Willow Park, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Willow Park is a small city in Texas with a population of 5,447. Residents earn $113,736 per year, which is 51% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
5,447 Population 847/sq mi density
$113,736 Median Income $44,863 per capita
$339,100 Home Value $413,739 Zillow
$2,514 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
22 Violent Crime/100K 1,001 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$113,736 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$339,100 home value, $2,514/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
22 violent crimes/100K (94% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $113,736
51% higher than US avg
Home Value $339,100
20% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 22/100K
94% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 50.8%
51% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,514
116% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.2%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.4%
16% higher than US avg

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

People

Population5,447
Median Age43.9 yrs
Density847/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A+
Median Income$113,736
Per Capita$44,863
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty14.4%
County GDP$7,566M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$339,100
Rent$2,514
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$413,739

Crime

F
Violent22/100K
Property1,001/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault22/100K
Burglary283/100K

Health

Obesity33.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Elevation918 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+50.8%
High School+97.7%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute27 min
Libraries4

Is Willow Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Willow Park receives an overall livability score of 3.9 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. Willow Park offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Willow Park is $113,736, which is significantly higher than the national average — 51% above $75,149. This places Willow Park among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 14.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Willow Park is $339,100, 20% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $2,514 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Willow Park is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 22 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,001 per 100,000, 49% below the national average.

Education

Willow Park is a highly educated community — 50.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Willow Park enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Willow Park has a population of 5,447 with a density of 847 people per square mile. The median age is 43.9 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.4%), with 2.1% Hispanic.

Population

5,447
Total Population
847
People / sq mi
43.9yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
6.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.3%
Female 55.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Willow Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.0%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.0%
48% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Willow Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Willow Park is $113,736, which is 51% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Willow Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$113,736
51% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,863
Avg Weekly Wage$1,093
IRS Avg AGI$109,679

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.4%
16% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,747
County GDP$7,566M

Business (County)

Restaurants272
Healthcare324
Retail407
Manufacturing162

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,568
145% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.9 min
Work from Home10.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Willow Park is $339,100, 20% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,514 (116% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $413,739.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$339,100
20% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$413,739
Median List Price$450,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$450,000
$/Sq Ft$209
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio97.0%
Price Drops12.5%
Inventory24

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,514
116% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,198

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,568
145% above US avg
Effective Rate2.53%
In Willow Park, 33.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.6% report depression. 18.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.2%
3% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure29.0%
Asthma9.9%
COPD4.7%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity18.8%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress10.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.8%
Checkup Rate73.8%
Premature Death7,329/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access54.9%
Healthcare Facilities324
Willow Park has a violent crime rate of 22 per 100,000 residents, 94% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,001 per 100,000 (49% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent21.8/100K
94% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault21.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,001.1/100K
49% below US avg
Burglary282.9/100K
Theft696.4/100K
Vehicle Theft21.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Willow Park has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average64.2°F
19% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.2 inches
7% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation918 ft (280 m)
Area6.4 sq mi (16.7 km²)
Population Density847/sq mi
Coordinates32.7539°N, 97.6502°W
County FIPS48367
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 50.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 66.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.8%
D 16.4%

Winner: Republican by 66.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+50.8%
51% above US avg
High School+97.7%
School Test Score5.10
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density847/sq mi
Total Area6.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities324
Restaurants272
Retail Stores407

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.9 min
Work from Home10.6%

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