University Park, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

University Park is a small city in Texas with a population of 25,104. Residents earn $250,001 per year, which is 233% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
25,104 Population 6,803/sq mi density
$250,001 Median Income $111,757 per capita
$1,766,700 Home Value $2,402,604 Zillow
$2,940 Median Rent
68°F Avg Temperature
17 Violent Crime/100K 1,247 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$250,001 median income, 2.3% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$1,766,700 home value, $2,940/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
17 violent crimes/100K (96% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
90.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $250,001
233% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,766,700
527% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 17/100K
96% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 90.4%
168% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,940
153% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.4%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

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

People

Population25,104
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density6,803/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

A+
Median Income$250,001
Per Capita$111,757
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$389,402M
Commute19 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$1,766,700
Rent$2,940
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$2,402,604

Crime

F
Violent17/100K
Property1,247/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault12/100K
Burglary178/100K

Health

Obesity26.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease3.8%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain38.3 in/yr
Elevation550 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+90.4%
High School+99.2%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 60%
Commute19 min
Libraries60

Is University Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, University Park receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. University Park offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in University Park is $250,001, which is significantly higher than the national average — 233% above $75,149. This places University Park among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in University Park is $1,766,700, making it a premium housing market at 527% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,940 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.1x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Safety & Crime

University Park is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 17 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,247 per 100,000, 36% below the national average.

Education

University Park is a highly educated community — 90.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 99.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

University Park enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

University Park has a population of 25,104 with a density of 6,803 people per square mile. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.5%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 1.1% Black.

Population

25,104
Total Population
6,803
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
3.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

University Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.5%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.5%
29% below US avg

Social Characteristics

University Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in University Park is $250,001, which is 233% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: University Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$250,001
233% above US avg
Per Capita Income$111,757
Avg Weekly Wage$1,717
IRS Avg AGI$106,567

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% below US avg
Establishments (County)84,182
County GDP$389,402M

Business (County)

Restaurants6,468
Healthcare8,134
Retail7,794
Manufacturing2,190

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$14,198
306% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.6 min
Work from Home21.4%

Walkability

The median home value in University Park is $1,766,700, 527% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,940 (153% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $2,402,604.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,766,700
527% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$2,402,604
Median List Price$2,474,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$2,474,500
$/Sq Ft$641
Homes Sold10
Sale-to-List Ratio98.1%
Price Drops18.0%
Inventory39

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,940
153% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$4,163

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$14,198
306% above US avg
Effective Rate0.80%
In University Park, 26.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% report depression. 15.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: University Park vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.4%
18% below US avg
Diabetes6.5%
Heart Disease3.8%
High Blood Pressure25.4%
Asthma9.1%
COPD3.2%
Stroke1.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity15.1%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress14.1%
Physical Distress8.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.5%
Checkup Rate76.0%
Premature Death8,431/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access96.2%
Healthcare Facilities8,134
University Park has a violent crime rate of 17 per 100,000 residents, 96% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,247 per 100,000 (36% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent16.5/100K
96% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape4.1/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault12.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,247.0/100K
36% below US avg
Burglary177.6/100K
Theft1,044.6/100K
Vehicle Theft24.8/100K
Arson4.1/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)322
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
University Park has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 87°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 87°F Jul (31°C)
Annual Average68.0°F
26% above US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average87°F (31°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.3 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall1.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation550 ft (168 m)
Area3.7 sq mi (9.6 km²)
Population Density6,803/sq mi
Coordinates32.8486°N, 96.7953°W
County FIPS48113
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 90.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (168% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 22.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38%
D 60.2%

Winner: Democrat by 22.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+90.4%
168% above US avg
High School+99.2%
School Test Score5.10
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density6,803/sq mi
Total Area3.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries60
Healthcare Facilities8,134
Restaurants6,468
Retail Stores7,794

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)322
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.6 min
Work from Home21.4%

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