Town in Dallas County, part of the Dallas-Fort Worth metro
Living in Cockrell Hill, TX
573rd of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 23 of 100
144th of 181 in the Dallas-Fort Worth area
We give Cockrell Hill a D. It ranks 573rd of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on errands and things to do and schools, and trails on education levels and internet access.
- Jobs and income scores low (19 of 100)
- Education levels scores low (4 of 100)
- Population
- 3,638-4.4% since 2020
- Median rent
- $1,11221% lower than Texas
- Median home value
- $189,80033% lower than Texas
- Household income
- $52,292Median
- Average commute
- 29 minOne way
- Violent crime
- 193Per 100k, 2025
What it's like to live in Cockrell Hill
Cockrell Hill sits about 8 miles from downtown Dallas, in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metro. 3,638 people lived here in 2025, down 4.4% from 2020. It is densely built, with an older housing stock (the median home dates to 1954).
Local spots people know include Stevie Ray Vaughan Park, Tiffany Park and Cockrell Hill Public Library.
The median age is 34.6, 32% of households have children, 58% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $52,292 a year (33% lower than the Texas median).
Pros of living in Cockrell Hill
- Low violent crime. 193 violent crimes per 100,000 people in 2025, 50% lower than the Texas rate.
- Lower rent. Median rent is $1,112, 21% lower than the Texas median.
- Plenty close to home. 2 grocery stores, 11 restaurants and 2 parks are mapped in town.
Cons of living in Cockrell Hill
- Higher unemployment. 11% of the labor force is out of work, against 5.3% statewide.
- Many adults uninsured. 37% of adults 18 to 64 have no health insurance, against 20% statewide.
- Natural hazard risk. FEMA rates the risk of heat waves and hail as very high here.
- Spotty home internet. Only 79% of homes have a broadband plan.
Who Cockrell Hill suits
- FamiliesA reasonable fit: violent crime is 50% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 42% for families.
- Young professionalsA reasonable fit: household income is 33% lower than the Texas median, with 11 restaurants and 1 cafe in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 47% for young professionals.
- RetireesNot the best fit: 37% of working-age adults are uninsured and violent crime is 50% lower than the Texas rate. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 25% for retirees.
- Remote workersNot the best fit: 79% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $1,112 is 21% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 14% for remote workers.
- People on a budgetNot the best fit: the median rent of $1,112 is 21% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 8% for people on a budget.
Cockrell Hill report card
Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Cockrell Hill 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 $1,112, homes cost 3.6x income.
22 of 100 vs US townsJobs and income: grade D
Median household income $52,292, 11% unemployed.
19 of 100 vs US townsSchools: grade B-
1 rated campuses, 100% rated A or B.
64 of 100 vs TX townsSafety: grade C-
193 violent crimes per 100k, 1,268 property crimes per 100k.
34 of 100 vs TX townsErrands and things to do: grade A
2 grocery stores, 11 restaurants, 2 parks mapped in town.
95 of 100 vs TX townsGetting around: grade D+
Average commute 29 min, 1.0% work from home.
31 of 100 vs US townsEducation levels: grade F
10% have a bachelor’s degree.
4 of 100 vs US townsHealth: grade D-
37% of adults uninsured.
14 of 100 vs US townsHome ownership: grade D+
58% of homes owner-occupied.
25 of 100 vs US townsInternet access: grade D-
79% of homes have broadband.
11 of 100 vs US towns
Where Cockrell Hill stands out compared with Texas
Better than Texas
- Median rent: $1,11221% lower than Texas ($1,403)
- People below the poverty line: 11%3 points lower than Texas (14%)
Worse than Texas
- Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 10%24 points lower than Texas (34%)
- Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance: 37%17 points higher than Texas (20%)
- Median household income: $52,29233% lower than Texas ($78,476)
Cost of living in Cockrell Hill
Cockrell Hill renters pay a median of $1,112 a month, 21% lower than the statewide median. The usual rule is to spend no more than 30% of income on rent, which means earning around $44,000 a year for a median unit. Right now 64% of renters here pay more than 30% of their income on rent.
HUD sets fair market rents for this area at $1,536 for a one-bedroom, $1,807 for a two-bedroom and $2,275 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 $189,800, 33% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $1,039 before tax, or $1,176 with property tax. That is close to the median rent, so buying can make sense if you plan to stay.
Texas has no state income tax, but it leans on property taxes instead, though they are lighter here than in much of the state. The median homeowner in Cockrell Hill pays $1,649 a year, 61% lower than 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 rent21% lower than Texas | $1,112 | $1,403 | $1,413 |
| Median home value33% lower than Texas | $189,800 | $283,800 | $332,700 |
| Home value to incomeAbout the same as Texas | 3.6x | 3.6x | 4.1x |
| Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent13 points higher than Texas | 64% | 52% | 51% |
| Median property tax per year61% lower than Texas | $1,649 | $4,232 | $3,119 |
| Homes owned by the people living in them4 points lower than Texas | 58% | 63% | 65% |
| Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas | 1954 | 1992 | 1980 |
Monthly cost to buy a median home
- Mortgage payment
- $1,039
- Property tax
- $137
- Median rent, for comparison
- $1,112
Based on a $189,800 home in Cockrell Hill, 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.
