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Lake Tanglewood, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Lake Tanglewood is a small town in Texas with a population of 684. Residents earn $125,179 per year, which is 67% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
684 Population 611/sq mi density
$125,179 Median Income $76,511 per capita
$642,400 Home Value $654,709 Zillow
57°F Avg Temperature 318 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$125,179 median income, 0.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$642,400 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
49.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $125,179
67% higher than US avg
Home Value $642,400
128% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 49.4%
47% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.3%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

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

People

Population684
Median Age60.6 yrs
Density611/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans11.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$125,179
Per Capita$76,511
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$11,378M
Commute22 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$642,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$654,709
Housing Units449
Rent Burden29.7%

Health

Obesity34.3%
Uninsured10.8%
Smoking13.8%
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation3,403 ft (1,037 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+49.4%
High School+97.2%
Graduate+13.9%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute22 min
Broadband93.6%
Libraries4

Is Lake Tanglewood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake Tanglewood receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Lake Tanglewood stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lake Tanglewood is $125,179, which is significantly higher than the national average — 67% above $75,149. This places Lake Tanglewood among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lake Tanglewood is $642,400, making it a premium housing market at 128% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 5.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 49.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Lake Tanglewood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Lake Tanglewood has a population of 684 with a density of 611 people per square mile. The median age is 60.6 years, 56% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.3%), with 3.9% Hispanic.

Population

684
Total Population
611
People / sq mi
60.6yrs
Median Age
56% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake Tanglewood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lake Tanglewood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake Tanglewood is $125,179, which is 67% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Lake Tanglewood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$125,179
67% above US avg
Per Capita Income$76,511
Avg Weekly Wage$1,150
IRS Avg AGI$67,139

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,057
County GDP$11,378M

Business (County)

Restaurants378
Healthcare501
Retail507
Manufacturing105

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,022
158% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.2 min
Drive Alone85.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Lake Tanglewood is $642,400, 128% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $654,709.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$642,400
128% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$654,709

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.6%
Housing Units449
Median Year Built1986

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,022
158% above US avg
Effective Rate1.40%
In Lake Tanglewood, 34.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.8% of residents lack health insurance. 13.8% are current smokers. 27.0% report depression. 22.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lake Tanglewood vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.3%
7% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.8%
1% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity22.5%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.3%
Uninsured10.8%
26% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,143
Dentists1:1,629
Mental Health1:327
Checkup Rate73.0%
Dental Visits59.2%
Premature Death13,394/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access86.1%
Healthcare Facilities501
Lake Tanglewood has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area enjoys 318 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.9°F
5% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,403 ft (1,037 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density611/sq mi
Coordinates35.0560°N, 101.7819°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48375
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 49.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.4-point margin. 93.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.7%
D 27.3%

Winner: Republican by 44.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+49.4%
47% above US avg
High School+97.2%
Graduate Degree+13.9%
School Test Score5.10
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density611/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.6%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities501
Restaurants378
Retail Stores507

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.2 min
Drive Alone85.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

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