Lantana, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Lantana is a small city in Texas with a population of 12,583. Residents earn $200,147 per year, which is 166% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
12,583 Population 5,400/sq mi density
$200,147 Median Income $65,765 per capita
$542,200 Home Value $607,532 Zillow
$3,410 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$200,147 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$542,200 home value, $3,410/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
72.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $200,147
166% higher than US avg
Home Value $542,200
92% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 72.8%
116% higher than US avg
Median Rent $3,410
193% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.2%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.3%
98% lower than US avg

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

People

Population12,583
Median Age40.2 yrs
Density5,400/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 78%

Economy

A+
Median Income$200,147
Per Capita$65,765
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty0.3%
County GDP$64,329M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$542,200
Rent$3,410
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$607,532

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease3.6%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Elevation612 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+72.8%
High School+98.2%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute29 min
Libraries17

Is Lantana a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lantana is $200,147, which is significantly higher than the national average — 166% above $75,149. This places Lantana among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 0.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lantana is $542,200, making it a premium housing market at 92% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,410 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Lantana is a highly educated community — 72.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Lantana enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Lantana has a population of 12,583 with a density of 5,400 people per square mile. The median age is 40.2 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.6%), with 4.9% Black.

Population

12,583
Total Population
5,400
People / sq mi
40.2yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.6%
Female 56.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Lantana vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.3%
11% above US avg
Spanish12.7%
5% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lantana vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lantana is $200,147, which is 166% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Lantana vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$200,147
166% above US avg
Per Capita Income$65,765
Avg Weekly Wage$1,262
IRS Avg AGI$116,976

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.3%
98% 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 Rate1.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.9 min
Work from Home26.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Lantana is $542,200, 92% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,410 (193% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $607,532.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$542,200
92% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$607,532
Median List Price$720,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$720,000
$/Sq Ft$187
Homes Sold17
Sale-to-List Ratio97.2%
Price Drops26.5%
Inventory34

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,410
193% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,186
191% above US avg
Effective Rate1.88%
In Lantana, 29.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.0% report depression. 14.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.2%
9% below US avg
Diabetes7.1%
Heart Disease3.6%
High Blood Pressure25.5%
Asthma9.0%
COPD3.0%
Stroke1.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity14.4%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress13.9%
Physical Distress8.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Checkup Rate74.6%
Premature Death5,062/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access94.1%
Healthcare Facilities2,419

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Lantana has an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average65.4°F
21% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.4 inches
1% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation612 ft (187 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²)
Population Density5,400/sq mi
Coordinates33.0934°N, 97.1190°W
County FIPS48121
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 72.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (116% 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+72.8%
116% above US avg
High School+98.2%
School Test Score5.10
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density5,400/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

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

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.9 min
Work from Home26.2%

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