Texas · Metropolitan Area
Grand Prairie is a large city in Texas with a population of 198,564. Residents earn $78,889 per year, which is 5% above the national average.
Based on current data, Grand Prairie receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, abundant sunshine. Grand Prairie offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Grand Prairie is $78,889, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Grand Prairie is $272,200, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,470 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Violent crime in Grand Prairie is below the national average at 260 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,502 per 100,000, 28% above the national average.
29.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Grand Prairie enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 51°F in January while summers reach 88°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
| English Only | 55.4% |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 44.6% |
| 233% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $78,889 |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $34,348 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,398 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $91,104 |
| Unemployment | 3.6% |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 9.6% |
| 23% below 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 | 3.81% |
| Commute Time | 28.4 min |
| Work from Home | 11.2% |
| Census Median | $272,200 |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $313,413 |
| Median List Price | $369,900 |
| Median List Price | $369,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $176 |
| Homes Sold | 78 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.9% |
| Price Drops | 26.0% |
| Inventory | 316 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,470 |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,602 |
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
| Owner-Occupied | 57.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,373 |
| 196% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.81% |
| Obesity | 35.6% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.0% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 5.6% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.0% |
| Depression | 19.6% |
| Mental Distress | 17.3% |
| Physical Distress | 13.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 81.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.3% |
| Premature Death | 7,833/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 94.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 5,993 |
| Total Violent | 260.2/100K |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Murder | 2.2/100K |
| 66% below US avg | |
| Rape | 39.9/100K |
| Robbery | 88.0/100K |
| Assault | 130.1/100K |
| Total Property | 2,501.7/100K |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 492.8/100K |
| Theft | 1,686.2/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 322.8/100K |
| Arson | 5.9/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 202 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 68.6°F |
| 27% above US avg | |
| January Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 88°F (31°C) |
| Sunny Days | 308 days/yr |
| Annual Rainfall | 50.4 inches |
| 33% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 1.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 525 ft (160 m) |
| Area | 72.4 sq mi (187.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,742/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.6861°N, 97.0208°W |
| County FIPS | 48439 |
Winner: Republican by 5.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 29.1% |
| 14% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 81.7% |
| School Test Score | 5.10 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 2,742/sq mi |
| Total Area | 72.4 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 32 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 40 |
| Public Libraries | 47 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 5,993 |
| Restaurants | 4,656 |
| Retail Stores | 6,287 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 202 |
| Avg Commute | 28.4 min |
| Work from Home | 11.2% |