Make Baytown Your Home

Baytown is a Gulf Coast community in Houston’s backyard that’s fueling the global economy with thriving industry, diverse cultural connections and affordable living.

  1. Uniquely Positioned for Growth

    Baytown, Texas, is a prime Gulf Coast business location just 30 minutes east of Houston. The city is uniquely positioned on Interstate 10 with easy access to Highways 99 (Grand Parkway), 146 and 225 as well as the Port of Houston. The region ranks No. 2 in the nation for having the most Fortune 500 headquarters, totaling 25. This vibrant business  environment surrounding Baytown provides numerous opportunities for collaboration, networking and access to a diverse range of industries and resources.

    In Baytown, businesses benefit from a strategic location, a legacy of industrial excellence, and a robust industrial park that attracts prominent companies, reinforcing the city's position as a hub for advanced manufacturing and industrial operations.

  2. Exceptional, Accessible Healthcare

    Ranked as the number one hospital system in Texas by US News and World Report and ranked number two on Forbes' America's Best Large Employers 2023 list, Houston Methodist Baytown is a renowned, Magnet-designated hospital that serves the broader Baytown community. With a recent $250 million expansion, including a new patient tower, the hospital offers comprehensive care, advanced treatments, and a patient-centered experience. It boasts a wide range of state-of-the-art programs and services, including robotic-assisted surgery, cancer care, women’s health and more, providing exceptional medical care close to home.

    Baytown residents benefit from readily accessible specialized care through esteemed institutions like The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center and Memorial Hermann Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation centers. With shared resources, world-class expertise, and conveniently located surgery centers and urgent care facilities, Baytown offers a gateway to premier healthcare services.

  1. Affordable Living in Houston’s Backyard

    Just 30 minutes east of Houston, Baytown gives you unbeatable access to all the world-class cultural amenities you crave without the chaos and costs of the big city. With a population of about 84,000 (and growing!), we offer a slower pace of life and an opportunity to spread your dollar further.

    Life in Baytown offers a strong sense of community and a family-oriented vibe. Baytown is one of the most diverse places to live in America, according to Niche, and offers an affordable cost of living with median home values of about $200,000.

    The community offers a unique blend of affordable living, cultural proximity and abundant career prospects. Baytown’s robust industrial foundation fuels a range of high-paying job opportunities, amplifying the potential for professional growth and financial stability.

  2. A Prime Texas Community Poised for Growth

    Baytown is ripe for development, with plenty of low-cost land available. The city is making continued investments in Downtown along Texas Avenue, aiming to create an eclectic arts, culture and business center. And Baytown’s waterfront is experiencing some game-changing projects that are anticipated to serve as catalysts for additional development.

    Plans are also in the works to build a new entertainment district. The newly opened full-service waterfront Hyatt Regency hotel is breathing new life into the south side of Baytown on Tabbs Bay near the Fred Hartman Bridge. The property – the city’s largest and only waterfront – features 208 guestrooms and more than 18,000 square-feet of meeting and event space. The onsite Anchor & Heart Woodfired Kitchen features classic American dishes and Bayland Lounge serves up creative cocktails and bar bites. The Tabb’s Bay Golf Couse is brand new, and will soon feature a modern café.

    The City of Baytown is also considering plans for a new entertainment center and stadium, which would be funded in part by $75 million in an upfront contribution from ExxonMobil.