# Living in Krum, TX: Realust Score 80

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

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County: Denton
Realust Score: 80/100 (B+, Very Good), tied for #34 of 84. Base 80 + price-tier bonus 0.
Category scores: Prosperity 73, Schools 80, Safety 91, Lifestyle 81, Market 75, Affordability 93, Commute 62, Growth 81
Median home price: $331K
Population: 6,189
Market momentum: Growing (home prices -2.9% over 1 year, +8.5% over 5 years)

Krum, TX is a small, fast-growing, family-oriented town with affordable housing, a strong Krum ISD reputation, and a quiet, small-town feel while offering reasonably quick drives to Denton and the northern DFW job markets. Krum’s housing mix includes older ranch-style homes and newer subdivisions with modest yards that appeal to first-time buyers and young families seeking lower prices than nearby suburbs; recent development has added entry-level and mid-range single-family neighborhoods while preserving a compact downtown and rural edges. Daily life centers on school activities, local churches and small businesses, community events, and outdoor space, but full-service shopping, specialty medical care and major entertainment require driving into Denton or toward the DFW metro area. The town is car-dependent with regional highway access that makes commutes doable but variable during peak hours; expect limited public transit, potential pressure for more development, and evolving infrastructure. Buyers should confirm exact Krum ISD attendance, check utility hookups/well and septic details for outskirts, verify any HOA or deed restrictions, review floodplain/drainage and future land use plans that could alter growth pace or neighborhood character.

Strengths:
- Lake Ray Roberts State Park and Clear Creek Natural Heritage Center are a short drive away for camping, hiking, fishing, and boating.
- More affordable housing compared with many North DFW suburbs, with development and housing growth underway.
- Only about 7 miles northwest of Denton, with access to US-377 and convenient commutes to Denton, Dallas, or Fort Worth.

Trade-offs:
- Smaller school district challenges — Fewer specialized programs than larger districts, and academic performance metrics show room for improvement.
- Depending on traffic, Dallas or Fort Worth job centers can be 45–60+ minutes away.
- Smaller retail, dining, and entertainment than larger suburbs or cities.

Data:
- Demographics / Population: Total Population 6,189; People per sq mile 1,971; 5-Year Growth +23.4%
- Demographics / Mobility & Migration: Moved Last Year 7.0%; Same Home 1+ Year 93.0%; From Out of State 1.2%; From Different County 2.4%
- Demographics / Age Distribution: Under 18 28.4%; 25-34 15.4%; 35-44 17.1%; 65+ 9.9%; Median Age 35.9 years
- Demographics / Households: Avg Household Size 3.1; Family Households 82.4%; Homeownership Rate 75.8%; With Kids 48.0%; Married 60.5%; Single Parent 3.2%; Living Alone 15.3%; Seniors Alone 6.7%
- Demographics / Education Level: High School+ 96.3%; Bachelor's+ 36.2%; Graduate Degree 7.9%
- Demographics / Connectivity & Remote Work: Broadband Access 96.3%; Have Computer 98.1%; Work From Home 15.3%
- Real Estate / Home Prices: Per Sq Ft $211; Starter Home $289,990; Median Price $330,876; Premium Home $740,000
- Real Estate / Home Price Trends: 1-Year Change -2.9%; 5-Year Change +8.5%
- Real Estate / Rent Trends: 1-Year Change +3.9%
- Real Estate / Market Health: Active Listings 55; Median Days on Market 96; Under Contract 35.3%; Price Reduced 19.9%; Sale-to-List Ratio 95.8%
- Real Estate / Market Insights: Cheaper to Buy $7/mo; Seller's market 1.8 mo; Rental Yield 6.7%; Income to Buy 2.7x; vs Region Avg -6%
- Real Estate / Fit Scores: Remote Work Fit 80; Family Fit 59; Investment 100
- Real Estate / Typical Home: Sq Ft 2,171; Beds 3.8; Baths 2.7; Lot Sq Ft 221,774; Year Built 2011; Garage 2.2-car
- Real Estate / Property Mix: Single Family 77.9%; Townhome 0%; Condo 0%
- Real Estate / Common Features: Pool 4.4%; Garage 75%; Single Story 60.3%; Fireplace 33.8%; Central Air 45.6%
- Real Estate / Costs & Ownership: Est. Monthly Payment $1,833; Median Rent $1,840; Avg HOA Fee $38/mo; Have HOA 25%
- Real Estate / Investment Indicators: Rental Vacancy 0%; New Construction 50%; Per Bedroom $92,079
- Lifestyle / Lifestyle Scores: Area Feel Rural; Family Friendly 6.7; Outdoor Activities 3.3; Nightlife 4.7; Health & Fitness 6; Diversity 5.3; Weather 6.7
- Lifestyle / Nearby Amenities (within 5 miles): Restaurants 60+; Parks 12; Gyms 6; Grocery 2; Coffee 9; Bars 6; Theaters 2; Daycares 60+; Hospitals 6; Pharmacies 6; Dentists 14; Libraries 2; Dog Parks 60+; Museums 2
- Lifestyle / Getting Around: Walk Score 34; Bike Score 32
- 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) 1.13; Property crime (per 1,000) 3.39
- Crime & Safety / Violent Crime (per 100,000): Assault 72.44; Robbery 0; Murder 0; Rape 14.49
- Crime & Safety / Property Crime (per 100,000): Burglary 57.95; Theft 347.73; Vehicle Theft 0
- Job Market / Income: Median Household $124,405; Average Household $140,980; Per Capita $47,221
- Job Market / Employment: Unemployment Rate 0.7%; Job Growth (1 yr) +3.9%; Poverty Rate 3.9%
- Job Market / Income Distribution: $150k+ 29.1%; $100k-$150k 34.0%; $75k-$100k 15.7%; $50k-$75k 12.6%; $25k-$50k 8.7%; Under $25k 0.0%
- Education / School District: Primary district Krum ISD; District Grade B+; State Ranking Top 39%
- Education / Schools: Elementary 3; Middle 1; High School 1
- Education / Elementary Schools: Blanche Dodd Elementary A (93); Dixie Hansel Elementary C (74)
- Education / Middle Schools: Krum Middle C (75)
- Education / High Schools: Krum High School C (77)
- Education / Academic Info: Student-Teacher Ratio 14.8:1
- Education / Graduation Rates (Class of 2024): Graduation Rate 94.8%; Dropout Rate 5.2%
- Education / College Readiness (Class of 2023): Took SAT/ACT 83%; College Ready 8.1%; TSI Ready 17.7%
- Transportation / Mobility Scores: Walk Score 34; Bike Score 32
- Transportation / Commute: Avg Minutes 32; Drive Alone 78.8%; Carpool 5.5%; Work from Home 15.3%
- Transportation / Distance To: Downtown Dallas 47.2 mi; DFW Airport 35.1 mi; Love Field 43.7 mi
- Transportation / EV Charging: Public Stations 3; DC Fast Ports 12; Level 2 Ports 5
- 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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