Houston is a town located in Kent County, in the state of Delaware (DE), United States. Nestled in the South Atlantic division of the South region, it covers an area of 0.4 square miles (1.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 53 ft. With a population of approximately 430 residents, Houston offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 50.93% males and 49.07% females, and it has a population density of 131.58 people per square mile (436.91/km²). Houston lies at a latitude of 38.92 and a longitude of -75.51, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (4.7%), followed by English (9.3%), German (10.9%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 19954.