Northlake, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Northlake is a small city in Texas with a population of 7,138. Residents earn $119,803 per year, which is 59% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
7,138 Population 363/sq mi density
$119,803 Median Income $48,019 per capita
$482,700 Home Value $496,765 Zillow
$1,671 Median Rent 26.1% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature
371 Violent Crime/100K 2,382 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$119,803 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$482,700 home value, $1,671/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
371 violent crimes/100K (2% below avg)
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
49.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $119,803
59% higher than US avg
Home Value $482,700
71% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 371/100K
2% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 49.0%
45% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,671
44% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.0%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.4%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population7,138
Median Age28.4 yrs
Density363/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 63%
Veterans9.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$119,803
Per Capita$48,019
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty7.4%
County GDP$64,329M
Commute29 min

Housing

A
Home Value$482,700
Rent$1,671
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$496,765
Rent Burden26.1%

Crime

F
Violent371/100K
Property2,382/100K
Murder52.9/100K
Assault265/100K
Burglary529/100K

Health

Obesity32.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Elevation647 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+49.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute29 min
Broadband99.7%
EV Stations2
Libraries17

Is Northlake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Northlake receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Northlake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Northlake is $119,803, which is significantly higher than the national average — 59% above $75,149. This places Northlake among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.4% 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 Northlake is $482,700, making it a premium housing market at 71% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,671 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Northlake is below the national average at 371 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,382 per 100,000, 22% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 49.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Northlake 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.

Northlake has a population of 7,138 with a density of 363 people per square mile. The median age is 28.4 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (63.2%), with 12.4% Black.

Population

7,138
Total Population
363
People / sq mi
28.4yrs
Median Age
27% below US avg
19.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Northlake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.3%
2% above US avg
Spanish19.7%
47% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Northlake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Northlake is $119,803, which is 59% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Northlake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$119,803
59% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,019
Avg Weekly Wage$1,262
IRS Avg AGI$116,976

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.4%
40% 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 Rate2.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.0 min
Drive Alone75.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Northlake is $482,700, 71% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,671 (44% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $496,765.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$482,700
71% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$496,765
Median List Price$599,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$599,900
$/Sq Ft$196
Homes Sold27
Sale-to-List Ratio96.0%
Price Drops27.6%
Inventory123

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,671
44% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,644
Rent Burden26.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied55.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,186
191% above US avg
Effective Rate2.11%
In Northlake, 32.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 17.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.0%
0% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease4.1%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma9.4%
COPD3.8%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity17.4%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress15.3%
Physical Distress9.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Checkup Rate74.2%
Premature Death5,062/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access94.1%
Healthcare Facilities2,419
Northlake has a violent crime rate of 371 per 100,000 residents, 2% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,382 per 100,000 (22% above US avg). The murder rate is 52.9 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent370.6/100K
2% below US avg
Murder52.9/100K
740% above US avg
Rape52.9/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault264.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,382.2/100K
22% above US avg
Burglary529.4/100K
Theft1,747.0/100K
Vehicle Theft105.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Northlake 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

Elevation647 ft (197 m)
Area19.7 sq mi (50.9 km²)
Population Density363/sq mi
Coordinates33.0738°N, 97.2562°W
County FIPS48121
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 49.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.2-point margin. 99.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.8%
D 42.7%

Winner: Republican by 13.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+49.0%
45% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.10
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density363/sq mi
Total Area19.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.7%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations3
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 Commute29.0 min
Drive Alone75.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.0%

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