Life Sciences / Pearland Economic Development Corporation

Pearland has life sciences in our genes. A hub in the Houston region’s thriving life sciences ecosystem, Pearland offers the connectivity, talent, and infrastructure that innovative companies need to grow. With proximity to the Texas Medical Center and access to a highly skilled workforce, Pearland attracts leading firms in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and medical device manufacturing. Purpose-built facilities, supportive partnerships, and a collaborative business environment make Pearland an ideal location for companies advancing health and innovation.

Prime Location for Innovation

The Houston life sciences industry is fueled by the exceptional amount of clinical trials and research and development taking place in the TMC. Located just minutes from TMC’s 61 institutions and 100,000+ workforce, Pearland’s 77584 zip code is home to more TMC workers than any zip code in Houston.

Additionally, the city’s Lower Kirby District, a 1,200-acre mixed-use development, has become a magnet for life sciences employers who are shaping the future of cell therapy, medical device manufacturing, and biotechnology—right here in Pearland.

Lower Kirby District

Pearland Advantages

Access to Top-Tier Talent

Pearland provides unmatched access to top talent, with 15% of residents employed in the life science industry, and access to over 320,000 life science professionals in the Houston region.

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Life Science Workforce Development

Pearland EDC is dedicated to continued workforce development in the healthcare and life science industry. While Pearland offers a broad range of unique learning opportunities for students, including certificate programs that equip students with in-demand skills, PEDC works to identify areas of need for its employers to meet skills gaps and workforce needs.

Pearland EDC is committed to workforce development in the healthcare and life science industries. Pearland offers a range of learning opportunities, including certificate programs that equip students with in-demand skills. To help bridge skills gaps and meet employer needs, PEDC partners with local institutions, such as Alvin Community College, to develop specialized programs like the Biotechnology Course.

Pearland's Biotechnology Pathway

Pearland's Life Science Ecosystem