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Is Wylie a Good Place to Live? Wylie, Texas: cost of living, crime, schools and rankings
Wylie ranks #277 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #135 of 524 smaller cities and #15 of 74 in Texas. Against similar-size cities it stands out for low violent crime (81 per 100,000, #34 of 442) and low poverty (5.6%, #60 of 524), and trails on long commutes (31.4 min, #453 of 524) and high rents ($2,189/mo, #443 of 524).
Wylie by the numbers
The measures people check first, each with Wylie's rank among the tracked cities and the US figure (or the similar-size median where there is no national figure).
What is the cost of living in Wylie?
Wylie's cost of living index is 103.1, 3% above the US level of 100 and #842 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $2,189/mo against $1,633/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $412,915, 38% above the typical Texas home ($299,367).
| Measure | Wylie | TexasTX | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of living indexBEA Regional Price Parities, metro area · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size 102.4 · US 100 | 103.1#842 of 1,308 | 97 | 102.4 | 100 |
| Typical home value (Zillow)Zillow Home Value Index · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $431,438 · US $368,697 | $412,915#653 of 1,187 | $299,367 | $431,438 | $368,697 |
| Typical asking rent (Zillow)Zillow Observed Rent Index · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,884/mo · US $1,948/mo | $1,914/mo#662 of 1,115 | — | $1,884/mo | $1,948/mo |
| Median home value (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $401,950 | $387,000#760 of 1,309 | — | $401,950 | — |
| Median rent (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,633/mo | $2,189/mo#1166 of 1,309 | — | $1,633/mo | — |
| Home value to incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 4.5x | 3.2x#263 of 1,309 | — | 4.5x | — |
| Rent as a share of incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 22.2% | 22%#680 of 1,309 | — | 22.2% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Texas is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. Zillow figures track homes and rentals on the market now; Census figures are survey medians of all homes and leases, so the two differ.
Wylie housing market · August
Typical home value is a monthly index of homes in the middle third of the market; the Census figures above are survey medians and will differ. Source in the data sources list below. Wylie is in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX metro.
Texas housing market →Is Wylie safe?
Wylie recorded 81 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 78% below the US rate of 373 and 80% below Texas's 401. That ranks #88 of 1,083 cities with data (1 = safest) and #34 of 442 smaller cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Wylie Police Department. Property crime runs 604 per 100,000 (US 2,083).
| Measure | Wylie | TexasTX | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 264 · US 373 | 81#88 of 1,083 | 401 | 264 | 373 |
| Property crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 1,553 · US 2,083 | 604#51 of 1,083 | 2,463 | 1,553 | 2,083 |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Texas is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. City rates come from each police agency's report to the FBI and are not strictly comparable across agencies.
What do people earn in Wylie?
The median household in Wylie earns $119,522, 56% above the US figure of $76,827 and 64% above Texas ($73,035). Unemployment is 3.7% (US 4.2%). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The population grew 1.5% in the latest year (US +0.8%).
| Measure | Wylie | TexasTX | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median household incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size $83,646 · US $76,827 | $119,522#161 of 1,312 | $73,035 | $83,646 | $76,827 |
| Unemployment rateBLS LAUS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 4.2% · US 4.2% | 3.7%#342 of 1,058 | 4.2% | 4.2% | 4.2% |
| Poverty rateCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 10.8% | 5.6%#140 of 1,312 | — | 10.8% | — |
| Population growth, one yearCensus population estimates · rank 1 = fastestSimilar-size +0.2% · US +0.8% | +1.5%#153 of 1,132 | +1.7% | +0.2% | +0.8% |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Texas is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure.
Who lives in Wylie?
The median resident of Wylie is 35.3 years old, against 37.7 in similar-size cities. 43.3% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #380 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 77.4% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
| Measure | Wylie | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median ageCensus ACSSimilar-size 37.7 | 35.3 | 37.7 | — |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 35.1% | 43.3%#380 of 1,312 | 35.1% | — |
| Homes lived in by their ownerCensus ACSSimilar-size 61.7% | 77.4% | 61.7% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure.
How are Wylie's schools and health?
There is no city graduation rate for Wylie; its public schools have 15.8 students per teacher and spend $11,136 per pupil. 34.8% of adults are obese and 9.2% have diabetes, against similar-size city medians of 31.9% and 11%.
| Measure | Wylie | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students per teacherNCES Common Core of Data · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 16.4 | 15.8#601 of 1,188 | 16.4 | — |
| Spending per pupilNCES school finance survey · rank 1 = mostSimilar-size $15,354 | $11,136#1049 of 1,188 | $15,354 | — |
| Adult obesityCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 31.9% | 34.8%#758 of 1,311 | 31.9% | — |
| Adult diabetesCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 11% | 9.2%#252 of 1,311 | 11% | — |
| Adults with frequent mental distressCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 16.7% | 16.5%#522 of 1,311 | 16.7% | — |
| Adults without health insuranceCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 10.1% | 11.8%#857 of 1,311 | 10.1% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. 16,807 students are enrolled in Wylie's public schools.
