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From humble beginnings as a residential area built around the burgeoning aerospace industry in the 1960s, Clear Lake was annexed to Houston in 1977. Residents have been giddy ever since—not only does the Clear Lake area regularly pump millions into Houston's economy, but this small city, located 35 minutes south on Interstate 45, is the gateway to the activity-rich Kemah Boardwalk and Galveston Bay areas.
Kemah Boardwalk features a typical array of games, from skee ball to knocking over milk jugs with softballs, as well as a train that circles most of the area and numerous rides for children and adults. It tends to become packed on warm-weather days, , but the prices are affordable, as are the cuisines—many major chains operate in the area, as well as some privately owned restaurants. The Boardwalk features diverse shopping options, allowing one to pick up a designer brand as easily as a beautiful seashell. Local music acts jam in the large common space adjacent to the Aquarium almost all weekend when the weather's nice.
Perhaps more importantly for new residents, the Clear Lake area is serviced by the Clear Creek Independent School District, which has been honored as a "Recognized" school district for six consecutive years. For a district that serves more than 25,000 students, this is the highest rating afforded in Texas Education Agency history. The cost of living in the Clear Lake area is significantly lower than most Houston suburbs, hovering at roughly the national average.
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—Clear Lake writeup by Ted Bauer
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