Real-time air quality for Houston's environmental justice communities. Current citywide AQI: 85 (Moderate) as of Feb 22, 2026. Sources: aqicn.org, TCEQ, Air Alliance Houston, NRDC.
Live bayou water levels from USGS stream gauges across Houston. Gage heights update every 15 minutes. Data is critical during heavy rain — know your nearest bayou.
Key indicators from the Kinder Institute 2025 State of Housing, 45th Houston Area Survey, Census ACS, and Good Reason Houston. Real data on affordability, climate risk, and economic mobility.
Food Insecurity Hits 39% in Houston & Harris County — Nearly Triple the U.S. Rate
Why This Matters
This deep dive into the food security crisis exposes racial and income inequality in our region. Communities of color and low-income households bear the greatest burden, and entire neighborhoods—like Greenspoint—are on the brink.
Kinder Houston Area Survey: 2025 Results
As one of the fastest-growing metropolitan regions in the United States, Greater Houston has added over 1.5 million new residents since 2010. The 2025 Kinder Houston Area Survey captures the voices of nearly 10,000 individuals across Harris, Fort Bend, and Montgomery counties — offering a revealing look into what residents love about Houston and the barriers that threaten its future success.