Town in Tarrant County, part of the Dallas-Fort Worth metro
Living in Briar, TX
627th of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 16 of 100
159th of 181 in the Dallas-Fort Worth area
Briar gets an overall grade of D- and ranks 627th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on jobs and income and education levels, and trails on getting around and errands and things to do.
- Errands and things to do scores low (6 of 100)
- Getting around scores low (5 of 100)
- Population
- 7,228
- Median rent
- $1,23412% lower than Texas
- Median home value
- $405,90043% higher than Texas
- Household income
- $104,238Median
- Average commute
- 39 minOne way
- Violent crime
- No dataNo full-year report
What it's like to live in Briar
Briar sits about 49 miles from downtown Dallas, in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metro. About 7,228 people live here. It is small-town and rural in feel.
The median age is 38.3, 31% of households have children, 83% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $104,238 a year (33% higher than the Texas median).
Pros of living in Briar
- Lower rent. Median rent is $1,234, 12% lower than the Texas median.
- High incomes. The median household earns $104,238, 33% higher than the Texas median.
Cons of living in Briar
- Long commutes. The average trip to work takes 39 minutes, against 27 across Texas.
- Errands mean a drive. Compared with similar Texas places, fewer homes here are within a mile of a grocery store, pharmacy, park or clinic.
- Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of tornadoes, heat waves and hail as very high here.
Who Briar suits
- FamiliesNot the best fit. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 5% for families.
- Young professionalsNot the best fit: household income is 33% higher than the Texas median, with 5 restaurants and 0 cafes in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 19% for young professionals.
- RetireesNot the best fit: 13% of working-age adults are uninsured. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 5% for retirees.
- Remote workersNot the best fit: 90% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $1,234 is 12% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 12% for remote workers.
- People on a budgetNot the best fit: the median rent of $1,234 is 12% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 22% for people on a budget.
Briar report card
Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Briar with other US towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. Schools, safety and errands compare it with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.
Cost of living: grade D+
Median rent $1,234, homes cost 3.9x income.
24 of 100 vs US townsJobs and income: grade B+
Median household income $104,238, 3.7% unemployed.
76 of 100 vs US townsSchools: grade D
1 rated campuses, 0% rated A or B.
24 of 100 vs TX townsSafety: no grade
No full year of crime data from local police.
No score vs TX townsErrands and things to do: grade F
1 grocery store, 5 restaurants, 0 parks mapped in town.
6 of 100 vs TX townsGetting around: grade F
Average commute 39 min, 14% work from home.
5 of 100 vs US townsEducation levels: grade B-
23% have a bachelor’s degree.
61 of 100 vs US townsHealth: grade D+
13% of adults uninsured.
27 of 100 vs US townsHome ownership: grade C+
83% of homes owner-occupied.
51 of 100 vs US townsInternet access: grade C
90% of homes have broadband.
48 of 100 vs US towns
Where Briar stands out compared with Texas
Better than Texas
- Homes owned by the people living in them: 83%20 points higher than Texas (63%)
- Median household income: $104,23833% higher than Texas ($78,476)
- People below the poverty line: 6.9%7 points lower than Texas (14%)
Worse than Texas
- Average commute: 39 min46% higher than Texas (27 min)
- Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 23%10 points lower than Texas (34%)
- Vacant homes: 15%5 points higher than Texas (9.4%)
Cost of living in Briar
Rent is the cost most newcomers feel first. The median rent in Briar is $1,234 a month, 12% lower than the Texas median of $1,403. To keep that rent at 30% of income, a household needs to earn about $49,000 a year. Right now 52% of renters here pay more than 30% of their income on rent.
HUD sets fair market rents for this area at $892 for a one-bedroom, $1,164 for a two-bedroom and $1,612 for a three-bedroom (fiscal year 2027). These figures include utilities and describe a modest unit, so newer apartments often ask for more.
The median home is worth $405,900, 43% higher than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $2,222 before tax, or $2,581 with property tax. That is $1,347 a month more than the median rent, so renting is the cheaper monthly choice unless you plan to stay for years.
Texas has no state income tax, but property taxes are among the highest in the country. The median homeowner in Briar pays $4,309 a year, about the same as the Texas median of $4,232. Budget for it, along with homeowners insurance, which our numbers do not include.
Typical rent by apartment size
| Measure | Here | Texas | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent12% lower than Texas | $1,234 | $1,403 | $1,413 |
| Median home value43% higher than Texas | $405,900 | $283,800 | $332,700 |
| Home value to income8% higher than Texas | 3.9x | 3.6x | 4.1x |
| Renters paying 30%+ of income on rentAbout the same as Texas | 52% | 52% | 51% |
| Median property tax per yearAbout the same as Texas | $4,309 | $4,232 | $3,119 |
| Homes owned by the people living in them20 points higher than Texas | 83% | 63% | 65% |
| Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas | 1996 | 1992 | 1980 |
Monthly cost to buy a median home
- Mortgage payment
- $2,222
- Property tax
- $359
- Median rent, for comparison
- $1,234
Based on a $405,900 home in Briar, 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28% (Freddie Mac average, week of 2026-10-01). Property tax is the median paid locally, or the county median where the local figure is not published. Insurance and fees are not included.
