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Friendswood Texas Map

Explore Friendswood, Texas, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Friendswood, Texas

How to Use This Friendswood, Texas Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Friendswood, Texas. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Texas or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Friendswood.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Friendswood
State	Texas (TX)
County	Galveston County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	29.507701
Longitude	-95.200635
Population	41,213
Density	766.6 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	77546, 77549
Area Code	281
County Seat	Galveston
School District	Friendswood Independent School District

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About Friendswood, Texas

Friendswood is a locality in Galveston County, Texas, United States. It has a population of 41,213. The population density is 766.6 people per km². Friendswood is located at 29.5077°N, 95.2006°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Friendswood is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 77546, 77549.

Friendswood possesses a landscape defined by the persistent, quiet movement of Marys Creek as it carves a path through the low-lying coastal prairie. It lies 5.0 miles west of Webster, TX (from Webster, TX: bearing 263°T), and is situated 5.6 miles east-southeast of Pearland. The air here carries a heavy, humid sweetness, often stirred by the distant salt-tinged breezes drifting in from Nassau Bay only seven miles away. While the terrain remains largely flat, the subtle dip of Cedar Gully breaks the horizon, offering a slight variation in the earth that catches the long, amber light of sunset. Residents often gather at Stevenson Park, where the canopy of mature trees provides a cool respite from the heat of the afternoon. This proximity to the coast influences the local atmosphere, lending a maritime softness to the sky that lingers long after the sun has dipped below the trees.

Friendswood emerged from the dreams of settlers who favored the quiet promise of the land, eventually growing from a modest agricultural enclave into a modern residential center. Local industry has long been tethered to the broader regional economy, finding stability through its connection to the aerospace and technological sectors that define the surrounding corridor. The rhythm of daily life moves with a steady, deliberate pace, reflecting a history built on communal cooperation rather than industrial upheaval. Far from the bustle of major urban centers, the economy remains focused on providing a serene environment for families and professionals alike. Even as the surroundings evolve, the fundamental character of the labor force retains a pragmatic, industrious spirit that honors its early roots.

Friendswood maintains a cultural identity that balances suburban growth with a deep appreciation for its natural surroundings. Residents seeking an immersive experience in the local flora and fauna often venture toward the Armand Bayou Nature Center Trail, where the dense greenery reveals the quiet complexity of the ecosystem. The community calendar fills with seasonal gatherings that bring neighbors together, fostering a sense of belonging that feels both intentional and authentic. While the region remains modest in its claims to fame, the area has been home to individuals of note, including the accomplished astronaut Michael Fincke, whose career reflects the ambitious spirit of the nearby aerospace industry. Life here is measured by the changing seasons and the simple, enduring beauty found in the open spaces that define the local horizon.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Stevenson Park (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 029° NE
Fig Industry in Friendswood (Monument) — 1.1 mi, 032° NE
Centennial Park (Local Park) — 1.2 mi, 135° SE
Friends Church Cemetery (Monument) — 1.3 mi, 004° N
Perry House (Museum) — 1.4 mi, 359° N
Friendswood (Monument) — 1.4 mi, 004° N
Frank J. Brown Heritage Museum and Barn (Museum) — 1.4 mi, 007° N
Sunset Meadows Park & Pool (Local Recreation) — 2.1 mi, 322° NW
Heritage Park Hike And Bike Trail (Local Recreation) — 2.6 mi, 026° NE
Clear Creek Preserve (Local Conservation Area) — 3.6 mi, 001° N
Star Cinema Grill (Cinema) — 4.0 mi, 049° NE
Bayou Safari Wildlife Park (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 5.6 mi, 161° S
Break Free Escape Room (Attraction) — 6.1 mi, 065° NE
Space Center Theater (Attraction) — 6.8 mi, 063° NE
Astronaut Gallery (Attraction) — 6.8 mi, 063° NE
International Space Station (Attraction) — 6.9 mi, 064° NE
Pearland Premiere Cinema 6 (Cinema) — 6.9 mi, 301° NW
Spiritus Mundi (Public Artwork) — 8.0 mi, 050° NE
Alvin Museum (Museum) — 8.0 mi, 197° S
Bay Area Museum (Museum) — 9.0 mi, 062° NE
Pasadena Little Theater (Theatre) — 10.8 mi, 008° N
Slocomb Auditorium (Theatre) — 11.8 mi, 027° NE
San Bernard National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 12.1 mi, 167° S · 193k acres
Center Stage Gallry (Gallery) — 12.3 mi, 281° W
Jack Brooks Park (State Park) — 12.8 mi, 135° SE
Brazoria National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 20.8 mi, 179° S · 140k acres
Brazos Bend State Park (State Park) — 22.2 mi, 250° W

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