What are the commute and weather like in Wylie?
The average commute in Wylie is 31.4 minutes (Texas 23.7); 0.5% of workers take transit and 22.7% work from home. On the EPA's walkability index Wylie scores 7.9 of 20 (below average walkable), #1084 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). Summers average 81.7°F and winters 46.1°F, with 39.8 inches of precipitation a year.
| Measure | Wylie | TexasTX | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average commuteCensus ACS · rank 1 = shortestSimilar-size 25.1 min | 31.4 min#1181 of 1,312 | 23.7 min | 25.1 min | — |
| Commutes of an hour or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 6.5% | 9.9%#1053 of 1,312 | 8.1% | 6.5% | — |
| Drive alone to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 70.8% | 63.3% | 75.1% | 70.8% | — |
| Take transit to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.1% | 0.5% | 1% | 1.1% | — |
| Walk to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.4% | 0.9% | 1.5% | 1.4% | — |
| Bike to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 0.2% | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | — |
| Work from homeCensus ACSSimilar-size 13.7% | 22.7% | 11% | 13.7% | — |
| Walkability index (1 to 20)EPA National Walkability Index · rank 1 = most walkableSimilar-size 11.1 | 7.9#1084 of 1,312 | — | 11.1 | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Texas is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. The walkability index is the EPA's, averaged over the city's neighborhoods by population.
| Month | Average high (°F) | Average low (°F) | Precipitation (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 53.7 | 34.2 | 2.6 |
| Feb | 58.2 | 38.1 | 2.7 |
| Mar | 65.1 | 46.4 | 3.5 |
| Apr | 73 | 53.4 | 3.7 |
| May | 80.2 | 62.6 | 4.7 |
| Jun | 88.3 | 70.3 | 4.1 |
| Jul | 92.4 | 73.2 | 1.9 |
| Aug | 93.3 | 73 | 2.2 |
| Sep | 86.7 | 65.9 | 3.1 |
| Oct | 76.7 | 54.8 | 4.4 |
| Nov | 64.7 | 44.6 | 3.4 |
| Dec | 56.1 | 36 | 3.5 |
Top: average low to average high, °F. Bottom: precipitation, inches. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Lavon Dam.
| Measure | Wylie | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average temperatureNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 58.1°F | 64.2°F | 58.1°F | — |
| Summer average (Jun–Aug)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 74.2°F | 81.7°F | 74.2°F | — |
| Winter average (Dec–Feb)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 40.8°F | 46.1°F | 40.8°F | — |
| Precipitation a yearNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 38.3 in | 39.8 in | 38.3 in | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Lavon Dam.
What are the air quality and natural hazard risks in Wylie?
Collin County's air had a median air quality index of 40, and 76% of measured days were rated good; 23 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from ozone. Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Collin County's biggest natural hazard losses in hail, tornado, and inland flooding, with expected yearly losses of 0.15% of building value, higher than 51% of US counties.
| Measure | Wylie | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median air quality index (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = cleanestSimilar-size 44 | 40#354 of 1,138 | 44 | — |
| Unhealthy air days a year (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 3 | 23#982 of 1,138 | 3 | — |
| Yearly hazard losses, share of building value (county)FEMA National Risk Index · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 0.15% | 0.15%#681 of 1,312 | 0.15% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. County figures for Collin County: the EPA measures air at monitors and FEMA estimates hazard losses by county, not by city.
Natural hazard losses, Collin County
| Hazard | Yearly loss | Higher than |
|---|---|---|
| Hail | 0.047% | 99% of counties |
| Tornado | 0.012% | 61% of counties |
| Inland flooding | 0.074% | 41% of counties |
| Earthquake | 0.0011% | 30% of counties |
FEMA National Risk Index: expected yearly building losses from each hazard as a share of the county's building value, compared with every US county exposed to that hazard. Loss rates, unlike FEMA's risk ratings, do not rise just because a county has more property.
How does Wylie compare with similar-size cities?
