Dallas
Realust Score
68
↗
+0.0%
1-year
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+29.3%
5-year
'20 '21 '22 '23 '24 '25
Growing
• 66% velocity
Snapshot
As the economic and cultural anchor of the DFW Metroplex, Dallas, TX offers a dynamic real estate market defined by thriving job growth, diverse neighborhoods, and world-class amenities. From the luxury high-rises of Uptown and Victory Park to the historic charm of Lakewood and the family-centric suburbs of Far North Dallas (stretching into Collin and Denton counties), the city caters to every lifestyle.
Recent census data highlights Dallas as a top destination for corporate relocation, driven by a booming tech and finance sector, no state income tax, and a competitive cost of living compared to coastal hubs. Residents enjoy access to top-tier attractions like the Dallas Arts District, White Rock Lake, and the Katy Trail, alongside an exploding culinary scene in Deep Ellum and Bishop Arts. Whether you are seeking high-performing schools in the Richardson ISD or Dallas ISD zones, walkable urban living, or investment opportunities in a high-appreciation market, Dallas provides the perfect foundation for your next move in North Texas.
Best For:
Career-Driven Professionals
Sports & Live Event Enthusiasts
Foodies
1,300,642
Population
$459,000
Median Home Price
$63,985
Median Income
4.8/10
School Rating
✓ Pros
- No state income tax
- Strong job market with lots of career growth opportunities
- Lower cost of living than many other big U.S. cities
- Great food scene, especially BBQ, Tex-Mex, and global eats
- Sports, concerts, and events year-round
✗ Cons
- Very hot summers with long stretches of 100°F+ heat
- Car-dependent lifestyle and heavy traffic
- Limited public transportation compared to other major cities
- Flat geography with fewer outdoor nature escapes nearby
- Sprawling metro area, so getting places can take a long time
Best for First-Time Buyers
68
Realust Score
B- – Above Average
64
💰 Prosperity
76
🎓 Schools
49
🛡️ Safety
81
🌳 Lifestyle
48
🏷️ Affordability
71
📊 Market
83
🚗 Commute
64
📈 Growth
Demographics
Population
1,300,642
Total Population
3,826.0
People per sq mile
-1.5%
5-Year Growth
Mobility & Migration
15.8%
Moved Last Year
84.2%
Same Home 1+ Year
2.2%
From Out of State
3.1%
From Different County
⚖️ Balanced community with healthy mix of long-term and new residents.
Age Distribution
24.4%
Under 18
18.6%
25-34
13.8%
35-44
11.0%
65+
Median Age: 33.1 years
Households
2.5
Avg Household Size
54.9%
Family Households
42.4%
Homeownership Rate
46.1%
👶 With Kids
28.0%
💑 Married
18.2%
👤 Single Parent
45.1%
🏠 Living Alone
62.5%
👴 Seniors Alone
Education Level
80.2%
High School+
36.5%
Bachelor's+
14.1%
Graduate Degree
Connectivity & Remote Work
85.8%
📶 Broadband Access
92.7%
💻 Have Computer
14.0%
🏠 Work From Home
Racial & Ethnic Composition
White
48.1%
Hispanic/Latino
42.4%
Black
23.6%
Two or More
13.1%
Other
10.9%
Asian
3.7%
South Asian
0.6%
Native American
0.6%
Foreign Born: 23.8%
Momentum
66
+10
Rising
'20
'21
'22
'23
'24
'25
Real Estate
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💡 Market Insights
🐢
Patient Market
Homes take about 70 days to sell — buyers have time to decide.
🤝
Typical Negotiations
Homes selling at 96.9% of asking — expect 3-5% negotiation room.
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Healthy Buyer Activity
21% of homes are under contract.
📊
Steady Growth
Home values increased 29% over 5 years.
Home Prices
$377
Per Sq Ft
$285,000
Starter Home
$459,000
Median Price
$1,500,000
Premium Home
Market Trends
🏠 Home Prices
↑ +12%
1-Year Change
+29.3%
5-Year Change
🏢 Rent Prices
↑ +0%
1-Year Change
+22.9%
5-Year Change
📊 Home values are appreciating strongly while rents are declining.
(Source: Redfin, Zillow)
Market Health
3,853
Active Listings
70
Median Days on Market
21%
Under Contract
18.4%
Price Reduced
96.9%
Sale-to-List Ratio
⚖️ Balanced market conditions.
