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The Mature Metropolis: Houston’s Evolution from Boomtown to Urban Leader

: Oil and gas extraction, which accounted for 8% of Houston's GDP in 2014, shrunk to just 3.7% by 2023. houston mature

Houston has traditionally been defined by its youth and rapid expansion, but recent data reveals a city entering a "mature" phase of urban development. This shift is characterized by a diversifying economy, an aging yet still vibrant demographic, and a move toward walkable, dense urban planning. 1. Demographic Maturation: Aging with Agility an aging yet still vibrant demographic