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Pearland Advantages

Pearland is a dynamic, business-focused community dedicated to helping companies succeed. Texas consistently ranks as a top state for business, excelling in job growth, infrastructure, and transportation. Within this thriving environment, the Houston area stands out as a hub of innovation, home to one of the highest concentrations of Fortune 500 headquarters in the nation.

With a highly skilled workforce, talent development initiatives, numerous business incentives, and an exceptional quality of life, Pearland has everything your business needs to thrive. The city has grown by 300% since 2000 and boasts a diverse, young workforce, with over half of its 125,000 residents representing Latino, African American, and Asian communities. PEDC is committed to fostering opportunity, serving as a strategic partner to support businesses in launching, expanding, or relocating while preserving the city’s vibrant economic future.

Business Support

Fuel your business growth with PEDC. Through our BizConnect Program, we provide the resources, expertise, and incentives to help businesses thrive—whether it’s expansion assistance, workforce development, or strategic site selection. In partnership with the Pearland Chamber of Commerce, our team delivers hands-on support, tackling challenges and unlocking opportunities for you.

Pearland is also connecting startups and small businesses—82% of Pearland’s economy—with the resources, coaching, and networks they need to thrive through the Pearland Innovation Hub. The Hub drives innovation through business competitions, mentorship, and student programs; backed by the PEDC, it leverages local, state, and regional resources to ignite entrepreneurship and fuel business growth.

Workforce

The Houston MSA provides access to over 3.2 million talented and seasoned workers in industries such as life science, energy, manufacturing and allied healthcare—including a highly educated local community in the City of Pearland, where businesses can receive workforce training and incentives to funnel a pipeline for the best talent in the area.

Location

Pearland is located just south of Houston, Texas, just a short 20-minute drive from downtown. As the fastest growing city in the Houston region, Pearland has everything your company needs to be successful. With millions of square feet of retail, office and residential construction completed in the past 10 years, Pearland is on its way to becoming the next major employment center in the Houston region.

The city offers many transportation and travel options, including prime air, road, rail, and port access. As a part of the Houston metro area, Pearland provides swift connection to national and global locations. 

Quality of Life

Recently ranked the #3 Best Place to Live in the U.S. by U.S. News and World Report, Pearland offers the perfect balance of affordability, convenience, and quality of life. A welcoming community, top-tier amenities, and easy access to world-class healthcare and education make it an ideal place to call home.

  • Affordable Housing: With a median home price of $379,990 and a mean gross rent of $1,759/month, residents will find exceptional value within a wide range of living options. 

  • World-Class Healthcare: Pearland is just minutes from the Texas Medical Center, the largest medical hub in the world, and local facilities provide exceptional care, with cutting-edge hospitals and renowned medical institutions nearby.

  • Academic Excellence: Pearland’s top-rated K-12 schools consistently outperform state averages, and residents have access to higher learning with over 60 colleges and universities nearby. 

  • Active, Connected Lifestyle: With numerous sports facilities, miles of parks and trails, and abundant shopping and dining, residents enjoy endless options for recreation and convenience.

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Adrian Perez

Vice President - Attraction/Retention

281-997-3005

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