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About Spring, Texas

Your Unincorporated Community

Spring is an unincorporated community in Harris and Montgomery counties, Texas, located about 25 miles north of downtown Houston along Interstate 45. Despite having no city government, Spring has grown into one of the Houston metro's most desirable areas, home to ExxonMobil's global headquarters and the charming Old Town Spring shopping district. The area is served by three major school districts and offers a mix of suburban neighborhoods and corporate campuses.

64,287 Population Harris County / Montgomery County Counties Unincorporated Status 24.5 sq mi Area 125 ft Elevation Central (CT) Timezone

What Makes Spring Unique

History

Spring's history dates back to 1838 when settlers arrived in what was then the Republic of Texas. The community got its name from the natural springs in the area. The railroad arrived in 1871, transforming Spring into a busy railroad town. Old Town Spring, now a popular shopping destination, preserves this railroad heritage.

1838: First settlers arrive, attracted by natural springs
1871: International-Great Northern Railroad reaches Spring
1900s: Spring becomes a railroad switching center
1973: Old Town Spring revitalization begins
2014: ExxonMobil opens 385-acre campus in Springwoods Village
2022: HPE (Hewlett Packard Enterprise) HQ opens in Spring

Economy & Major Employers

Spring's economy is anchored by major corporate headquarters, healthcare facilities, and retail centers. The ExxonMobil campus alone brought over 10,000 jobs to the area. The Grand Parkway has spurred additional commercial development.

ExxonMobil
10,000 employees · Energy
Hewlett Packard Enterprise
4,500 employees · Technology
Klein ISD
8,500 employees · Education
Spring ISD
6,000 employees · Education
Houston Methodist The Woodlands
3,000 employees · Healthcare
CHI St. Luke's Springwoods Village
1,500 employees · Healthcare
HP Inc.
2,000 employees · Technology

Key Industries: Energy, Technology, Healthcare, Education, Retail, Hospitality

Landmarks & Attractions

Old Town Spring
shopping district
Historic district with 150+ shops, restaurants, and the Texas Railroad Heritage Museum
Main Street, Spring, TX 77373
Tue-Sun 10am-6pm (varies by shop)
ExxonMobil Campus
corporate campus
385-acre global headquarters with 20+ buildings and wooded trails
22777 Springwoods Village Pkwy, Spring, TX 77389
Private campus
Springwoods Village
mixed-use development
2,000-acre master-planned community with corporate campuses, retail, and housing
Springwoods Village Parkway, Spring, TX 77389
Open 24 hours
Meyer Park
park
150-acre park with trails, sports fields, and Spring Creek access
7700 Cypresswood Dr, Spring, TX 77379
Daily 7am-10pm
Pundt Park
park
380-acre park along Spring Creek with hiking and biking trails
4129 Spring Creek Dr, Spring, TX 77373
Daily 7am-dusk
Spring Creek Greenway
trail
12-mile hike and bike trail connecting multiple parks along Spring Creek
Various access points
Dawn to dusk
Wet'n'Wild SplashTown
water park
48-acre water park with slides, wave pool, and lazy river
21300 I-45, Spring, TX 77373
Seasonal (May-Sept)
Market Street - The Woodlands
shopping center
Upscale outdoor shopping center with dining and entertainment
9595 Six Pines Dr, The Woodlands, TX 77380
Mon-Sat 10am-9pm, Sun 12pm-6pm

Culture & Events

Old Town Spring hosts numerous art galleries and the area has a growing arts scene. The Pearl Fincher Museum of Fine Arts in Spring showcases regional and national artists.

Annual Events

Texas Crawfish Festival
April-May · Old Town Spring's annual crawfish celebration
Home for the Holidays
November-December · Old Town Spring holiday shopping and events
Spring Wine Trail
October · Wine tasting event through Old Town Spring shops
Bluebonnet Days
March-April · Celebrating Texas wildflower season

Sports

Klein ISD Athletics (High School): Football, Basketball, Baseball, Soccer, and more. Spring ISD Athletics (High School): Football, Basketball, Track & Field