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Wylie, TX
Wylie · TX 75098
Updated October 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$510K
Median Price
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Walk Score
6.8/10
Schools
39 min
to Downtown Dallas, TX
Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
ASafety
92/100
C+Schools
68/100
B+Quietness
80/100
B-Commute
70/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score62/100
Our Take
Wylie offers a strong suburban environment, particularly appealing to families thanks to excellent schools and a high quality of life. While you'll be car-dependent with a notable commute to Dallas, it provides a quiet, community-focused lifestyle with good value.
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The Good
- ✓Excellent school options with many highly-rated campuses
- ✓High median household income and well-educated population
- ✓Strong sense of community with high homeownership rates
- ✓Low flood risk (Zone X)
- ✓Spacious homes and yards suitable for families
- ✓Diverse and growing community
Real Talk
- !Wylie is very car-dependent; public transportation is virtually non-existent.
- !The commute to Downtown Dallas is significant (around 40 minutes without traffic, potentially much longer during rush hour).
- !Limited walkability and urban amenities means most errands require a car.
- !While many schools are highly rated, there are some with lower scores, so specific school choice is important.
- $High transportation costs due to reliance on personal vehicles (gas, insurance, maintenance).
- $Texas property taxes can be higher than other states, impacting overall housing cost.
- $Many master-planned communities may have mandatory HOA fees.
Best For
Families seeking good schoolsSuburban lifestyle seekersHomeowners looking for communityPeople valuing space and quietCommuters willing to drive
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeLow
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Wylie, TX
A
Safety grade
Safety score92 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Low9.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
50% safer than the national average
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