Van Alstyne, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Van Alstyne is a small city in Texas with a population of 5,378. Residents earn $93,373 per year, which is 24% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
5,378 Population 969/sq mi density
$93,373 Median Income $39,502 per capita
$297,400 Home Value $432,142 Zillow
$1,141 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
129 Violent Crime/100K 644 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$93,373 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$297,400 home value, $1,141/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
129 violent crimes/100K (66% below avg)
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $93,373
24% higher than US avg
Home Value $297,400
5% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 129/100K
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.6%
6% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,141
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.6%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,378
Median Age35.8 yrs
Density969/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 76%

Economy

A+
Median Income$93,373
Per Capita$39,502
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$8,370M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$297,400
Rent$1,141
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$432,142

Crime

F
Violent129/100K
Property644/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault64/100K
Burglary97/100K

Health

Obesity31.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Elevation780 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.6%
High School+94.9%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute29 min
Libraries9

Is Van Alstyne a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Van Alstyne receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a low poverty rate. Van Alstyne offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Van Alstyne is $93,373, 24% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 0.0% 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 Van Alstyne is $297,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,141 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Van Alstyne is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 129 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 644 per 100,000, 67% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Van Alstyne enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Van Alstyne has a population of 5,378 with a density of 969 people per square mile. The median age is 35.8 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.1%), with 2.4% Hispanic, 5.1% Black.

Population

5,378
Total Population
969
People / sq mi
35.8yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
5.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.1%
Female 56.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Van Alstyne vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.6%
5% above US avg
Spanish17.4%
30% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Van Alstyne vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Van Alstyne is $93,373, which is 24% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Van Alstyne vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$93,373
24% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,502
Avg Weekly Wage$1,121
IRS Avg AGI$77,812

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,223
County GDP$8,370M

Business (County)

Restaurants260
Healthcare387
Retail463
Manufacturing118

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,307
109% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.6 min
Work from Home23.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Van Alstyne is $297,400, 5% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,141 (2% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $432,142.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$297,400
5% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$432,142
Median List Price$344,995

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$344,995
$/Sq Ft$153
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio94.0%
Price Drops28.8%
Inventory73

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,141
2% below 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-Occupied75.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,307
109% above US avg
Effective Rate2.46%
In Van Alstyne, 31.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 22.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Van Alstyne vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.6%
2% below US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity22.0%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.9%
Checkup Rate73.4%
Premature Death9,794/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access77.6%
Healthcare Facilities387
Van Alstyne has a violent crime rate of 129 per 100,000 residents, 66% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 644 per 100,000 (67% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent128.7/100K
66% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape32.2/100K
Robbery32.2/100K
Assault64.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property643.7/100K
67% below US avg
Burglary96.6/100K
Theft482.8/100K
Vehicle Theft64.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Van Alstyne has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average64.9°F
20% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation780 ft (238 m)
Area5.6 sq mi (14.4 km²)
Population Density969/sq mi
Coordinates33.4217°N, 96.5832°W
County FIPS48181
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 35.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.7%
D 22.5%

Winner: Republican by 54.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.6%
6% above US avg
High School+94.9%
School Test Score5.10
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density969/sq mi
Total Area5.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities387
Restaurants260
Retail Stores463

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.6 min
Work from Home23.7%

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