county seat of Polk County. It is about 74 miles northeast of Houston on Highway 59. The town is situated east of Lake Livingston, where the fishing is amazing. The 2020 census counted 5,640 people living in this town.

The Alabama-Coushatta Indian Reservation is located to the east of Livingston and has a population of about 480. To the west is West Livingston on the eastern shore of Lake Livingston, a census-designated place with a population of 8,156.

In 1835, the area was settled, and the town was named Springfield. In 1846, the name changed to Livingston. West Livingston did not develop until the late 20th century.

In contemporary times, the area is known for its natural landscapes and recreational activities on Lake Livingston.

Lake Livingston is one of the most popular lakes for fishing in Texas. The huge lake has a total surface area of over 90,000 acres and a depth of 77 feet. There are 13 types of fish living in this lake, including American paddlefish, alligator gar, blue catfish, channel catfish, flathead catfish, white crappie, black crappie, and white bass.

What to do in Livingston, TX

Livingston is a community where you can go fishing in the morning and have a fish fry in the afternoon.

• Features: The town is in a part of Texas that is enjoyed by those who appreciate outdoor activities.
• Events: Popular events are the New Year’s Fireworks, the celebration of the 4th of July, the Livingston Hometown Christmas, summer barbecues, fishing tournaments, the Polk County Memorial Museum Annual Heritage Festival, and the Polk County Fair.
• Museums / Historical Sites: Interesting places to visit are the Polk County Memorial Museum, Mr. Effies Cottage, and the Coushatta Indian Museum.
• Destination: Lake Livingston State Park offers lakeside camping and horseback riding.

Working in Livingston, TX

The local economy depends on retail, health care, construction, and tourism. The unemployment rate is 9.8%, which is way too high. The median household income is $43,745 per year, which is about $25,000 less than the American average of $69,021. The economy is slower in job creation when compared to the national average. Livingston's predicted job growth rate for the next ten years is 29.7%, compared to the expected national average job growth rate of 33.5%.

The industries offering the most jobs are health care (12.1%), retail (8%), public administration (11.7%), accommodations/food service (5.3%), wood products (5.1%), churches (4.8%), and construction (4.1%).

Livingston, TX Neighborhoods

The best neighborhoods are on the western side of the town, with houses on the lake commanding the highest prices.

Here are a few areas with the nicest homes for sale:

• Schwab City: This newer neighborhood has a median real estate price of $273,259, which is more expensive than 55.8% of the rest of the state. Most homes were built between 1970 to 1999. Some were constructed after 2000. Rental homes are $1,523 monthly. The vacancy rate is high at 21.7% due to the numerous vacation rentals that stay empty for part of the year.
• Blanchard: This nice neighborhood has a median real estate price of $268,097. Apartments and homes are available for an average rent of $1,385 monthly. The vacancy rate is 51.7%, so renting a place in this area is extremely easy.
• West Livingston: The median real estate price in this neighborhood is $260,109. Rental homes are available for an average rent of $1,690 per month. There are apartment complexes and mobile homes in this area. The vacancy rate is 29.4%.
• Leggett / Seven Oaks: The median real estate price is $256,626. This neighborhood has a mixture of homes and apartment complexes. Most of the houses are owner-occupied. They were built between 1970 and 1999, with a few newer houses built after 2000. The vacancy rate is 19.7%. The average rent is $1,697 per month.

Livingston, TX School District

The Livingston Independent School District is the administrator of the public schools. The school district spends $11,249 annually for each student. The student-to-teacher ratio of 16 to one creates an average small class size.

There are two private schools in Livingston. They are the Eastside Christian School (PK to 2nd) and Livingston Montessori School (PK to 11th).

There are three colleges and universities within a 50-mile area. They are the public four-year Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, the public two-year Angelina College in Lufkin, and the public two-year Lone Star College in The Woodlands.

Moving to Livingston, TX Resource Guide

The City of Livingston has an elected mayor who works with five elected members serving on the City Council.

The Livingston Parks and Recreation Department manages Pedigo Park and the Matthews Street Swimming Pool and supports the following events:

• The Annual Polk County Youth Rodeo at the Barney Wiggins Memorial Rodeo Arena in July.
• Tournaments are hosted by Livingston Youth Baseball Association and Livingston Girls Softball Association.
• The Annual Trinity-Neches Livestock Show and Rodeo at the Barney Wiggins Memorial Rodeo Arena.

Livingston, TX Housing

The median home price is $265,000 if you want to buy a home in Livingston. This price is trending up by 10.4% year-over-year. It is a buyer’s market with more homes listed for sale than interested buyers.

Areavibes gives Livingston an A+ for having a very low cost of living. The cost of living in Livingston is lower (4% less) than other Texan cities and 12% lower than the national average.