Georgetown, TX

Georgetown TX scores 80/100 on safety (above average). Crime is about 48% below the national average. Most neighborhoods are fine for evening walks; still check the block you actually rent.

Detail: overall crime index 52 (100 = avg); violent crime index 44; property crime index 60. Indexes near 100 track a typical U.S. load. Higher means more crime pressure on that category.

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

Typical rent in Georgetown is about $1,795/month (on the high side). At $1,795/month for a typical unit, you need about $64,620+ in household income to rent comfortably without stretching (3× rent × 12). Typical home value: $429,100.

Median household income is $95,062, property taxes run about 1.45%, and homes typically sell in around 28 days. Local median income ($95,062) clears the $64,620 comfort line for that rent.

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

Average temperature is about 76°F (highs near 84°F, lows near 69°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 Georgetown: (1) Households that want quieter streets (safety sits at 80/100) (2) Tech and finance workers (the job market is real and no state income tax compounds that advantage at higher salaries) (3) People relocating for a job who can pick a safer ZIP (citywide safety is 80/100) (4) Households earning $64,620+ who can clear the 3× rent rule at $1,795/month

Who should look elsewhere: (1) Anyone stretching past 40% of take-home on housing at $1,795/month (2) Households expecting top marks on rent and safety at once (Georgetown does not clear every bar) (3) People who will not research ZIP-level crime maps before leasing

Income sniff test: clear about $64,620 household income for $1,795/month rent. Under that, pick a cheaper ZIP or a different city.

Georgetown holds up well on the core metrics we publish. Safety at 80/100 makes it a reasonable choice for households who can manage $1,795/month rent. Verify school ratings for your target ZIP separately.