Living Here

Dickinson, Texas is located on the beautiful Dickinson Bayou in Galveston County, midway between the Cities of Houston and Galveston along Interstate 45.

With a total land area of 10.3 square miles, 70 percent is residential and about 8 percent is commercial development. Dickinson offers its approximately 22,000 residents and it's visitors an inviting lifestyle with a “small town feel” while close to the attractions and amenities of a major urban center with culture, recreation, shopping and dining for almost any taste

City of Dickinson

History
Dickinson and the bayou, which shares the same name, were named for John Dickinson. In 1824 he received a land grant for the area just north of the present day location of Dickinson.

City Government
The legislative and governing body of the City of Dickinson consists of a mayor and six (6) councilmembers known as the "city council."

Taxes
The minimum combined 2022 sales tax rate for Dickinson, Texas is 8.25%. This is the total of state, county and city sales tax rates. The property tax rate is $17.87 per $1000

Community Profile

Housing
The median home cost in Dickinson (zip 77539) is $240,800. Home appreciation the last 10 years has been 76.1%. Home Appreciation in Dickinson (zip 77539) is up 13.6%.

Education
Dickinson ISD has 14 schools and the district spends and average of $9,177 per student. There are 17 pupils per teacher, 911 students per librarian, and 625 children per counselor.

32.89% of the population in Dickinson have an Associate's degree or higher. 84.74% have a high school degree or higher.

Healthcare
The Bay Area Economic Partnership, of which Dickinson is a member city, notes a noticeable trend fueling the need and growth for a strong medical community. The region’s hospital facilities recognized for its excellent medical facilities and research advances are all within easy access of the City of Dickinson.

Life & Leisure

Recreation
Just a short drive from the fast pace of the Houston scene, and minutes away from the tourist hotspot, Galveston. Dickinson offers an escape from the daily grind you’ve been seeking. Take a deep breath in as you arrive at this bayou community. You’ll find the peace and tranquility that our neighbors are missing, with all the amenities for an unplugged lifestyle.

Local Attractions
Dickinson is unique in that you can travel the city limits from east to west by water. The Bayou runs the length of the City and is a sportsman's paradise. With a mixture fresh and saltwater, fisherman can be found in their favorite "honey hole" along the bayou. Watersports on the bayou are ideal and there's quick access out to the bay to access neighboring waterfront dining and entertainment.

Current leadership is currently focused on expanding parks and recreation offerings in the City. Paul Hopkins Park on 517 is host to the Festival of Lights each December. Ray Holbrook & Zempter Park are parks that host the city's youth softball and baseball leagues. A county-maintained boat dock is present at the Highway 3 and 146 bridges.

Dining & Retail
Dickinson is home to a vibrant retail and restaurant scene consisting of over 80 businesses. Visit the Dickinson Chamber of Commerce site to learn more.

Transportation

Freeways
Located on Interstate 45, Dickinson provides easy access to all major roadways in southeast Texas.

Airports
The following airports are listed in order of closest proximity to Dickinson:

  1. Clover Field Airport (LVJ): 18 miles away with a 21 minute drive
  2. Ellington Field (EFD): 20 miles away with a  25 minute drive
  3. Baytown Airport (HPY): 28 miles away with a 37 minute drive
  4. P. Hobby Airport (HOU): 21 miles away with a 22 minute drive
  5. Houston Southwest Airport (AXH): 37 miles away with a 48 minute drive
  6. Scholes International Airport (GLS): 22 miles away with a 32 minute drive
  7. George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH): 49 miles away with a 1 hour drive

Ports
The Port of Texas City is 3 miles (11 minutes drive time) from the city and is the 8th largest port of 153 ports in the United States and the 3rd largest in Texas with water borne tonnage exceeding 78 million net tons.

The Port of Galveston is 23 miles (32 minutes drive time) from the city with 850 acres of port facilities. It is located on the Gulf Intra-coastal Waterway, on the north side of Galveston Island. The port has facilities to handle all types of cargo and also serves as a passenger cruise ship terminal for cruise ships operating in the Caribbean.