Schools in Briar
Briar has 1 public school campuses with a 2025 state rating inside the city, and 0% of them earn an A or B. Most students here are served by Azle ISD.
Texas districts usually assign students by attendance zone rather than the closest campus, so check the zone for a specific address with the district before you sign a lease or buy.
Ratings are the 2025 Texas Education Agency A to F accountability ratings. Always check which school serves a specific address with the district.
Top-rated schools
- CLiberty ElementaryElementary, Azle ISD75 of 100
Daily life in Briar
Everyday places mapped inside Briar, from Overture Maps.
The average one-way commute is 39 minutes, 46% longer than the Texas average. 14% of workers work from home. Fewer than 3% walk, bike or take transit to work, so plan on driving for almost everything.
Downtown Dallas is about 49 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in Briar work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.
The median household income is $104,238, income per person is $44,754, unemployment is 3.7% and 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.
Jobs, income and education
| Measure | Here | Texas | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income33% higher than Texas | $104,238 | $78,476 | $80,734 |
| Income per person10% higher than Texas | $44,754 | $40,752 | $44,673 |
| Unemployment rate2 points lower than Texas | 3.7% | 5.3% | 5.2% |
| People below the poverty line7 points lower than Texas | 6.9% | 14% | 12% |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher10 points lower than Texas | 23% | 34% | 36% |
| Adults with a high school diploma or higher9 points higher than Texas | 95% | 86% | 90% |
| Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance6 points lower than Texas | 13% | 20% | 11% |
| Homes with broadband internet2 points lower than Texas | 90% | 91% | 91% |
Getting to work
| Measure | Here | Texas | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average commute46% higher than Texas | 39 min | 27 min | 26 min |
| Workers who work from homeAbout the same as Texas | 14% | 14% | 15% |
Who lives in Briar
Median age 38.3 years. 31% of households have children.
Race and ethnicity
Shown for information only. It is never part of any grade.
Weather in Briar
Briar has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 97°F and January lows about 34°F. There are about 109 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 37 inches of rain a year.
Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Ft Worth Nature Ctr, 11 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.
Natural hazard risk
FEMA's National Risk Index says river flooding risk is moderate, hurricane risk is low, tornado risk is very high and hail risk is very high. Even in lower-risk areas, check the FEMA flood map for the exact address before you buy.
- River floodingModerate
- HurricanesLow
- TornadoesVery high
- HailVery high
- Heat wavesVery high
- WildfiresVery high
- Winter stormsModerate
- Strong windVery low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index, December 2025, Census tract level averaged for the city. Check the FEMA flood map for any address before you buy.
Places near Briar
Nearby, Reno gets a C, Azle gets a D and Pelican Bay gets an F. Each is graded against Texas places of its own size, so a small town and a big city can both earn an A.
- CRenoTown, 3,272 people2 mi
- DAzleSmall city, 14,126 people5 mi
- FPelican BayTown, 2,399 people6 mi
- CNewarkTown, 1,177 people6 mi
- DPecan AcresTown, 4,161 people6 mi
- C-SpringtownTown, 3,855 people6 mi
Briar in the Dallas-Fort Worth area
How it ranks among 181 places in the metro.
- 1A+Flower Mound78,389 people26 mito downtown
- 2A+Trophy Club13,733 people29 mito downtown
- 3A+University Park25,155 people4 mito downtown
- 156DWest Tawakoni2,382 people45 mito downtown
- 157DAlvarado6,307 people37 mito downtown
- 158DForest Hill14,062 people30 mito downtown
- 159D-Briar7,228 people49 mito downtown
- 160D-Celeste1,019 people48 mito downtown
- 161D-Duncanville39,683 people13 mito downtown
- 162D-Commerce9,383 people59 mito downtown
Living in Briar: common questions
Is Briar, TX a good place to live?
Briar gets an overall grade of D- and ranks 627th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on jobs and income and education levels, and trails on getting around and errands and things to do.
How much does it cost to live in Briar?
Median rent in Briar is $1,234 a month, 12% lower than the Texas median. The median home is worth $405,900, 43% higher than the Texas median. A median home costs 3.9x the median household income, compared with 3.6x across Texas. With 20% down at a 7.28% rate, the monthly payment on a median home is about $2,581, including property tax.
Are the schools good in Briar?
We found 1 rated public school campuses inside Briar. 0% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 24 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.
Does Briar flood?
FEMA rates river flooding risk in Briar as moderate, and coastal flooding as not rated. Hazards rated high or very high here: tornadoes, heat waves, hail and wildfires. Always check the flood map for a specific address before you buy.
What is the weather like in Briar?
Summers in Briar peak at about 97°F in July, and January nights fall to about 34°F. Expect around 109 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 37 inches of rain.
How long is the commute in Briar?
The average one-way commute is 39 min, 46% higher than the Texas average. About 14% of workers work from home. It is about 49 miles from downtown Dallas.
Sources: US Census Bureau 2020-2024 ACS 5-year and 2025 population estimates, CDC PLACES 2025, Texas Education Agency 2025 ratings, FBI Crime Data Explorer, FEMA National Risk Index, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, Overture Maps. Updated 2026-10-04. How we grade.