Employees consistently say that quality of life is an important factor when choosing which corporations to align themselves with, and more and more companies are discovering the appeal of Pearland, in Lower Kirby.

Global facilities such as Lonza have chosen the area based on its many attractive factors, adding another incentive when recruiting.

Here's a look at what Pearland has to offer:

Education
The school districts serving the Pearland area, such as Pearland ISD and Alvin ISD, are all highly rated, plus it's home to the University of Houston – Clear Lake Pearland campus.

Eight bachelor's degree programs are offered, along with six programs to obtain a graduate or professional degree.

Recreation
Got a little slugger or aspiring quarterback in the family? Pearland boasts both a champion Little League World Series team and state champions in high school football.

Organized sports aside, families will soon be able to enjoy the 21-mile Clear Creek Trail, which is currently in development and will span the entire length of the Pearland community when finished.

Developments in recent years have added a variety of retail and restaurant options, with the largest being the Pearland Town Center.

Housing
Texas in general is experiencing a housing surge, but Pearland is especially booming. More than 10,000 single-family homes have been constructed over the past 10 years, with no signs of the growth slowing.

Plus, employees moving from dense urban areas are delighted to discover the Lone Star State's wide-open spaces.

Healthcare
Pearland is a community that values healthcare — the 77584 ZIP code is home to more Texas Medical Center employees than any other in the region.

In fact, more than 13 percent of Pearland residents work in healthcare. They have many opportunities from which to choose, as many entities have opened new campuses in the past several years, including Memorial Hermann, HCA Healthcare, and Kelsey-Seybold.

Explore more about Pearland and what makes it great for businesses here.