Dallas, Dallas TX — neighborhood review

Dallas, TX

Dallas · Dallas County · TX 75201

Updated August 3, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Think twice

Verdict

$688K

Median Price

85/100

Walk Score

7.5/10

Schools

5 min

to Downtown Dallas

Score Breakdown

DAffordability
45/100
FSafety
18/100
BSchools
75/100
FQuietness
20/100
ACommute
100/100
B+Walkability
85/100
WYLT Score57/100

Our Take

Downtown Dallas offers great transit and nightlife, but it’s pricey, noisy, and not very family‑friendly. With limited green space and a high crime environment, it may feel cramped for a couple with an older child and an infant on the way.

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The Good

  • Excellent public transit and walk score
  • High median household income and strong job market
  • Close proximity to downtown amenities, museums, and parks
  • Good selection of high‑rated secondary schools

Real Talk

  • !Noise and traffic are constant, especially near major intersections
  • !Crime rates are higher than many residential neighborhoods
  • !Very high housing and rental costs; average rent >$1,900/mo
  • !Limited space – most units are studios or one‑bedrooms
  • $Property taxes and homeowner association fees can add thousands annually
  • $Parking expenses (street, lots, or garages) are significant
  • $Higher utility and insurance costs due to dense urban environment

Best For

Young professionalsRemote workersSinglesNightlife enthusiasts

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeHigh
Property crimeHigh
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Dallas, TX

F

Safety grade

Safety score18 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
High
9.2incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

149% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
High
38.4incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

97% higher than the national average

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