Three Counties. Three Cities. The size and scope of the Katy Area footprint incorporates a variety of living and lifestyle options including award-winning master planned communities, abundance of recreational and entertainment choices to help and assist you in achieving the most in your lifestyle. Location. Located on Interstate 10, and just 20 miles west of Houston, Katy offers residents the benefits of proximity to urban amenities and conveniences. With quick and efficient access to the Katy Toll Road, Beltway 8 and the Grand Parkway, all minutes away. Energy Corridor. Home to the world's major energy companies, and a variety of compatible industry clusters, the Energy Corridor is on the perimeter of and part of the Katy Area – closer to Katy than Houston for a reason: we are where their leadership and employees want to live and raise their families and we are where their companies can grow their potential.