# Living in Heath, TX: Realust Score 93

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

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County: Rockwall
Realust Score: 93/100 (A+, Exceptional), tied for #6 of 84. Base 88 + price-tier bonus 5.
Category scores: Prosperity 100, Schools 87, Safety 94, Lifestyle 89, Market 74, Affordability 88, Commute 52, Growth 76
Median home price: $707K
Population: 10,777
Market momentum: Growing (home prices -0.6% over 1 year, +19.4% over 5 years)

An affluent lakeside enclave known for luxury homes, top schools, and a tight-knit community feel.

Strengths:
- Excellent schools in Rockwall ISD
- Upscale homes and well-maintained properties
- Safe, family-oriented community

Trade-offs:
- Higher home prices than surrounding areas
- Limited commercial amenities within city
- Requires car for all errands

Data:
- Demographics / Population: Total Population 10,777; People per sq mile 872; 5-Year Growth +23.7%
- Demographics / Mobility & Migration: Moved Last Year 7.4%; Same Home 1+ Year 92.6%; From Out of State 1.9%; From Different County 3.7%
- Demographics / Age Distribution: Under 18 28.8%; 25-34 4.9%; 35-44 14.8%; 65+ 16.3%; Median Age 43.5 years
- Demographics / Households: Avg Household Size 3.0; Family Households 82.7%; Homeownership Rate 98.0%; With Kids 40.1%; Married 78.8%; Single Parent 2.2%; Living Alone 13.1%; Seniors Alone 6.9%
- Demographics / Education Level: High School+ 98.5%; Bachelor's+ 62.2%; Graduate Degree 21.0%
- Demographics / Connectivity & Remote Work: Broadband Access 97.3%; Have Computer 99.8%; Work From Home 25.9%
- Real Estate / Home Prices: Per Sq Ft $235; Starter Home $579,990; Median Price $706,780; Premium Home $1,665,990
- Real Estate / Home Price Trends: 1-Year Change -0.6%; 5-Year Change +19.4%
- Real Estate / Market Health: Active Listings 526; Median Days on Market 81; Under Contract 24.9%; Price Reduced 14.5%; Sale-to-List Ratio 95.8%
- Real Estate / Market Insights: Cheaper to Rent $1,515/mo; Balanced 3 mo; Rental Yield 4.1%; Income to Buy 3.2x; vs Region Avg +4%
- Real Estate / Fit Scores: Remote Work Fit 81; Family Fit 59; Investment 87
- Real Estate / Typical Home: Sq Ft 3,548; Beds 4.1; Baths 4.1; Lot Sq Ft 33,248; Year Built 2013; Garage 2.6-car
- Real Estate / Property Mix: Single Family 93%; Townhome 0%; Condo 0%
- Real Estate / Common Features: Pool 19.5%; Garage 95.5%; Single Story 32%; Fireplace 49%; Central Air 43%; Waterfront 14.5%
- Real Estate / Costs & Ownership: Est. Monthly Payment $3,915; Median Rent $2,400; Avg HOA Fee $104/mo; Have HOA 42.5%
- Real Estate / Investment Indicators: Rental Vacancy 1.6%; New Construction 60.5%; Per Bedroom $179,230
- Lifestyle / Lifestyle Scores: Area Feel Rural; Family Friendly 8.7; Outdoor Activities 5.3; Nightlife 4; Health & Fitness 7.3; Diversity 4.7; Weather 6.7
- Lifestyle / Nearby Amenities (within 5 miles): Restaurants 60+; Parks 29; Gyms 35; Grocery 5; Coffee 28; Bars 24; Theaters 1; Daycares 60+; Hospitals 9; Pharmacies 11; Dentists 60+; Dog Parks 60+; Museums 1
- Lifestyle / Getting Around: Walk Score 3; 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: Safety Grade A; Violent crime (per 1,000) 0.56; Property crime (per 1,000) 3.8
- Crime & Safety / Violent Crime (per 100,000): Assault 33.94; Robbery 8.49; Murder 0; Rape 59.4
- Crime & Safety / Property Crime (per 100,000): Burglary 67.89; Theft 356.42; Vehicle Theft 16.97
- Job Market / Income: Median Household $220,828; Average Household $326,279; Per Capita $106,807
- Job Market / Employment: Unemployment Rate 7.5%; Job Growth (1 yr) +2.2%; Poverty Rate 2.0%
- Job Market / Income Distribution: $150k+ 69.3%; $100k-$150k 13.4%; $75k-$100k 4.0%; $50k-$75k 4.9%; $25k-$50k 5.6%; Under $25k 2.7%
- Education / School District: Primary district Rockwall ISD; District Grade A; State Ranking Top 14%
- Education / Schools: Elementary 16; Middle 3; High School 3
- Education / Elementary Schools: Beverly Cheatham Elementary A (96); Amy Parks-heath Elementary B (89)
- Education / High Schools: Rockwall-heath High School A (91)
- Education / Academic Info: Student-Teacher Ratio 16.1:1
- Education / Graduation Rates (Class of 2024): Graduation Rate 99.0%; Dropout Rate 0.3%
- Education / College Readiness (Class of 2023): Took SAT/ACT 88%; College Ready 23.0%; TSI Ready 37.7%
- Transportation / Mobility Scores: Walk Score 3; Bike Score 26
- Transportation / Commute: Avg Minutes 35; Drive Alone 66.8%; Carpool 6.0%; Work from Home 25.9%
- Transportation / Distance To: Downtown Dallas 24.9 mi; DFW Airport 44.3 mi; Love Field 31.7 mi
- Transportation / EV Charging: Public Stations 8; DC Fast Ports 2; Level 2 Ports 20
- Cost of Living / Cost Index (100 = National Average): Overall 101; 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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