309 movers in New Caney
"I was satisfied with the moving crew, although they did show up 2 hours late and therefore finished loading well into the night. I tipped them the standard 10%. Upon delivery the next day when the driver came to settle with me and collect payment,..."
"I had a disappointing experience with A Better Tripp. While the company initially appeared professional, the service fell short of expectations. Communication was inconsistent, and there were issues that were never fully resolved. I expected a smo..."
"If we could award them less than one star we would do just that! The company is unprofessional on all levels, inefficient and are high way robbers! This is meant in a literal sense! Upon arrival the truck broke down. While things happen, they use..."
"We had a different moving company cancel on us at 7 PM the evening before we were to move! I got on Google and found Samson Power Movers and gave them a call. Samson answered at 7:30 PM and I explained the situation to him and that we needed someb..."
"Certainly had the A Team for our move. Guys did a fabulous job with everything arriving in great condition. Had one large bookcase that couldn’t go down the stairs so they levered it off the balcony! Very friendly and accommodating. A pleasure to ..."
"I can't believe I used SOMEONE ELSE to move my items into a Round Rock storage unit. I should have used Copper Palm for that part. The other company was more expensive and packed so poorly that things were broken just from NW AUSTIN house to Rou..."
"Scheduled this clown company one month before move. Due to family death, rescheduled to a Sunday.. M. assured & verified he could get crew. Moving day comes, no movers, they forgot. Crew finally arrived at 6:00pm. Workers on phone, lazy, shoved bo..."
What to know when moving to New Caney, TX
New Caney at a Glance
- The Vibe:
- A community where 24.4% of residents rent and the median household income is $73,773.
- The Major Draw:
- Median gross rent here is $1,366, which may be more affordable compared to other areas in Texas.
- The Reality Check:
- 15.1% of residents live below the poverty line, indicating some economic challenges.
- Commute:
- Only 3.7% of residents use public transit.
- Top Tip:
- Consider visiting Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center, a highly rated local spot with over 3,000 reviews.
Your Money: Housing & Cost Snapshot
- Median gross rent is $1,366, while median home value stands at $218,800.
- About 14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, reflecting the community's educational attainment.
- The poverty rate is 15.1%, suggesting a portion of the population might struggle financially.
- Renter percent is 24.4%, indicating a relatively lower rental market compared to home ownership.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Data Profiles.
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
In Texas, property crime rates are notably high, but trends show a decline over recent years.
- Violent crime rate is 345.5 per 100,000 residents, which is slightly above the national average of 325.3.
- Property crime rate stands at 1,797.7 per 100,000 residents, compared to the national average of 1,546.9.
- Notably, the homicide rate has decreased by 35.1% since 2022.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for Texas).
Weather & Getting Outside
New Caney offers various outdoor activities, with several parks nearby that you might find appealing.
- Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center - Rating: 4.7 (3,099 reviews)
- Big Rivers Waterpark & Adventures - Rating: 4.2 (2,763 reviews)
- Lake Houston Wilderness Park - Rating: 4.6 (2,501 reviews)
- Pundt Park - Rating: 4.7 (1,724 reviews)
Source: Google Places API.