Irving

Irving, Texas Overview

With a composite score of 50.5/100 and a C+ grade, Irving ranks #6 of 20 cities in Texas. Its strongest showing is in Affordability (72/100), while Outdoor Access (5/100) represents its largest gap.

Income & Employment in Irving

The median household income in Irving is $79,335, 9% above the statewide median of $73,035. The local unemployment rate of 3.7% is lower than the state’s 4.2%. Population grew 0.2% recently.

Safety in Irving

At 297.4 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, Irving sits meaningfully below the Texas average of 401 — a 35% lower gap. The property crime rate is 2442.4 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Irving

Irving 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 $287,300. Median monthly rent is $1,517. Renters spend 22.9% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Irving

The adult obesity rate in Irving is 31.6% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 10.5%. Residents report an average of 16.2 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Texas ranks #41 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Irving

The student-teacher ratio is 15.5:1. Per-pupil spending is $12,100. The city has 55 public schools serving 42,379 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Irving

Irving enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 66.2°F. Summers average 83.8°F. Winters average 50.4°F. Annual precipitation is 50.4 inches.

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