Neighborhood in Cedar Park, Williamson County

Living in Anderson Mill West, Cedar Park

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2nd of 6areas in Cedar Park
Overall score 91 of 100 vs Texas neighborhoods
Cedar Park overall: A

Anderson Mill West is a neighborhood in Cedar Park, TX, home to about 6,500 people. It gets an A, in the top 12% of Texas neighborhoods, and ranks 2nd of 6 areas we score in Cedar Park. It does best on schools and worst on cost of living.

  • Top-rated schools
  • Pricey
  • Lots of parks
  • Hail risk is very high
  • 61% of renters spend 30% or more of income on rent

Closest everyday places

Grocery store0.9 mi
Pharmacy0.9 mi
Park0.2 mi
Cafe0.7 mi
Restaurant0.6 mi
Gym0.4 mi
Hospital or urgent care1.8 mi
Childcare0.4 mi
Library2.7 mi

Straight-line distance from the middle of where people live. Overture Maps.

Population
6,460
Median rent
$2,010
Median home value
$643,000
Household income
$151,600
Average commute
22 min
Homes owned
67%
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What it's like to live in Anderson Mill West

Anderson Mill West is a neighborhood in Cedar Park with about 6,500 residents, mostly newer homes (median year built 2001), mostly owner-occupied (67%) and 44% of households with children.

Our grade for Anderson Mill West is A. That puts it 2nd of 6 areas we grade in Cedar Park, a city that gets an A overall.

Pros of living in Anderson Mill West

  • Well-rated schools nearby. 3 of the 3 closest public schools are rated A or B.
  • Parks within walking distance. The closest park is about 0.2 miles away.

Cons of living in Anderson Mill West

  • Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of hail as very high in this part of town.

Anderson Mill West report card

Each grade compares Anderson Mill West with every neighborhood in Texas. Safety is not graded for single neighborhoods because police report crime for the whole city.

  • Cost of living: grade D

    Median rent $2,010, homes cost 4.2x income.

    21 of 100 vs TX areas

  • Jobs and income: grade A-

    Median household income $151,600, 1.5% unemployed.

    88 of 100 vs TX areas

  • Schools: grade A

    Nearby schools average 90 of 100 on the state rating.

    91 of 100 vs TX areas

  • Safety: no grade

    Citywide, 91 violent crimes per 100k, 1,223 property crimes per 100k.

    No score vs TX areas

  • Errands and things to do: grade C

    Most everyday stores and services within a mile of homes.

    48 of 100 vs TX areas

  • Getting around: grade B

    Average commute 22 min, 29% work from home.

    72 of 100 vs TX areas

  • Education levels: grade A

    61% have a bachelor’s degree.

    89 of 100 vs TX areas

  • Health: grade B

    9.5% of adults uninsured.

    69 of 100 vs TX areas

  • Home ownership: grade B+

    67% of homes owner-occupied.

    73 of 100 vs TX areas

  • Internet access: grade B-

    95% of homes have broadband.

    58 of 100 vs TX areas

Anderson Mill West compared with Cedar Park

Better than Cedar Park

  • Median household income: $151,60017% higher than Cedar Park ($129,545)
  • Average commute: 22 min15% lower than Cedar Park (25 min)
  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 61%6 points higher than Cedar Park (56%)

Worse than Cedar Park

  • Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent: 61%9 points higher than Cedar Park (52%)
  • Median rent: $2,0109% higher than Cedar Park ($1,846)
  • Home value to income: 4.2x7% higher than Cedar Park (4.0x)

Closest public schools

Texas Education Agency 2025 ratings. Check the attendance zone for any address with the district.

  • ACypress ElementaryElementary, Leander ISD0.5 mi
  • ACedar Park MiddleMiddle, Leander ISD0.8 mi
  • ACedar Park High SchoolHigh, Leander ISD1 mi

Cost of living in Anderson Mill West

Median rent in Anderson Mill West is $2,010 a month, 9% higher than the Cedar Park median. A household would need about $80,000 a year to keep that rent at 30% of income.

