Local supply and market context for residential assisted living in Houston.
Updated July 2026
Houston, TX has 180 licensed assisted living homes (7,256 beds, averaging 40.3 per home). It sits in Harris County, a strong RAL market scoring 8.8/10, with 209,301 seniors 75+ growing 18.4%.
Licensed homes
180
Houston
Licensed beds
7,256
total
Avg home size
40.3 beds
per home
County opportunity
8.8/10
Strong
The Houston assisted living market
Houston has 180 licensed assisted living homes totaling 7,256 beds — an average of 40.3 beds per home, skewing toward larger communities. As part of Harris County, it draws on a 75+ population of 209,301 growing 18.4%, with a senior median income of $58,641. See the full Harris County market or all Texas top markets.
Frequently asked questions
How many assisted living homes are in Houston, TX?
Houston has 180 licensed assisted living homes with about 7,256 total beds.
Is Houston a good place to open an assisted living home?
Houston is in Harris County, which scores 8.8/10 (Strong) on RAL Market Scout; its 75+ population is growing 18.4%. Current local supply is 180 homes.
What county is Houston in?
Houston is in Harris County, Texas.
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Sources: Home and bed counts from the Texas licensing roster (RAL Market Scout pipeline). County demand, growth, and income from U.S. Census ACS. Snapshot: 2026-07. Informational only — not legal, financial, or investment advice.