Dallas

Dallas, Texas Overview

Dallas scores 42.7/100 overall (D), ranking #14 of 20 cities in Texas — below the state composite of 45.8. Affordability is the city’s relative strength at 73/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 5/100.

Income & Employment in Dallas

The median household income in Dallas is $70,121, 4% below the statewide median of $73,035. The local unemployment rate of 4.1% is lower than the state’s 4.2%. Population grew 0.7% recently.

Safety in Dallas

With a violent crime rate of 690.6 per 100,000, Dallas exceeds the Texas average of 401. Safety is a factor prospective residents should weigh carefully. The property crime rate is 4033.1 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Dallas

Dallas has a cost of living index of 103.3 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $295,300. Median monthly rent is $1,403. Renters spend 24.0% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Dallas

The adult obesity rate in Dallas is 36.8%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 12.4%. Residents report an average of 17.8 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Texas ranks #41 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Dallas

The student-teacher ratio is 14.3:1. Per-pupil spending is $13,700. The city has 337 public schools serving 200,037 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Dallas

Dallas enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 66.9°F. Summers average 84.3°F. Winters average 51.2°F. Annual precipitation is 47.4 inches.

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