Texas's 18th congressional district, Congressional district in Houston, United States
Texas's 18th congressional district covers the inner city of Houston and nearby neighborhoods. The area includes residential sections, commercial zones, and diverse residential communities spread across the greater Houston region.
The district was first created in 1919 and took its current Houston shape in 1972. A turning point came when Barbara Jordan won election that same year, becoming the first Black woman from the South in Congress.
The district population includes 43.4% Hispanic, 32.2% Black, 16.7% White, 4.9% Asian, and 2.2% mixed ethnic backgrounds, creating a multicultural representation.
You can check which district you belong to by entering your address in official online tools. This helps you understand when and how to participate in elections for this area's congressional representative.
The district has shown steady Democratic voting preferences for decades, with over 70 percent support for presidential candidates in multiple cycles. This consistent political pattern has defined the area's electoral character through many election years.
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