Grand Prairie, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
198,564 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
29.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$78,889 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$272,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$769 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,313 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Dallas County
5
Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington Metro Area
4
Texas
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Dallas County
6
Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington Metro Area
5
Texas
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 0 45
Feb 3 0 49
Mar 3 0 56
Apr 3 0 65
May 4 0 73
Jun 4 0 80
Jul 2 0 84
Aug 2 0 85
Sep 3 0 77
Oct 4 0 66
Nov 3 0 56
Dec 3 0 46

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 49% of residents leaning left and 47% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (50%) (48%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 40%
Hillary Clinton 57%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 30, TX State Senate District 23, TX State House District 104, TX
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Schools

Sallye R Moore El
<1 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Andrew Jackson Middle
<1 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Mid Cities Barber College
2 miles, NE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Medical City Arlington
6 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Usmd Hospital at Arlington Lp
6 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Airports

Dallas Love Field
15 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Waco Regional Airport
75 miles, SW • 1 star
Tyler Pounds Regional Airport
97 miles, SE • 1 star
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