The Katy Area, which encompasses 181 square miles in three counties, is a rapid population growth center located west of Houston, Texas. Katy enjoys the benefits of being part of the Houston Metropolitan area while maintaining a quality, “small town” atmosphere and lifestyle.  Once largely a community based on agriculture and rice farming, the Katy Area boasts a diversified economy, particularly strong in corporate headquarters, energy corporations, industrial measurement controls and distribution centers.  Katy’s ideal location along Interstate 10 provides great transportation access to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, William P. Hobby Airport, the Port of Houston and rail service from Union Pacific.  Katy is well known for its outstanding and award winning K – 12 public education system, high educational attainment, award winning master planned communities, low cost of living, abundant and diverse shopping opportunities, and its excellent quality of life. It is simply a great place to raise a family and grow a business.