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    Stressed Out In Houston

    Houston neighborhood named one of the most stressed-out ZIP Codes in the nation — here's why

    Barbara Kuntz
    Nov 24, 2014 | 1:56 pm

    If you think you're underpaid, suffer an almost unbearably long commute each work day and too often wonder about your financial future, you must live near Bush Intercontinental Airport.

    Houston-area residents in 77032 live in the eighth most stressful ZIP Code in the nation, according to a survey from the real estate blog Movoto.

    Folks who live in the ZIP Code roughly bounded by Aldine Bender Road to the south, East Hardy Road to the west, Highway 59 to the east and the airport work an average of 39 hours per week, endure a 31-minute commute and make less than $22,500 per year -per household, with a staggeringly high 42 per cent of them living below the poverty line.

    No wonder they're stressed.

    The Movoto staff first started a list of all ZIP Codes in the nation that had available data from the latest U.S. Census — 28,371, to be exact, and factored in the following eight criteria (noise pollution wasn't one of them) in their methodology to determine the losers — and winners:

    • Unemployment rate - the higher, the more stress
    • Median household income - the lower, the more stress
    • Percent of monthly income spent on rent - the higher, the more stress
    • Monthly selected homeowner costs as a percent of income - the higher, the more stress
    • Percent of families below the poverty line - the higher, the more stress
    • Average commute time - the higher, the more stress
    • Percent of population without health insurance - the higher, the more stress

    All unemployment figures used were calculated on a five-year average from 2008 to 2012, as reported in The Daily Mail.

    If No. 8 sounds bad, here are the other anxiety-ridden ZIP Codes in the finding:

    1. 44093, Williamsfield, Ohio
    2. 38647, Michigan City, Miss.
    3. 93640, Mendota, Calif.
    4. 36776, Sawyerville, Ala.
    5. 38617, Coahoma, Miss.
    6. 37018, Beechgrove, Tenn.
    7. 39743, Crawford, Miss.
    9. 85172, Stanfield, Ariz.
    10. 29915, Daufuskie Island, S.C.

    On the other side of the rainbow, where life is free and easy, Movoto declared the following as the least stressed Zip Codes in the nation. Surprisingly residents of Bon Wier, near Jasper on the Louisiana Texas state line, are among the least stressed:

    1. 90058, Los Angeles, Calif.
    2. 86436, Topock, Ariz.
    3. 39360, Shubuta, Miss.
    4. 11237, Brooklyn, N.Y.
    5. 75928, Bon Wier, Texas
    6. 42634, Parkers Lake, Ky.
    7. 95328, Keyes, Calif.
    8. 30021, Clarkston, Ga.
    9. 92327, Daggett, Calif.
    10. 90037, Los Angeles, Calif.

    Want to find out the stress - or not so stressful - level of your Zip Code? Motovo offers this link for the curious.

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    This Week's Hot Headlines

    Where to order Thanksgiving to-go in Houston and more popular stories

    CultureMap Staff
    Nov 15, 2025 | 11:01 am
    Picture of turkey and several sides, including mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, and rolls.
    Photo by Kayla Enright
    Whiskey Cake's Holiday Meal Kit serves five and includes turkey and all the trimmings for $100.

    Editor's note: It's time to look back at the top Houston news of the week, beginning with a guide to Thanksgiving meals to-go. Plus, several hot restaurants head to The Woodlands. Get the details on our most popular stories below, then visit this guide to plan your weekend.

    1. More than 20 Houston restaurants serving Thanksgiving feasts to-go. We've rounded up more than 20 local restaurants offering Thanksgiving meals to-go. Whether it's just gravy and rolls or a whole feast, these options will decrease stress by adding convenience.

    2. River Oaks Italian spot claims shuttered Woodlands steakhouse for new location. Another inner loop dining favorite has set its sights on The Woodlands. Bari Ristorante will open its second location in the booming suburb’s popular Waterway section.

    3. Health-conscious Houston sports bar sets Woodlands opening date. A Houston sports bar known for its carefully crafted food will soon opens its doors. On the Kirb will make its debut this Saturday, November 15.

    4. Houston restaurant veteran fires up pizzas and steaks in Garden Oaks. An experienced Houston restaurateur is bringing a new concept to Garden Oaks. When it opens in November, Lazy Lane will be the newest project from Heights & Co. owner Brian Doke.

    Lazy Lane restaurant food spread Lazy Lane will serve pastas, small plates, and steaks. Photo by Brian Kennedy

    5. Houston falls out of top 50 'World's Best Cities' rankings for 2026. Houston is no longer one of the top 50 best cities in the world, according to a prestigious annual report. The newest "World's Best Cities" list dropped Houston from No. 40 last year to No. 58 for 2026.

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