Market Insights
$286/mo
💰 Cheaper to Rent
3.8 mo
📦 Balanced
4.5%
📈 Rental Yield
7.2x
🏷️ Income to Buy
+68%
📍 vs Region Avg
🏠 Remote Work Fit
69
Good for remote workers
👨👩👧👦 Family Fit
52
Good for families
💼 Investment
84
Strong potential
Typical Home
2,215
Sq Ft
3.2
🛏️ Beds
2.9
🚿 Baths
1,597,075
🌳 Lot Sq Ft
1983
📅 Year Built
1.9-car
🚗 Garage
Property Mix
68.3%
🏠 Single Family
0%
🏘️ Townhome
22.9%
🏢 Condo
Common Features
23.1%
🏊 Pool
68.9%
🚗 Garage
48.2%
🏠 Single Story
53.5%
🔥 Fireplace
70.7%
❄️ Central Air
1.4%
🌊 Waterfront
Costs & Ownership
$2,023
Est. Monthly Payment
$1,737
Median Rent
$557/mo
Avg HOA Fee
32.7%
Have HOA
Investment Indicators
1.4%
🏢 Rental Vacancy
Low (Good)
0.2/10
📊 Low Risk
0.1%
⚠️ Foreclosure
15.5%
🏗️ New Construction
$125,782
💰 Per Bedroom
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Urban Suburban Mix
Lifestyle Scores
6.7
👨👩👧 Family Friendly
6.7
🏃 Outdoor Activities
8
🌙 Nightlife
6
💪 Health & Fitness
8.7
🌍 Diversity
6.7
☀️ Weather
Nearby Amenities (within 5 miles)
🍽️
60+
Restaurants
🌳
60+
Parks
💪
60+
Gyms
🛒
47
Grocery
☕
60+
Coffee
🍺
60+
Bars
🎬
8
Theaters
👶
60+
Daycares
🏥
60+
Hospitals
💊
60+
Pharmacies
🦷
60+
Dentists
📚
32
Libraries
🐕
60+
Dog Parks
🏛️
41
Museums
Getting Around
94
🚶 Walk Score
74
🚴 Bike Score
84
🚌 Transit Score
Seasonal Temperatures
❄️ January
57°
39° low
🌸 April
75°
55° low
☀️ July
95°
78° low
🍂 October
78°
59° low
Annual Conditions
☀️
216
Sunny Days/Year
🌧️
149
Rainy Days/Year
💧
57"
Annual Rainfall
🌡️ North Texas enjoys a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters.
Crime & Safety
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Safety Overview
C
Safety Grade
6.58
Violent Crime Rate
per 1,000 residents
33.52
Property Crime Rate
per 1,000 residents
Violent Crime
440.11
Assault
168.52
Robbery
13.62
Murder
35.94
Rape
Rates per 100,000 residents
Property Crime
464.09
Burglary
1787.28
Theft
1100.49
Vehicle Theft
Rates per 100,000 residents
Job Market
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Income
$63,985
Median Household
$106,979
Average Household
$41,761
Per Capita
Employment
4.9%
Unemployment Rate
+0.5%
Job Growth (1 yr)
17.5%
Poverty Rate
Income Distribution
$150k+
17.4%
$100k-$150k
13.1%
$75k-$100k
11.8%
$50k-$75k
18.3%
$25k-$50k
21.2%
Under $25k
18.2%
Education
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School District
Dallas Independent School District ISD
Primary District
B+
District Grade
Top 51%
State Ranking
Schools
152
Elementary
42
Middle
39
High School
🏆 Top-Rated Schools (62 A-rated schools in Dallas)
🎒 Elementary Schools
IRMA RANGEL YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL
A
(99)
HENRY W LONGFELLOW CAREER EXPLORATION ACADEMY
A
(96)
📚 Middle Schools
COPPELL MIDDLE WEST
A
(95)
SAN JACINTO EL
A
(94)
🎓 High Schools
DR WRIGHT L LASSITER JR EARLY COLLEGE H S
A
(99)
ROSIE SORRELLS EDUCATION AND SOCIAL SERVICES H S
A
(97)
Source: Texas Education Agency 2024-25 Accountability Ratings
Academic Info
14.9:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
📈 Graduation Rates (Class of 2024)
85.5%
🎓 Graduation Rate
C
11.8%
📉 Dropout Rate
🎯 College Readiness (Class of 2023)
85%
📝 Took SAT/ACT
9.2%
🎯 College Ready
D
18.9%
📚 TSI Ready
College Ready: 1180+ SAT or 24+ ACT | TSI Ready: Met Texas college-ready criteria
Transportation
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Mobility Scores
94
Walk Score
74
Bike Score
84
Transit Score
Commute
26
Avg Minutes
68.5%
Drive Alone
11.4%
Carpool
14.0%
Work from Home
Distance To
0.4 mi
Downtown Dallas
18.4 mi
DFW Airport
7.6 mi
Love Field
⚡ EV Charging
148
Public Stations
45
DC Fast Ports
373
Level 2 Ports
Networks:
ChargePoint Network
Blink Network
Tesla Destination
Cost of Living
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Cost Index (100 = National Average)
101
Overall
113
Housing
97
Utilities
100
Groceries
102
Transportation
100
Healthcare
Monthly Utilities
⚡ Electric
$142
💧 Water
$52
🔥 Gas
$44
📶 Internet
$72
Everyday Costs
$823
Monthly Groceries (Family of 4)
$3
Gas Price (per gallon)
Taxes
8.3%
Sales Tax Rate
2.2%
Property Tax Rate