Is Cockrell Hill safe?
In 2025, Cockrell Hill Police Department reported 7 violent crimes and 46 property crimes. That works out to 193 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 50% lower than the Texas rate of 387, and 1,268 property crimes per 100,000, 39% lower than the state rate.
Violent crime is down about 35% since 2021, based on the yearly rates below.
Crime rates describe the whole area a police department covers. Some streets are much quieter than the average and some are busier, so look at the neighborhood grades and visit at different times of day.
Violent crimes per 100,000 people by year. The dashed line is the Texas rate for 2025.
Property crimes per 100,000 people by year.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer, Cockrell Hill Police Department, 2025. Rates count reported crimes only and cover the area this police department serves.
Schools in Cockrell Hill
Cockrell Hill has 1 public school campuses with a 2025 state rating inside the city, and 100% of them earn an A or B. Most students here are served by Golden Rule Charter School.
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
- BGolden RuleElementary, Golden Rule Charter School83 of 100
Daily life in Cockrell Hill
Everyday places mapped inside Cockrell Hill, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include Stevie Ray Vaughan Park, Tiffany Park, Cockrell Hill Public Library.
The average one-way commute is 29 minutes, 9% longer than the Texas average. 1% 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 8 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in Cockrell Hill work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.
The median household income is $52,292, income per person is $26,535, unemployment is 11% and 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.
Jobs, income and education
| Measure | Here | Texas | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income33% lower than Texas | $52,292 | $78,476 | $80,734 |
| Income per person35% lower than Texas | $26,535 | $40,752 | $44,673 |
| Unemployment rate6 points higher than Texas | 11% | 5.3% | 5.2% |
| People below the poverty line3 points lower than Texas | 11% | 14% | 12% |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher24 points lower than Texas | 10% | 34% | 36% |
| Adults with a high school diploma or higher21 points lower than Texas | 65% | 86% | 90% |
| Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance17 points higher than Texas | 37% | 20% | 11% |
| Homes with broadband internet12 points lower than Texas | 79% | 91% | 91% |
Getting to work
| Measure | Here | Texas | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average commute9% higher than Texas | 29 min | 27 min | 26 min |
| Workers who work from home13 points lower than Texas | 1.0% | 14% | 15% |
Who lives in Cockrell Hill
Median age 34.6 years. 32% of households have children.
Race and ethnicity
Shown for information only. It is never part of any grade.
Weather in Cockrell Hill
Cockrell Hill has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 96°F and January lows about 38°F. There are about 104 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 38 inches of rain a year.
Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Dallas Redbird Ap, 4 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.
Natural hazard risk
FEMA's National Risk Index says river flooding risk is very low, hurricane risk is low, tornado risk is 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 floodingVery low
- HurricanesLow
- TornadoesHigh
- HailVery high
- Heat wavesVery high
- WildfiresLow
- Winter stormsModerate
- Strong windLow
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 Cockrell Hill
Nearby, Duncanville gets a D-, Dallas gets a C- and Highland Park gets an A+. Each is graded against Texas places of its own size, so a small town and a big city can both earn an A.
- D-DuncanvilleSmall city, 39,683 people6 mi
- C-DallasCity, 1,307,930 people8 mi
- A+Highland ParkTown, 8,773 people8 mi
- DDeSotoCity, 56,211 people9 mi
- A+University ParkSmall city, 25,155 people10 mi
- DGrand PrairieCity, 201,883 people10 mi
Cockrell Hill 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
- 141D+Venus6,745 people30 mito downtown
- 142D+Seagoville19,352 people16 mito downtown
- 143DDeSoto56,211 people15 mito downtown
- 144DCockrell Hill3,703 people8 mito downtown
- 145DItaly2,372 people43 mito downtown
- 146DArlington397,742 people22 mito downtown
- 147DPecan Acres4,161 people43 mito downtown
Living in Cockrell Hill: common questions
Is Cockrell Hill, TX a good place to live?
We give Cockrell Hill a D. It ranks 573rd of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on errands and things to do and schools, and trails on education levels and internet access.
How much does it cost to live in Cockrell Hill?
Renters in Cockrell Hill pay a median of $1,112 a month, 21% lower than the Texas median. The median home is worth $189,800, 33% lower than the Texas median. A median home costs 3.6x 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 $1,176, including property tax.
Is Cockrell Hill safe?
In 2025, Cockrell Hill Police Department reported 193 violent crimes per 100,000 people, 50% lower than the Texas rate. Property crime was 1,268 per 100,000, 39% lower than the Texas rate.
Are the schools good in Cockrell Hill?
We found 1 rated public school campuses inside Cockrell Hill. 100% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 64 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.
Does Cockrell Hill flood?
FEMA rates river flooding risk in Cockrell Hill as very low, and coastal flooding as not rated. Hazards rated high or very high here: tornadoes, heat waves and hail. Always check the flood map for a specific address before you buy.
What is the weather like in Cockrell Hill?
Summers in Cockrell Hill peak at about 96°F in July, and January nights fall to about 38°F. Expect around 104 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 38 inches of rain.
How long is the commute in Cockrell Hill?
The average one-way commute is 29 min, 9% higher than the Texas average. About 1.0% of workers work from home. It is about 8 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.