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Garland, TX
Garland · Dallas County · TX 75040
Updated June 19, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$222K
Median Price
4/100
Walk Score
6.9/10
Schools
35 min
to Downtown Dallas
Score Breakdown
BAffordability
78/100
D+Safety
55/100
C+Schools
69/100
CQuietness
60/100
B-Commute
70/100
FWalkability
4/100
WYLT Score56/100
Our Take
Garland offers an affordable price point and a decent school system, but its walkability is almost nil and public transit is barely available. If you’re okay driving for everything, it can work, but for a car‑free lifestyle it’s a tough fit.
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The Good
- ✓Affordable median home price of $221,800
- ✓Median rent at $1,494 is reasonable for the area
- ✓Good school ratings averaging 6.9
- ✓Diverse population with a mix of cultures
Real Talk
- !Walk score of 4 means you’ll need a car for most errands
- !Transit score of 10 indicates almost no reliable public transportation
- !Crime data isn’t provided here but surrounding suburbs have moderate crime rates
- !Noise and traffic from proximity to AT&T Stadium can be an issue
- $Higher property taxes typical of Texas suburbs
- $Car insurance and maintenance costs can be significant
- $Utility costs can rise, especially during hot Texas summers
- $School district fees and extracurricular costs may add up
Best For
familiescommutersaffordable_suburbanbudget_buyers
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Garland, TX
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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