Temple, TX

Temple TX scores 59/100 on safety (below average). Crime is about 2% above the national average. Expect more property crime (car break-ins, package theft) than a quiet suburb.

Detail: overall crime index 102 (100 = avg); violent crime index 92; property crime index 112. Indexes near 100 track a typical U.S. load. Higher means more crime pressure on that category.

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

Typical rent in Temple is about $1,231/month (moderate). At $1,231/month for a typical unit, you need about $44,316+ in household income to rent comfortably without stretching (3× rent × 12). Typical home value: $239,000.

Median household income is $68,204, property taxes run about 1.45%, and homes typically sell in around 28 days. Local median income ($68,204) clears the $44,316 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 68°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 Temple: (1) Renters who want $1,231/month housing without coastal prices (comfort income is about $44,316) (2) Households earning $44,316+ who can clear the 3× rent rule at $1,231/month (3) Movers with a locked job offer in Temple who already priced rent and commute (4) Buyers comparing mid-size metros who will tour multiple ZIPs before signing

Who should look elsewhere: (1) People with young kids who want to let them roam freely (crime pressure is real here; safety 59/100) (2) Households expecting top marks on rent and safety at once (Temple does not clear every bar) (3) People who will not research ZIP-level crime maps before leasing

Income sniff test: clear about $44,316 household income for $1,231/month rent. Under that, pick a cheaper ZIP or a different city.

Temple scores 59/100 on safety with $1,231/month typical rent. Run the numbers against your income before committing.