Houston metro, TX relocation guide
Moving to Dayton, TX
$270,000Median listing price
LibertyArea
Commuter-friendlyCommute profile
About Dayton
Dayton (pop. 8,777, 2020 census) is Liberty County's largest city, founded in 1831 as West Liberty across the Trinity River from Liberty.
Home prices in Dayton
The median listing price in Dayton is $270,000.
Top places in Dayton
- Dayton Community Center and Jones Public Library.
- Historic downtown along US-90.
- Rail crossings and yards (train-watching).
- Nearby Trinity River access.
- Dayton High School sports.
- Old railroad depot sites.
Commuting from Dayton
- On US-90 roughly 38 miles from downtown Houston; typical drive: approximately 40–55 minutes (approximate; longer in peak traffic).
Schools in Dayton
Public schools: Dayton Independent School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Dayton FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Dayton, TX?
The median listing price in Dayton is $270,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 25, 2026 - How is the commute from Dayton, TX?
On US-90 roughly 38 miles from downtown Houston; typical drive: approximately 40–55 minutes (approximate; longer in peak traffic). - Which school district serves Dayton, TX?
Dayton is served by Dayton Independent School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Transit
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.