Wylie is one of 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track and ranks #135 of them on overall score. The table sets it beside the 8 cities in other states closest to its population of 60,334.
| City | Rank | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime | Commute |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wylie, TXPop. 60,334 | #277 | 62.6 | $119,522 | $2,189/mo | 81 | 31.4 min |
| Meriden, CTPop. 60,545 | #599 | 56.7 | $71,253 | $1,294/mo | 153 | 23 min |
| Stonecrest, GAPop. 60,501 | #1155 | 46.5 | $64,591 | $1,601/mo | no data | 36 min |
| Taunton, MAPop. 60,433 | #611 | 56.5 | $79,283 | $1,324/mo | 386 | 29.3 min |
| North Miami, FLPop. 60,344 | #1156 | 46.5 | $57,188 | $1,702/mo | part year | 31.8 min |
| Great Falls, MTPop. 60,329 | #997 | 50.1 | $63,373 | $900/mo | 631 | 14.9 min |
| Owensboro, KYPop. 60,302 | #908 | 51.6 | $56,357 | $905/mo | 413 | 17.1 min |
| Pico Rivera, CAPop. 60,272 | #1100 | 47.9 | $88,201 | $1,786/mo | 480 | 30.3 min |
| Madison, ALPop. 60,106 | #27 | 72.1 | $134,655 | $1,453/mo | 152 | 20.2 min |
Rank is overall rank of 1,312. Income is median household income; rent is Census median rent; violent crime is per 100,000 residents as reported to the FBI ("no data" and "incomplete" are explained on each city's page).
How does Wylie compare with the rest of Texas?
Wylie ranks #15 of the 74 Texas cities we track, with a score of 62.6 against Texas's statewide 45.8. Its households earn 64% above the Texas median. Violent crime is 80% below the statewide rate. Homes are 38% above the typical Texas home.
| City | Rank in TX | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flower Mound, TXPop. 78,389 | #1 | 67.4 | $161,235 | $2,231/mo | 42 |
| Frisco, TXPop. 219,304 | #2 | 66.6 | $150,212 | $2,014/mo | 98 |
| Cedar Park, TXPop. 78,301 | #3 | 66.3 | $129,545 | $1,846/mo | 91 |
| McKinney, TXPop. 210,600 | #4 | 65.3 | $124,215 | $1,901/mo | 115 |
| Leander, TXPop. 74,067 | #5 | 65.2 | $139,048 | $1,939/mo | part year |
| Round Rock, TXPop. 127,786 | #6 | 64.9 | $99,287 | $1,763/mo | 125 |
| The Woodlands, TXPop. 121,002 | #7 | 63.6 | $140,701 | $1,822/mo | no data |
| Georgetown, TXPop. 85,999 | #8 | 63.4 | $95,062 | $1,795/mo | 149 |
| Mansfield, TXPop. 77,510 | #9 | 63.4 | $121,126 | $1,954/mo | 106 |
| Allen, TXPop. 110,265 | #10 | 63.3 | $130,901 | $1,932/mo | 79 |
| Sugar Land, TXPop. 110,016 | #11 | 63.0 | $136,217 | $1,957/mo | 73 |
| Plano, TXPop. 290,594 | #12 | 62.9 | $112,253 | $1,841/mo | 147 |
| Carrollton, TXPop. 133,740 | #13 | 62.7 | $101,396 | $1,735/mo | 98 |
| Richardson, TXPop. 118,731 | #14 | 62.7 | $98,111 | $1,857/mo | 138 |
| Wylie, TXPop. 60,334 | #15 | 62.6 | $119,522 | $2,189/mo | 81 |
| Pflugerville, TXPop. 65,971 | #16 | 62.3 | $117,799 | $1,932/mo | 186 |
| League City, TXPop. 116,215 | #17 | 62.2 | $121,099 | $1,684/mo | 60 |
| Lewisville, TXPop. 131,080 | #18 | 61.0 | $89,233 | $1,670/mo | 218 |
| Kyle, TXPop. 56,823 | #19 | 60.7 | $90,323 | $1,752/mo | 135 |
The top 10 of the 74 and the cities ranked either side of Wylie among the Texas cities we track, by overall score. Texas statewide: median income $73,035, violent crime 401 per 100,000.
How is Wylie's score calculated?
Wylie scores 62.6 out of 100, #277 of 1,312 (grade B+, which follows rank). It is scored on the 10 of 11 categories with local data; outdoor access is left out rather than filled with Texas's statewide figure, and the other weights are scaled up to fill the gap. Each score is compared with the median of similar-size cities, which are scored the same way.
- EconomyCity data · 16% of score
Median household income and unemployment in Wylie. Similar-size median 55.5.
73.8 - SafetyCity data · 13% of score
Violent and property crime per 100,000 residents, as reported to the FBI by Wylie's police agency. Similar-size median 77.6.
97.3 - HealthCity data · 13% of score
Adult obesity, diabetes and frequent mental distress in Wylie. Similar-size median 58.9.
58.9 - EducationCity data, some inputs missing · 13% of score
Graduation rate, students per teacher and spending per pupil in Wylie's public schools. One input is missing, so the score uses the others. Similar-size median 55.2.
