Texas · Metropolitan Area
Forest Hill is a small city in Texas with a population of 13,923. Residents earn $59,653 per year, which is 21% below the national average.
Based on current data, Forest Hill receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Forest Hill has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Forest Hill is $59,653, 21% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
The median home value in Forest Hill is $171,300, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,506 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Forest Hill is below the national average at 250 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,216 per 100,000, 64% above the national average.
12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Forest Hill enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 57.2% |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 42.8% |
| 219% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $59,653 |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $23,364 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,398 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $91,104 |
| Unemployment | 3.4% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 15.2% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 50,573 |
| County GDP | $178,003M |
| Restaurants | 4,656 |
| Healthcare | 5,993 |
| Retail | 6,287 |
| Manufacturing | 1,588 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,373 |
| 196% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.06% |
| Commute Time | 28.7 min |
| Work from Home | 8.3% |
| Census Median | $171,300 |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $221,376 |
| Median List Price | $210,000 |
| Median List Price | $210,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $164 |
| Homes Sold | 5 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.0% |
| Price Drops | 15.0% |
| Inventory | 20 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,506 |
| 29% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,756 |
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
| Owner-Occupied | 69.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,373 |
| 196% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 6.06% |
| Obesity | 40.8% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 16.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.6% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 4.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 39.4% |
| Depression | 21.4% |
| Mental Distress | 19.8% |
| Physical Distress | 16.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 81.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 72.5% |
| Premature Death | 7,833/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 94.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 5,993 |
| Total Violent | 250.4/100K |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 23.5/100K |
| Robbery | 140.8/100K |
| Assault | 86.1/100K |
| Total Property | 3,215.7/100K |
| 64% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 790.2/100K |
| Theft | 2,175.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 250.4/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 202 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 66.8°F |
| 24% above US avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 85°F (30°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 36.2 inches |
| 5% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 653 ft (199 m) |
| Area | 4.2 sq mi (10.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,339/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.6619°N, 97.2662°W |
| County FIPS | 48439 |
Winner: Republican by 5.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 12.4% |
| 63% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 71.7% |
| School Test Score | 5.10 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 3,339/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.2 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 47 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 5,993 |
| Restaurants | 4,656 |
| Retail Stores | 6,287 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 202 |
| Avg Commute | 28.7 min |
| Work from Home | 8.3% |