# Living in Copper Canyon, TX: Realust Score 91

> Source: Realust (realust.com), data as of October 2026. Cite: https://realust.com/city/copper-canyon/

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County: Denton
Realust Score: 91/100 (A, Excellent), #10 of 84. Base 83 + price-tier bonus 8.
Category scores: Prosperity 91, Schools 82, Safety 96, Lifestyle 86, Market 75, Affordability 54, Commute 61, Growth 70
Median home price: $1.02M
Population: 2,514
Market momentum: Strong growth (home prices -1.6% over 1 year, +30.9% over 5 years)

Copper Canyon is an upscale, semi-rural enclave offering large lots, country living and strong sense of privacy—ideal for buyers seeking acreage, horse-friendly properties and top-tier schools while accepting longer drives for daily errands, higher carrying costs and limited local commercial amenities. Copper Canyon features spacious estate and acreage parcels with mature trees, large setbacks and a low-density feel just north of the Hwy 377/114 corridors; many homes are on wells/septic or have equestrian infrastructure, and residents benefit from quiet streets, scenic rural views and proximity to quality schools (confirm exact zoning). Tradeoffs include higher property taxes and insurance for larger lots, possible MUD or bond obligations in nearby developments, limited in town shopping or medical services that require short drives to Flower Mound or Argyle, and potential maintenance issues on private roads or long driveways.

Strengths:
- Large lots, open vistas, and horse properties feel like true country living yet with quick access to major highways and cities.
- Access to highly ranked public schools in two strong districts adds educational appeal.
- Only a short drive to shopping, dining, and entertainment in Flower Mound, Lewisville, and Denton.

Trade-offs:
- No major shopping districts or nightlife within town; most errands require driving.
- Property values and housing costs are above both national and many Texas averages.
- While close to DFW suburbs, trips into central Dallas or Fort Worth can exceed 45 minutes during peak times.

Data:
- Demographics / Population: Total Population 2,514; People per sq mile 551; 5-Year Growth +124.3%
- Demographics / Mobility & Migration: Moved Last Year 16.9%; Same Home 1+ Year 83.1%; From Out of State 4.3%; From Different County 2.7%
- Demographics / Age Distribution: Under 18 19.3%; 25-34 5.8%; 35-44 8.7%; 65+ 23.4%; Median Age 53.5 years
- Demographics / Households: Avg Household Size 2.8; Family Households 95.2%; Homeownership Rate 97.9%; With Kids 32.0%; Married 85.6%; Single Parent 3.0%; Living Alone 4.5%; Seniors Alone 3.8%
- Demographics / Education Level: High School+ 98.6%; Bachelor's+ 58.1%; Graduate Degree 18.8%
- Demographics / Connectivity & Remote Work: Broadband Access 97.5%; Have Computer 100.0%; Work From Home 33.0%
- Real Estate / Home Prices: Per Sq Ft $414; Starter Home $800,000; Median Price $1,021,646; Premium Home $2,300,000
- Real Estate / Home Price Trends: 1-Year Change -1.6%; 5-Year Change +30.9%
- Real Estate / Market Health: Active Listings 90; Median Days on Market 95; Under Contract 30.8%; Sale-to-List Ratio 100.1%
- Real Estate / Market Insights: Seller's market 2.3 mo; Income to Buy 6.6x; vs Region Avg +84%
- Real Estate / Fit Scores: Remote Work Fit 89; Family Fit 48
- Real Estate / Typical Home: Sq Ft 3,974; Beds 4.2; Baths 3.9; Lot Sq Ft 120,430; Year Built 2006; Garage 2.6-car
- Real Estate / Property Mix: Single Family 60.7%; Townhome 0%; Condo 0%
- Real Estate / Common Features: Pool 7.1%; Garage 64.3%; Single Story 32.1%; Fireplace 39.3%; Central Air 39.3%
- Real Estate / Costs & Ownership: Est. Monthly Payment $5,659; Avg HOA Fee $102/mo; Have HOA 42.9%
- Real Estate / Investment Indicators: Rental Vacancy 1.6%; New Construction 39.3%; Per Bedroom $356,250
- Lifestyle / Lifestyle Scores: Area Feel Rural; Family Friendly 8; Outdoor Activities 4.7; Nightlife 4.7; Health & Fitness 7.3; Diversity 4.7; Weather 6.7
- Lifestyle / Nearby Amenities (within 5 miles): Restaurants 60+; Parks 60+; Gyms 60+; Grocery 13; Coffee 60+; Bars 37; Theaters 1; Daycares 60+; Hospitals 18; Pharmacies 46; Dentists 60+; Libraries 3; Dog Parks 60+; Museums 1
- Lifestyle / Getting Around: Walk Score 5; Bike Score 26
- Lifestyle / Seasonal Temperatures (high / low): January 56° / 39°; April 74° / 55°; July 94° / 77°; October 77° / 58°
- Lifestyle / Annual Conditions: Sunny Days/Year 218; Rainy Days/Year 147; Annual Rainfall 53.3"
- Crime & Safety / Safety Overview: Violent crime (per 1,000) 0; Property crime (per 1,000) 1.99
- Crime & Safety / Violent Crime (per 100,000): Assault 0; Robbery 0; Murder 0; Rape 0
- Crime & Safety / Property Crime (per 100,000): Burglary 0; Theft 0; Vehicle Theft 0
- Job Market / Income: Median Household $155,625; Average Household $198,439; Per Capita $72,895
- Job Market / Employment: Unemployment Rate 5.8%; Job Growth (1 yr) +16.4%; Poverty Rate 1.4%
- Job Market / Income Distribution: $150k+ 51.4%; $100k-$150k 30.1%; $75k-$100k 7.5%; $50k-$75k 2.5%; $25k-$50k 5.9%; Under $25k 2.5%
- Education / School District: Primary district Lewisville ISD; District Grade A-; State Ranking Top 32%
- Education / Schools: Elementary 39; Middle 15; High School 6
- Education / Academic Info: Student-Teacher Ratio 13.5:1
- Education / Graduation Rates (Class of 2024): Graduation Rate 96.8%; Dropout Rate 2.2%
- Education / College Readiness (Class of 2023): Took SAT/ACT 67%; College Ready 44.9%; TSI Ready 60.9%
- Transportation / Mobility Scores: Walk Score 5; Bike Score 26
- Transportation / Commute: Avg Minutes 26; Drive Alone 60.7%; Carpool 5.2%; Work from Home 33.0%
- Transportation / Distance To: Downtown Dallas 32.7 mi; DFW Airport 14.3 mi; Love Field 29.7 mi
- Transportation / EV Charging: Public Stations 8; DC Fast Ports 10; Level 2 Ports 11
- Cost of Living / Cost Index (100 = National Average): Overall 100; Housing 113; Utilities 97; Groceries 100; Transportation 102; Healthcare 100
- Cost of Living / Monthly Utilities: Electric $142; Water $52; Gas $44; Internet $72
- Cost of Living / Everyday Costs: Monthly Groceries (Family of 4) $823; Gas Price (per gallon) $2.82
- Cost of Living / Taxes: Sales Tax Rate 8.3%; Property Tax Rate 2.2%

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