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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 90.5% |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 9.5% |
| 29% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $250,001 |
| 233% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $111,757 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,717 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $106,567 |
| Unemployment | 2.3% |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 2.0% |
| 84% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 84,182 |
| County GDP | $389,402M |
| Restaurants | 6,468 |
| Healthcare | 8,134 |
| Retail | 7,794 |
| Manufacturing | 2,190 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $14,198 |
| 306% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.80% |
| Commute Time | 18.6 min |
| Work from Home | 21.4% |
| Census Median | $1,766,700 |
| 527% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $2,402,604 |
| Median List Price | $2,474,500 |
| Median List Price | $2,474,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $641 |
| Homes Sold | 10 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.1% |
| Price Drops | 18.0% |
| Inventory | 39 |
| Census Median Rent | $2,940 |
| 153% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $4,163 |
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
| Owner-Occupied | 85.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $14,198 |
| 306% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.80% |
| Obesity | 26.4% |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 6.5% |
| Heart Disease | 3.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 25.4% |
| Asthma | 9.1% |
| COPD | 3.2% |
| Stroke | 1.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 15.1% |
| Depression | 21.2% |
| Mental Distress | 14.1% |
| Physical Distress | 8.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 97.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.0% |
| Premature Death | 8,431/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 96.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 8,134 |
| Total Violent | 16.5/100K |
| 96% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 4.1/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 12.4/100K |
| Total Property | 1,247.0/100K |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 177.6/100K |
| Theft | 1,044.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 24.8/100K |
| Arson | 4.1/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 322 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 68.0°F |
| 26% above US avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 87°F (31°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 38.3 inches |
| 1% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 1.7 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 550 ft (168 m) |
| Area | 3.7 sq mi (9.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 6,803/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.8486°N, 96.7953°W |
| County FIPS | 48113 |
Winner: Democrat by 22.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 90.4% |
| 168% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 99.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.10 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 6,803/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.7 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 60 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 8,134 |
| Restaurants | 6,468 |
| Retail Stores | 7,794 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 322 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 18.6 min |
| Work from Home | 21.4% |