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Parts of Houston and Harris County have eviction filing rates 3 times county average, data shows
Summary by Bellaire News Editorial Desk Sarah Al-Shaikh , as published by ABC13 Houston
· July 21, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway For more specific information on eviction filings in Harris County, readers can refer to the Kinder Institute report, which provides details on the over 75,000 filings made in 2025 alone.
In parts of Houston and Harris County, eviction filing rates are significantly higher than the county average. Some areas are experiencing rates three times the average, according to available data. The Kinder Institute has released a report with information on eviction filings in the county.
The report indicates that a substantial number of eviction filings were made in 2025. For more specific information on eviction filings in Harris County, readers can refer to the Kinder Institute report, which provides details on the over 75,000 filings made in 2025 alone.
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Category: local Published: July 21, 2026 Source: ABC13 Houston Reading time: 1 min
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