The median home is worth $643,000, 25% higher than the Cedar Park median, which means a monthly payment of about $4,230 with property tax at today's mortgage rates.

MeasureHereCedar ParkTexas
Median rent9% higher than Cedar Park$2,010$1,846$1,403
Median home value25% higher than Cedar Park$643,000$513,600$283,800
Home value to income7% higher than Cedar Park4.2x4.0x3.6x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent9 points higher than Cedar Park61%52%52%
Homes owned by the people living in themAbout the same as Cedar Park67%67%63%
Vacant homes2 points lower than Cedar Park0%1.7%9.4%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Cedar Park200120051992

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$4,230
Mortgage payment
$3,520
Property tax
$710
Median rent, for comparison
$2,010

Based on a $643,000 home in Anderson Mill West, 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28% (Freddie Mac average, week of 2026-10-01). Property tax is the median for the surrounding Census tract, or the county where that is not published. Insurance and fees are not included.

Work, income and getting around

MeasureHereCedar ParkTexas
Median household income17% higher than Cedar Park$151,600$129,545$78,476
Unemployment rate3 points lower than Cedar Park1.5%4.5%5.3%
People below the poverty line1 points lower than Cedar Park4.7%5.9%14%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher6 points higher than Cedar Park61%56%34%
Average commute15% lower than Cedar Park22 min25 min27 min
Workers who work from homeAbout the same as Cedar Park29%30%14%
Workers who walk, bike or take transitAbout the same as Cedar Park1.5%1.9%2.6%
Homes with broadband internetAbout the same as Cedar Park95%95%91%

Natural hazard risk

FEMA National Risk Index for the Census tracts in this area.

  • River floodingLow
  • HurricanesModerate
  • TornadoesHigh
  • HailVery high
  • Heat wavesModerate
  • WildfiresModerate
  • Winter stormsHigh
  • Strong windLow

Who lives in Anderson Mill West

Under 1830%
18 to 3415%
35 to 6441%
65 and over13%
Race and ethnicity
White59%
Hispanic or Latino25%
Black3.1%
Asian9.7%
Other or more than one race2.9%

Shown for information only. It is never part of any grade.

Other neighborhoods in Cedar Park

  1. 1A+Southwest Cedar ParkMedian rent $2,390
  2. 3A-Avery RanchMedian rent $1,740
  3. 4A-Central Cedar ParkMedian rent $1,790
  4. 5B+North Cedar ParkMedian rent $2,150
  5. 6B+Northwest Cedar ParkMedian rent $2,240

Similar neighborhoods in other cities

Areas elsewhere in Texas with the closest mix of grades.

  1. A+Sylvan ForestThe Woodlands
  2. A+Rainbow Lake EstatesHeath
  3. A+Balcones ParkAustin

Questions about Anderson Mill West

Is Anderson Mill West a good place to live?

Anderson Mill West is a neighborhood in Cedar Park, TX, home to about 6,500 people. It gets an A, in the top 12% of Texas neighborhoods, and ranks 2nd of 6 areas we score in Cedar Park. It does best on schools and worst on cost of living.

How much does it cost to live in Anderson Mill West?

Renters in Anderson Mill West pay a median of $2,010 a month, 9% higher than the Cedar Park median. The median home is worth $643,000, 25% higher than the Cedar Park median. A median home costs 4.2x the median household income, compared with 4.0x across Cedar Park.

What schools serve Anderson Mill West?

The closest rated public schools are Cypress Elementary (elementary, rated A), Cedar Park Middle (middle, rated A) and Cedar Park High School (high, rated A). School zones can differ from the closest school, so check with the district.

This area is built from 4 Census block groups closest to the Anderson Mill West name on the map, so its edges are approximate. Sources: US Census Bureau 2020-2024 ACS 5-year, CDC PLACES 2025, Texas Education Agency, FEMA National Risk Index, Overture Maps. How we grade.