Argyle, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Argyle is a small town in Texas with a population of 4,970. Residents earn $172,604 per year, which is 130% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
4,970 Population 430/sq mi density
$172,604 Median Income $66,011 per capita
$624,200 Home Value $591,900 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
27 Violent Crime/100K 521 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$172,604 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$624,200 home value
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
27 violent crimes/100K (93% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
63.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $172,604
130% higher than US avg
Home Value $624,200
121% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 27/100K
93% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 63.6%
89% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.2%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Argyle Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population4,970
Median Age46.8 yrs
Density430/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 83%

Economy

A+
Median Income$172,604
Per Capita$66,011
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$64,329M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$624,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$591,900

Crime

F
Violent27/100K
Property521/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary247/100K

Health

Obesity31.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Elevation685 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+63.6%
High School+95.6%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute33 min
Libraries17

Is Argyle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Argyle receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Argyle offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Argyle is $172,604, which is significantly higher than the national average — 130% above $75,149. This places Argyle among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Argyle is $624,200, making it a premium housing market at 121% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Argyle is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 27 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 521 per 100,000, 73% below the national average.

Education

Argyle is a highly educated community — 63.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Argyle enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Argyle has a population of 4,970 with a density of 430 people per square mile. The median age is 46.8 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.3%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 1.5% Black.

Population

4,970
Total Population
430
People / sq mi
46.8yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
11.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Argyle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.3%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.7%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Argyle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Argyle is $172,604, which is 130% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Argyle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$172,604
130% above US avg
Per Capita Income$66,011
Avg Weekly Wage$1,262
IRS Avg AGI$116,976

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)20,760
County GDP$64,329M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,020
Healthcare2,419
Retail1,991
Manufacturing458

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,186
191% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.4 min
Work from Home22.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Argyle is $624,200, 121% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $591,900.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$624,200
121% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$591,900
Median List Price$639,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$639,900
$/Sq Ft$234
Homes Sold13
Sale-to-List Ratio96.7%
Price Drops14.6%
Inventory48

Rental Costs

Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,947

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,186
191% above US avg
Effective Rate1.63%
In Argyle, 31.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.2% report depression. 16.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Argyle vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.2%
3% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
Heart Disease4.0%
High Blood Pressure26.5%
Asthma9.6%
COPD3.9%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity16.2%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress9.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.2%
Checkup Rate73.6%
Premature Death5,062/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access94.1%
Healthcare Facilities2,419
Argyle has a violent crime rate of 27 per 100,000 residents, 93% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 521 per 100,000 (73% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Argyle vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent27.4/100K
93% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape27.4/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property521.4/100K
73% below US avg
Burglary247.0/100K
Theft247.0/100K
Vehicle Theft27.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Argyle has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average64.5°F
19% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.6 inches
6% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation685 ft (209 m)
Area11.6 sq mi (29.9 km²)
Population Density430/sq mi
Coordinates33.1055°N, 97.1775°W
County FIPS48121
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 63.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.8%
D 42.7%

Winner: Republican by 13.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+63.6%
89% above US avg
High School+95.6%
School Test Score5.10
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density430/sq mi
Total Area11.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities2,419
Restaurants2,020
Retail Stores1,991

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.4 min
Work from Home22.0%

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