39.9 - AffordabilityCity data · 11% of score
Wylie's home values and rents and its metro area's price level. Similar-size median 59.3.
53.2 - Household financesCity data · 9% of score
Median household income and poverty rate in Wylie. Similar-size median 56.1.
81.9 - GrowthCity data · 7% of score
Population growth and unemployment in Wylie. Similar-size median 42.4.
57.2 - TransportationCity data · 7% of score
Commute time, long commutes, driving alone, transit, walking, cycling and working from home in Wylie. Similar-size median 50.0.
51.5 - WalkabilityCity data · 7% of score
The EPA's walkability index across Wylie's neighborhoods. Similar-size median 53.2.
36.3 - EnvironmentCounty data · 4% of score
Air quality and natural hazard losses in the county. Similar-size median 50.8.
54.6 - Outdoor accessNot scored
No city-level park or public land measure exists, so outdoor access is not scored for cities.
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Bar: Wylie's category score out of 100. Tick: median of the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track. Shares of score are the category weights rescaled over the categories Wylie has data for. City scores use city formulas and are not on the same scale as state scores. Grades follow rank among the 1,312 cities. Methodology
Frequently asked questions about living in Wylie
Is Wylie, TX a good place to live?
Wylie ranks #277 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #135 of 524 smaller cities and #15 of 74 in Texas. Against similar-size cities it stands out for low violent crime (81 per 100,000, #34 of 442) and low poverty (5.6%, #60 of 524), and trails on long commutes (31.4 min, #453 of 524) and high rents ($2,189/mo, #443 of 524).
What is the cost of living in Wylie?
Wylie's cost of living index is 103.1, 3% above the US level of 100 and #842 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $2,189/mo against $1,633/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $412,915, 38% above the typical Texas home ($299,367).
What is the crime rate in Wylie?
Wylie recorded 81 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 78% below the US rate of 373 and 80% below Texas's 401. That ranks #88 of 1,083 cities with data (1 = safest) and #34 of 442 smaller cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Wylie Police Department. Property crime runs 604 per 100,000 (US 2,083).
What is the median household income in Wylie?
The median household in Wylie earns $119,522, 56% above the US figure of $76,827 and 64% above Texas ($73,035). Unemployment is 3.7% (US 4.2%). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The population grew 1.5% in the latest year (US +0.8%).
How much is rent in Wylie?
Median rent in Wylie is $2,189/mo (Census), #1166 of 1,309 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Zillow's typical asking rent for a unit on the market now is $1,914/mo, against $1,948/mo nationally. Median rent takes 22% of the median household's income.
How much does a house cost in Wylie?
Zillow's typical home value in Wylie is $412,915, down 5.7% in a year, against $299,367 for Texas and $368,697 nationally. The Census median value of owner-occupied homes is $387,000.
How are the public schools in Wylie?
There is no city graduation rate for Wylie; its public schools have 15.8 students per teacher and spend $11,136 per pupil.
How long is the commute in Wylie?
The average commute is 31.4 minutes, #1181 of 1,312 cities (1 = shortest), against 23.7 minutes across Texas. 9.9% of workers spend an hour or more getting to work.
What is the weather like in Wylie?
Wylie averages 64.2°F over the year, 81.7°F in summer and 46.1°F in winter, with 39.8 inches of precipitation. Figures are NOAA climate normals.
Is Wylie walkable?
Wylie scores 7.9 out of 20 on the EPA's National Walkability Index (below average walkable), #1084 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). The index weighs street intersection density, distance to transit and the mix of homes and jobs in each neighborhood.
What natural disasters is Wylie at risk for?
Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Collin County's biggest natural hazard losses in hail, tornado, and inland flooding, with expected yearly losses of 0.15% of building value, higher than 51% of US counties.
How is the air quality in Wylie?
Collin County's air had a median air quality index of 40, and 76% of measured days were rated good; 23 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from ozone.
Who lives in Wylie?
Wylie has 60,334 residents. The median resident of Wylie is 35.3 years old, against 37.7 in similar-size cities. 43.3% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #380 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 77.4% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
How does Wylie compare with the rest of Texas?
Wylie ranks #15 of the 74 Texas cities we track, with a score of 62.6 against Texas's statewide 45.8. Its households earn 64% above the Texas median. Violent crime is 80% below the statewide rate. Homes are 38% above the typical Texas home.
What cities are similar in size to Wylie?
The tracked cities in other states closest to Wylie's population of 60,334 are Meriden, CT (#599 overall), Stonecrest, GA (#1155 overall), Taunton, MA (#611 overall), North Miami, FL (#1156 overall), and Great Falls, MT (#997 overall). Wylie is #277.