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South Houston Texas Map

Explore South Houston, 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 South Houston, Texas

How to Use This South Houston, Texas Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for South Houston, 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 South Houston.

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	South Houston
State	Texas (TX)
County	Harris County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	29.663008
Longitude	-95.23549
Population	16,153
Density	2047.5 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	77587
Area Code	281
County Seat	Houston
School District	Pasadena Independent School District

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About South Houston, Texas

South Houston is a locality in Harris County, Texas, United States. It has a population of 16,153. The population density is 2047.5 people per km². South Houston is located at 29.6630°N, 95.2355°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. South Houston is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 77587.

South Houston rests upon the flat, expansive plains that characterize this stretch of the Texas landscape. It lies 2.5 miles southwest of Pasadena, TX (from Pasadena, TX: bearing 219°T), and is situated 7.5 miles north-northeast of Pearland. The winding path of Berry Bayou serves as a quiet artery for the land, moving steadily past the local residential streets and industrial pockets. While the elevation remains modest, the distant silhouette of Barbers Hill provides a faint, singular point of reference on the northern horizon. Residents often traverse the Patterson Elementary SPARK Park Trail to experience the open air, where the late afternoon sun casts long, amber shadows across the grass. South Houston City Park offers a verdant anchor for the community, providing a space where the rhythm of the day slows under the shade of mature trees.

South Houston emerged as a distinct settlement during the early twentieth century, growing alongside the expanding rail lines and regional infrastructure. The local economy draws strength from its proximity to major industrial corridors, reflecting a history tied to manufacturing and the logistical demands of the surrounding region. Small businesses and service centers define the daily commercial life, supporting a workforce that values practical industry and steady progress. The land itself, once part of the vast prairie, has been shaped by decades of development that prioritize utility and connection. Even as modern transit routes pull the focus outward, the fundamental character of South Houston remains rooted in the resilience of its working-class foundations.

Cultural life in South Houston thrives on a diverse exchange of traditions, creating a neighborhood atmosphere where shared meals and community gatherings define the social calendar. The presence of South Houston City Park encourages regular public interaction, serving as a primary site for local celebrations and seasonal events. While the scale of the landscape is modest, the spirit of the residents is marked by a straightforward warmth and a deep sense of local identity. Musicians like the legendary blues guitarist Albert Collins, who spent his formative years in the area, contributed to the deep musical heritage that resonates through the regional culture. This blend of history and contemporary life ensures that South Houston maintains a distinct personality, defined not by grand monuments, but by the persistent, quiet vitality of its people.

Nearby Outdoor Places

First Airplane Flight Over Texas (Monument) — 0.2 mi, 064° NE
South Houston City Park (Park) — 0.2 mi, 297° NW
Matthys Elementary School (Local Park) — 0.4 mi, 226° SW
South Houston Girls Softball Fields (Local Recreation) — 0.7 mi, 093° E
Christy Park (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 106° E
Glenbrook Park & Golf Course (Local Recreation) — 2.2 mi, 310° NW
Site of Lubbock Ranch (Monument) — 2.3 mi, 274° W
First United Methodist Church of Pasadena (Monument) — 2.7 mi, 108° E
Pasadena Historical Museum (Museum) — 3.6 mi, 025° NE
Pasadena Little Theater (Theatre) — 3.7 mi, 091° E
Healing Nature (Public Artwork) — 7.3 mi, 302° NW
Slocomb Auditorium (Theatre) — 7.4 mi, 091° E
Hines College of Architecture Collection (Gallery) — 7.6 mi, 304° NW
Bob Fowler Collection (Gallery) — 7.7 mi, 303° NW
Kinder Morgan Coal Terminal (Viewpoint) — 7.7 mi, 041° NE
Pearland Premiere Cinema 6 (Cinema) — 8.2 mi, 208° SW
Ingenia Polymers Houston (Attraction) — 8.6 mi, 041° NE
Starseed Hostel (Arts Centre) — 8.7 mi, 314° NW
Proctor Museum of Natural Science (Museum) — 8.9 mi, 019° N
Velasco Street Incinerator (Historic Ruins) — 9.0 mi, 318° NW
United States Armed Forces Museum (Museum) — 9.1 mi, 345° N
Project Row Houses (Gallery) — 9.1 mi, 301° NW
Aerosol Warfare (Arts Centre) — 9.4 mi, 307° NW
Sheldon Lake State Park & Environmental Learning Center (State Park) — 13.5 mi, 016° N
San Bernard National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 23.0 mi, 168° S · 193k acres
Brazoria National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 31.6 mi, 175° S · 140k acres

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