Garland, TX

Garland TX scores 64/100 on safety (below average). Crime is about 12% below the national average. Expect more property crime (car break-ins, package theft) than a quiet suburb.

Detail: overall crime index 88 (100 = avg); violent crime index 62; property crime index 113. Indexes near 100 track a typical U.S. load. Higher means more crime pressure on that category.

School quality varies by neighborhood in Garland. Check GreatSchools.org or your local district for current ratings before you choose a ZIP.

Typical rent in Garland is about $1,641/month (on the high side). At $1,641/month for a typical unit, you need about $59,076+ in household income to rent comfortably without stretching (3× rent × 12). Typical home value: $270,800.

Median household income is $76,320, property taxes run about 1.45%, and homes typically sell in around 28 days. Local median income ($76,320) clears the $59,076 comfort line for that rent.

Walk Score 68 (Somewhat Walkable); transit score 42 (Some Transit).

Average temperature is about 76°F (highs near 83°F, lows near 70°F).

Most of the year is outdoor-friendly; peak summer still needs AC for comfort. Cooling costs matter more than heating for most of the year. If you visit, go in late summer so you feel the heat, not just a mild weekend.

Who tends to thrive in Garland: (1) Households earning $59,076+ who can clear the 3× rent rule at $1,641/month (2) Movers with a locked job offer in Garland who already priced rent and commute (3) Buyers comparing mid-size metros who will tour multiple ZIPs before signing (4) People who will visit on a weekday and a weekend before committing (not just a long weekend)

Who should look elsewhere: (1) People with young kids who want to let them roam freely (crime pressure is real here; safety 64/100) (2) Anyone stretching past 40% of take-home on housing at $1,641/month (3) Households expecting top marks on rent and safety at once (Garland does not clear every bar)

Income sniff test: clear about $59,076 household income for $1,641/month rent. Under that, pick a cheaper ZIP or a different city.

Garland holds up well on the core metrics we publish. Safety at 64/100 makes it a reasonable choice for households who can manage $1,641/month rent. Verify school ratings for your target ZIP separately.