Wyldwood, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

Wyldwood is a small city in Texas with a population of 5,436. Residents earn $85,216 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
5,436 Population 480/sq mi density
$85,216 Median Income $23,735 per capita
$151,500 Home Value
$1,363 Median Rent
68°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$85,216 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$151,500 home value, $1,363/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,216
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $151,500
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.1%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,363
17% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.4%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,436
Median Age34.4 yrs
Density480/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 37%

Economy

A+
Median Income$85,216
Per Capita$23,735
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty6.4%
County GDP$4,320M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$151,500
Rent$1,363
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp68°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain37.7 in/yr
Elevation513 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.1%
High School+66.5%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute39 min
Libraries3

Is Wyldwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wyldwood 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, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Wyldwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wyldwood is $85,216, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wyldwood is $151,500, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,363 per month. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 66.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Wyldwood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 68°F. Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Wyldwood has a population of 5,436 with a density of 480 people per square mile. The median age is 34.4 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (37%), with 2.9% Hispanic.

Population

5,436
Total Population
480
People / sq mi
34.4yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
11.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Wyldwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only48.6%
38% below US avg
Spanish51.4%
284% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Wyldwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wyldwood is $85,216, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Wyldwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,216
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$23,735
Avg Weekly Wage$1,041
IRS Avg AGI$73,386

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.4%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,830
County GDP$4,320M

Business (County)

Restaurants171
Healthcare169
Retail224
Manufacturing84

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,248
136% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.1 min
Work from Home10.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Wyldwood is $151,500, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,363 (17% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$151,500
46% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,363
17% above 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-Occupied69.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,248
136% above US avg
Effective Rate5.44%
In Wyldwood, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure31.7%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.7%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity28.8%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate66.6%
Checkup Rate71.3%
Premature Death8,981/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access48.2%
Healthcare Facilities169

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Wyldwood has an average annual temperature of 68°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

50°F Jan (10°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average67.8°F
26% above US avg
January Average50°F (10°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.7 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation513 ft (156 m)
Area11.3 sq mi (29.3 km²)
Population Density480/sq mi
Coordinates30.1287°N, 97.4774°W
County FIPS48021
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.6%
D 40.2%

Winner: Republican by 18.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.1%
55% below US avg
High School+66.5%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density480/sq mi
Total Area11.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities169
Restaurants171
Retail Stores224

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.1 min
Work from Home10.3%

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